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Richard Swaney Obituary
Alex was born Feb. 5, 1997, in Charlotte. He was a student at UNC-Charlotte and worked part-time for Best Buy. He loved working on his Jeep, spending time outdoors, including at the beach and mountains during family vacations, and hanging out with his friends.
Alex will be missed every day by his father, B. Russell Swaney; his mother, Sandra G. Swaney; his brother, C. Ryan Swaney; his grandparents, Richard and Margaret Graves and Charles Swaney; his aunts and uncles, Rick and Anita Boynton, Marty and Christopher Ross and Donna Graves; his cousins, Jeremy Boynton (Maggie), Lee Boynton (Stacey), Holden Ross (Rebekah), Clayton Ross and Corbin Ross; his great-uncle and aunts, Donald and Lorna Graves and Martha Watson; and many other cousins and friends.
We know Alex will be welcomed in heaven with love and affection by his Uncle Scott and his Granny, who loved Alex all the way to heaven and back.
The funeral arrangements are 2 p.m. Friday afternoon, Feb. 14, at Jerry Hartley Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow in the Graves Family Cemetery in Pageland. The visitation will start at 5-8 p.m. on Thursday evening, Feb. 13, at the funeral home, 684 Hubbard Drive, Lancaster.
Jerry Hartley Funeral Home, 684 Hubbard Drive, Lancaster, (803) 285-8000, is taking care of Alex Swaney and his family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Swaney
Patricia Mullis
February 20, 2020
Russell and Sandy, I know you don't remember me, but I was one of Ryan and Alex's teachers at Today's Child many years ago. I am so, so sorry for your loss. Alex was a remarkable child. There was a sparkle in his eye that let you know there was a lot going on in that head. I'll say this, if there was any person who I've ever met who might've actually become a superhero, it was your Alex. You are all in my prayers, and will continue to be.
Macy Bjorson
February 17, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about his passing! I will pray that you will get through this within time and remember all the good things about him!
Kathy Clark
February 15, 2020
Russ and family, I am so sorry to hear of Alex's passing. Our sincere sympathy.
Chris Lovell
February 13, 2020
Praying for the family during this difficult time.
Frances Meinders
February 13, 2020
Russell and Sandy I really dont have the words to say how sorry I am for your loss. Just know that God has his reasons and we may never know what they are. He will give you the strength to go on. Just remember Alex is with his Granny and we know shes a happy granny right now. We love you and Im sorry I cannot be there but my prayers and heart is with you both
LouAnn Roddey
February 13, 2020
Sandy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I pray God will give you the strength, courage and understanding you need to get through this most difficult time. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thinking of you, LouAnn Roddey
Elissa Syers
February 12, 2020
Russell, I am so sorry for the loss of your son. My heart is breaking for you and your family. You are in my prayers.
Jeremy Walier
February 12, 2020
Russell, I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. I know there are no words to help comfort you and your family at this time, but please accept our condolences and know we have the entire Swaney family in our thought and prayers. So sorry buddy.
Brooke Presley
February 12, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Jeremy Reynolds
February 12, 2020
Sandy and the Swaney family:
My heart is broken into thousands of pieces. I cannot begin to fathom the pain and emptiness that you are feeling. I'm thankful for the opportunity to have known Alex and have so many fond memories of him through the stories Sandy has shared at work with me.
Sandy - I know how much Alex means to you. I saw you light up when you spoke about him. I could feel the love you had for him when you told me his stories. I saw the joy he provided you as you smiled recalling his witty jokes. Remember and cherish the smiles, laughs, love, and joy he gave you - and how lucky and proud you must feel to call him your son.
May his light continue to shine on in you. I wish you comfort and peace during this most challenging of times. I am here for you and your family in whatever way possible.
Bharanidharan Sekar
February 12, 2020
Russell and family - No words can express the pain that you are going through and all my heartfelt prayers are with you. May I say that I am standing with you and feel your pain as a parent. Sorry to hear about the loss of your lovely child. This is the most difficult time. So stay strong is all I can say. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family...!!!
Debbie Webb
February 12, 2020
Russell - I am heartbroken for the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rodney Merck
February 12, 2020
Russell and family, Sorry for your loss.
Brandon Abrams
February 12, 2020
Alex, I still cant believe it. My heart aches knowing I'm never going to see your smile or hear your laugh again. I wish I could go back on another long trip in your jeep and just drive around aimlessly or just go and hang out at taco bell for no reason. And all the other dumb things we used to do. Thank you for being there for me when I needed it the most. I am proud to call you my friend and I will forever cherish our time together. You will never be forgotten. May your joy of life live on through us all. My sincerest condolences to the family.
Tracy Nisley
February 12, 2020
Russell and family - I am heartbroken to hear of your loss. Words cannot express how deeply saddened I am for you and your family. May all the wonderful memories of Alex bring your strength to help you through this difficult time. My thoughts are prayers are with you all. God Bless.
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February 12, 2020
My heart is so heavy for the loss of Alex. He was one of the most incredible human beings I was able to know and spend time with. He helped me through an abundance of hardships, and he deserved the world. My prayers go to the Swaney family during this unimaginably difficult time.
Victor Harrelson
February 11, 2020
Sandy and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Olivia De ugarte
February 11, 2020
We knew Alex, because he was a dear friend of our daughter Maria since middle school, he spent time in our house many times, specially in partys. He had a beautiful smile and he was loved by his friends. We are praying for his family and friends, and we are going to remember him always with that beautiful smile.
Ellie Koshivas
February 11, 2020
Alex Swaney, you changed my life in so many ways. I am so grateful for every second I was able to spend with you whether that was randomly going to Walmart for something we didn't need or sitting at taco bell just to talk with our friends. You are the most handsome man I have ever seen and I will think about you every single day and I will travel to the places we always said we would go together. I am so lucky to be your girlfriend, I am so proud of the things you accomplished in this life. I miss you so very much and so does the little pickle, Darby. I love you even more than I did yesterday and I will love you even more tomorrow.
Claire Coffey
February 11, 2020
Russell and family, I am so very soon for the loss of your son. I never had the pleasure of meeting Alex but, if he was anything like his Dad, he was an awesome guy. I hope that all the great memories that you made with him will help you through this sad time. You all will be in my thoughts.
Maria Bayless
February 11, 2020
Russell, my heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. Sending prayers your way.
February 11, 2020
Russell so sorry for you your dad and the rest of the family.Praying for all of you.
Ronnie and Helen Sowell
February 11, 2020
Our hearts are heavy for your loss. We know you will miss him more than any words can express. May comfort be found in the many memories you made together. You will be in our thoughts and prayers in the coming days.
Eddie Watford
February 11, 2020
So sorry to hear of this young man's accident and death. Members of the rescue squad here in Winnsboro responded to the call. My prayers are with the family . Eddie Watford
Susan Chatelain
February 11, 2020
Russell and family,
My heart just aches for you. I had the pleasure of meeting Alex and working with him at an Operation Christmas Child Shoebox event in December and he was a fine young man; he was a pleasure to 'work' with and cut up with. I am so so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
John Collins
February 11, 2020
So sorry for your loss. I know the whole family is hurting.
Robert Leaird
February 11, 2020
Prayers for the family.
John and Sally Cato
February 11, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Diane Jordan
February 11, 2020
Sandi and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in our prayers.
Katina Montgomery
February 11, 2020
Russell, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. -Katina W. Montgomery
Beth Swindler
February 11, 2020
Russell, I can't even begin to express how my heart aches for you. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Richard and Elaine Duncan
February 11, 2020
Love and sympathy to Dickie, Margaret and all the family. You are in our prayers.
Will Brown
February 11, 2020
Alex... I will never forget you. I will forever cherish the time we spent growing up together. We spent almost everyday together during middle and high school. It was always you Jared and I spending the whole day making memories. A kind, young man gone too soon. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love you Alex.
Kathy and Gary Balding
February 11, 2020
Russell, we are heart broken over the loss of your cherished son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kathy & Gary Balding
Anita McKinney
February 11, 2020
Sandy, prayers for you and your family!
Debra Steen
February 10, 2020
Precious Sandi, I am so so sorry about your son. My heart breaks for you and your husband and your other son. I wish I could be there for you. We have moved from Lancaster and have moved to Inman. Please call me anytime. 803-804-5954. Praying so hard for you all. Hugs for you all.
Gwen Salley
February 10, 2020
My sincere condolences. Lifting family, friends & loved ones in prayer.
Shelia Bryenton
February 10, 2020
Rusell, so sorry for you and your family. My deepest regret and sympathy.
Wayne Funderburk
February 10, 2020
You are in my thoughts and payers at this time of such a great loss!!
Alexis Lewis
February 10, 2020
I have so many wonderful memories of Alex... he was one of the most kind, funny and loyal friends that I have been blessed to meet. All though he was on this earth for a short time his loving and caring spirit will live on... Rest Easy My Friend!!
Randy Kirkley
February 10, 2020
So sorry for your loss.
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