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Harry Swingle Obituary

Harry C. Swingle

Carroll - Harry Clayton Swingle, age 84, passed away on October 7, 2020. Harry was born in Columbus, on Ohio February 5th, 1936 to the late Clayton and Louella Swingle.

He worked for Wonder Bread and other trucking companies for many years. He loved NASCAR, dirt track, camping and playing guitar.

He was a Son at AMVETS Post 51 in Thornville, Ohio. He was a person who stopped to smell the roses as his children and grandchildren experienced.

He is survived by his wife, Betty Swingle (Whitten); children, Cindy MacMillan (Dave), Rodney Swingle (Dee), Randy Swingle (Debra), and Andy Swingle; brother, Terry Swingle (Nancy); seven grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and many friends. Harry never met a stranger, he loved to talk to people, and will be missed by many.

Harry was preceded in death by his parents.

Caring Cremation has taken place, and a memorial service will be held at the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at 2 PM, officiated by Pastor Ron Murdock.

To leave an online condolence, and sign the guestbook, please visit www.funeralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lancaster Eagle-Gazette from Oct. 9 to Oct. 11, 2020.

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Karen K. Hart

October 16, 2020

Harry Swingle will always be my Brother In Law and his dear wife Betty
my dear Sister In Law
I will always Love them dearly. GOOD people , I am so happy they have
been part of my life for many years. I will miss my calls with Harry.
my heart is heavy. There will always be wonderful past wonderful times to remember. My LOVE and prayers go out to my wonderful Sister In Law and Cindy, Rodney, Randy and Andy. Because of some health issues I can't be there and am struggling with that decision
Harry was great caring and a very loving person.

With Love Karen Hart

The Potter Family

October 12, 2020

He will be so sadly missed by anyone who ever met him. RIP my friend.

Ronnie and Darlene

October 10, 2020

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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Nancy Swingle

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