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Colleen Swank Obituary
Colleen was one of the kindest women ever to walk this earth and our family was blessed to have her. She was a wonderful and loving mother who gave her all to her family. We will never be able to fill the space left behind by her.
Colleen was predeceased by her parents George and Evalyn Bulter. Her brother Earl Butler. And her partner in crime, Aunt Beverly Fairchild.
Colleen is survived by her four children and their spouses, Tracy Stinson (Matt Stinson), Terry Swank (Rachel Swank) , Tim Swank (Ida Swank), Tiffany Rich (Eric Rich). Her eleven grandchildren, Nicole Brewer, Melissa Burley, Courtney Rich, Courtney Swank, Mathew Swank, Mason Holland, Jessica Swank, Christopher Bennett, Megan Swank, Heidi Swank and Elijah Rich. And her three great grand children, Patrick Brewer, Emmett Burley and Alexander Brewer.
Friends and Family are welcome to join us to celebrate her beautiful life.
Location:
Cherokee Memorial
14615 Beckman Road
Lodi, CA 95240
Evergreen Chapel
February 1, 2023 beginning at 9 am.
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Stefania Shaffer
January 30, 2023
The connection between mother and daughter remains, even after this life ends. I knew her as Tracy's mother...and the loveliest tribute paid to Colleen is knowing her eldest daughter as a kind and gracious human being, just like her mother. May the best of memories linger longest. With love, Stefania
Audrey Fairchild-Ehm
January 28, 2023
After Mom died Colleen we have me come to her apartment and stay over night. She would pick me up in her convertible. I thought it was so great. Loved those times. Before she moved to California, she along with Tracy and Terry would come spend many Sunday afternoons with us on the farm. I have many fond memories of our times together. May you rest in peace, Colleen.
Laura L McConnell & Jenn Lewis
January 27, 2023
Jenn and I are so sorry for your loss. She was an amazing woman.
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Jessica Alexander
January 26, 2023
This is a great loss to so many. I grew up with Colleens daughter Tiffany and I have many fond memories of Colleen. Some of us girl getting into trouble and her just giving us that look and laughing to herself. So sorry to hear of her passing. Thoughts and Love
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Olivia P Rodrigues
January 26, 2023
I will never forget just how sweet Colleen was. My prayers are with the Swank family
Angela Mae Contreras
January 26, 2023
Thank you for choosing me to share in Colleens care. I was blessed to spend over a year with her and we had some fun times together. She became family to me and I will miss her dearly. Her kindness, smile and even her stubbornness will be greatly missed. My condolences.
Kelley -niece
January 26, 2023
Colleen had such a strong bond with her mom and Aunt Bev. I remember growing up walking into grandma´s and grandpa´s house and she would always be doing her moms hair. Perming-or putting curlers in. She will be laid to rest next to her mom. She also loved hanging out with her Aunt Bev. Two single ladies having fun. Rest in peace Colleen. Hopefully you are reunited with gma -gpa- dad and Bev And all the family that left us. I love you, Colleen
Monica Hampshire
January 26, 2023
She is remembered very fondly, I remember staying at her home a week before Michael Kenneth Fink was born, the night before we went to Baskin Robins for Ice Cream, at 11:30 that night she took me to the hospital, on September 30, 1981 at 8:04am, I gave birth.... Thank you so much, I will always remember your BIG Heart!!!!!
mark rackley
January 26, 2023
terry your mom was always cool to me sorry for your loss RIP
Bruce and Theresa Green
January 26, 2023
Just remember her on the lot and she always had a smile on her face for anyone she came into contact with.
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