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Iris Swain Obituary
On Friday, November 8, 2019, Iris Virginia Simons Swain, loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and teacher passed away at the age of 88. Iris Swain was born on May 1, 1931 in Dowling Park, Florida to J.O. and Irene (McCleod) Simons. She graduated Florida State University in 1953 with a degree in Education and was a 1st grade teacher for 20 years in Taylor County. She enjoyed arts and crafts, sewing, gardening and traveling. Her love was her family; she especially enjoyed holiday family gatherings. She was loved at Swain's Family Restaurant for her homemade banana pudding every Sunday. Iris always supported and encouraged all the family's various business endeavors over the years.
She was a lifetime member of Southside Baptist Church where she played the piano and organ, was a member of the choir, Sunday School teacher, Vacation Bible School teacher and song director. On June 7, 1952 she married Robert Randolph Swain and they raised two children Thomas Allen Swain and Linda Gail Swain Lawson.
Iris was preceded in death by her father J.O. Simons, her mother Irene (McCleod) Simons and her brother Ira Curtis Simons all of Perry, Florida. She is survived by her husband Robert Randolph Swain of 67 years, her son Thomas Allen Swain and his wife Mary, her daughter Linda Gail Swain Lawson; eight grandchildren: Jennifer Arnold (Mark), Ryan Sherrer (Amy), Rachelle Lynch (Randy), Tyler Sherrer, Natasha Elam (Wayne), Allen Swain (Marisol), Melissa Zasada (Todd), and Lindsey Lawson;20 great grandchildren: Grant Hoover, Hunter Hoover, Ryver Arnold, Presley Sherrer, Ellie Sherrer, Karlee Sherrer, Iris Sherrer, Ava Lynch, Falon Lynch, Zoe Elam, Zane Elam, Christopher Amador, Robert Allen Swain, Addison Russell, Kaylee Zasada, Mason Lawson, Sawyer Lawson and Alexander LaJoie; her brother Glenn Simons, her sister Imogene Swearingen and a host of nieces and nephews. As well as three loving care givers, Pam Stripling, Peggy Meyers and Lindsey Lawson. We would also like to thank Covent Hospice for their loving care.
Funeral services will be held Monday, November 11 at 2:00 pm at Southside Baptist Church with Bro. Gary French and Bro. Harold Reams officiating. Interment services will follow immediately afterward in Woodlawn. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Sunday, November 10 at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home in Perry.
Friends may sign the online guest book at www.joepburnsfuneralhomes.com
Memories and Condolences
for Iris Swain
George Johnson
June 30, 2020
I just recently found out about the passing of Mrs. Swain. She was my 1st grade teacher. I told my wife that she was the only teacher I fell in love with during my school days. She allowed me to stay with her during recess and I thought that was a big deal. God bless her family.
Sheli Partin
December 6, 2019
On behalf of the family of Angi Stewart, our hearts, prayers, and thoughts are with you. I hold fond memories of Mrs. Iris and visiting the restaurant while our mother worked.
Natasha Elam
November 11, 2019
When we lose a grandmother, we lose a library of knowledge, a dear friend and confidante. The best way to honor them, is by living a life that would make them smile
Bonnie Sisk
November 11, 2019
My deepest sympathy to all of Mrs. Swain's family. She was my First Grade Teacher and I loved her, and well remember her sitting me on the steps in "time out". I have to Thank her for all her patience and kindness. God Bless you all!
Connie Parker
November 11, 2019
Robert, Tom, Gail and families. Sorry to hear the passing of Iris. She was a very good person who I know yall will miss. My prayers for peace and comfort. Joe and Connie Parker
Susan Carter
November 10, 2019
Robert and family we are so sorry for your loss. Iris was a wonderful lady she will surely be missed by many.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Sug Swain Crews Children
Hilda David and Susan
Jimmy Harris
November 10, 2019
Robert and family, we are sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that all of you are in our prayers.
Love,
Jimmy and Loutrell Harris
Waycross, GA
Tony Dorman
November 9, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful woman you will be missed.
Angie Blair
November 8, 2019
So sorry praying for yall
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Burns Funeral Home of Perry1400 N Johnson Stripling Rd, Perry, FL 32347
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