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William Swan Obituary
Corpus Christi, TX
Dr. William Everett Swan, Jr. (Bill), 77, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, February 8, 2018, in Corpus Christi, Texas, after a long battle with cancer. Bill was born July 9, 1940 in Kilgore, Texas, to Everett and Irene Swan.
He graduated from Union College in Lincoln, Nebraska, with a degree in Chemistry in 1962 and Loma Linda University School of Medicine in Loma Linda, California, in 1967. Bill proudly served his country as a Battalion Surgeon in Vietnam. He earned his residency in Orthopedic Surgery at Scott & White Medical Center in Temple, Texas in 1974. After earning his specialization, he moved his family to his forever home of Corpus Christi where he worked as an Orthopedic Surgeon for over 40 years. During his decades of service to his community, Bill helped countless people heal and recover from sickness and injuries. He was known for having a wonderful bedside manner and could put the most nervous patient at ease with his humor, vast knowledge and down-to-earth demeanor. Bill always loved to work. He had a quick wit and boundless optimism that made him a joy to be around.
Dr. Swan is survived by his wife Candis, son William E. Swan III, daughters Brooke Frank (Mike), Heather Hazen (Tony) and Caitlin Dixon, granddaughters Caroline and Lindsey Frank, and grandsons AJ, Will and Hunter Hazen.
A Memorial Service in honor of Dr. Swan will be held Friday, February 16, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Corpus Christi.
In lieu of flowers, his family asks that contributions be made to Wounded Warriors, Union College in Lincoln, NE or the First Baptist Church of Corpus Christi.
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Memories and Condolences
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Joe R. Gutierrez
February 19, 2018
My heartfelt sympathy to the Swan family during this difficult time of loss. Dr. Swan was such a good doctor. He treated me when I had a serious back injury when he first started practicing and in fact, told me I was his very first patient. I am now 89 years old.
Sincerely, Joe R. Gutierrez
Ruby Crawford Beals, RN
February 17, 2018
It was an honor and privilege to know and work with Dr. Swan during 25 years of trauma nursing at Memorial ER. He was ever the kind, courteous, knowledgeable, calm, and reassuring doctor.
He will be missed. Rest in peace Dr. Swan. Job well done!
Catherine Zelinski
February 15, 2018
My sympathies to Candis and the Swan family. He was a wonderful , kind person. I had the pleasure of taking care of his many orthopedic patients on my unit. They all loved him.
JAMES DIAZ
February 15, 2018
Dr. Swan, I will forever remember your "LOVING-CARE" you gave to everyone who came across your path. The care and Love you personally gave to my dad (G.B.) and mom (Estella) during their illness, as words can not describe Forever our family's deepest Love and Appreciation for you Ever!!!!
GOD BLESS YOU!!!!
Janice Huffman-McAlister
February 14, 2018
Dr. Billy saved my life in October 1975. I was in a very serious care wreck and he came into the emergency room and said listen to me. He put my broken badly back together perfectly. The world is a sadder place without him. RIP Doc
Dianne Crump
February 14, 2018
Such a big loss to Corpus Christi's medical community. I was blessed to have started my nursing career with Dr. Swan back in the 70's. What an amazingly talented,kind gentle man. Prayers for
Marlene and Rick Wolfe
February 14, 2018
Bill Swan generously opened his beloved ranch to our son, Ricky, and his friends when they were young boys and provided a host of incredible memories. There was nothing better than scouting for coyotes, bob cats and deer on its vast terrain. Bill entertained them with stories of his tour in Vietnam, always in company with veterans keeping everyone well fed. He particularly loved the beautiful bird, Vermilion flycatcher, that filled his trees in the Spring. He shared his love of nature and his grand South Texas acreage with open arms to so many. Our condolences to his wonderful family and especially his granddaughters Caroline and Lindsey whom our son and his friends attended Holy Spirit Episcopal Middle School with. We are thankful to have met Bill Swan and thankful for all the memories that will be treasured for years to come.
With love and prayers,
Rick and Marlene Wolfe
Dave & Kathy Wheeler
February 14, 2018
He did so much for so many he was a willing educator. Don't know how anyone could meet him and not love him. We certainly have for years and years . He will surely be missed by multitudes. I always loved his stories of taking kids clothes shopping at Christmas, he probably had even more fun than they did. He has been and always will be Dr Swan to us. Love this kind, smart , gregarious man. Loving thoughts and prayers for his dear family and Prisssy, always by his side
RONALD (DOC) BROCCARDDO
February 14, 2018
SORRY ABOUT DR. SWANS PASSING . HE WAS MY BEST BOSS IN VIETNAM FROM N.ENGLISH TO LZ THUNDER. THANKS FOR ALL HE DID. WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN.
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