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Richard Swaine Obituary
Swaine, Richard Lloyd
Dr. Richard Lloyd Swaine, age 85, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed peacefully September 18th surrounded by family at Laclede Groves in Webster Groves, Missouri.
Richard was born in Boston, Massachusetts to Ralph and Mary Swaine (Reid) and was the youngest of two. He moved to Missouri in 1957 where he met his beloved wife Mary Ann. He earned his PhD in Social Work from Washington University and spent his career giving back through teaching social work at Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville.
We'll remember him as a great listener, trusted friend, author, artist, lover of the natural world, and an avid fisherman.
He is held in cherished memory by wife Mary Ann (Thieret), sister Nancy Nystrom, sons Steve (Lisa), David (Carrie), grandchildren Trevor (Jacquie), Rose (Chris), Samuel, and Audrey.
Services: Celebration of Life for friends and family at Spink Pavilion at the Missouri Botanical Garden. Monday, September 23, anytime between 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Memorials in lieu of flowers to Missouri Botanical Garden, the Missouri Department of Conservation or Laclede Groves.
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Chris Becker
September 21, 2019
I will always remember Dick with the kindest thoughts. He had a warm and gentle approach to life. Dick was part of a group of six men playfully called the "Marmots" and we shared many outdoor adventures. I hope his family can find some peace in the memories of this wonderful man.
Priscilla Smith
September 20, 2019
Dick was a wonderful colleague and friend to me. Sending loving thoughts to Mary Ann and other family members.
John and Alice Farley
September 20, 2019
RIP Dick, and sympathy to all in his family. Dick was a wonderful friend and colleague through many, many years.
Stacy P
September 19, 2019
My sincere condolences to Richard's family. He was a person who gave much of himself to others and will surely be missed. I pray God gives comfort, strength and peace to his family and friends who grieve his loss.
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