Richard E. Swope

Richard E. Swope March 2, 1959 July 20, 2014 Richard E. Swope, 55, of Bellefonte, passed away Sunday, July 20, 2014, at his home. He was born on March 2, 1959, in Bellefonte, the son of the late George and Frances Eisenhauer Swope. He was a purchaser/ buyer for Mikes Video for many years, also worked at Macy's Department Store, and he currently worked at AAA of State College. Richard was a member of the Emmanuel U.C.C. in Jacksonville where he also served as their pianist. He was a graduate of Bellefonte High School class of 1977. He received his degree from Lycoming College. He is survived by two sisters, Shirley (Bob) Bittner, of Bellefonte and Barbara (Tom) Davidson, also of Bellefonte; cousins, Sandra and Ron Gallagher, Shirley and Rick Lingle, Neta and Sam Tumia, Susan (Oren) Vetter, Vivian Vullier and Art Uber. He is also survived by close neighbor, Phyllis Genua; and a dear friend, Rick Brooks; and his two faithful feline companions. He was preceded in death by his step-mother, Virginia Confer Swope. He will be dearly missed by his many nieces and nephews who affectionately called him their "Movie" uncle. There will be a memorial service on Friday, August 1, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. at the Howard United Methodist, Main Street, Howard with Pastor Craig Rose officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pets Comes First, General Potter Hwy., Centre Hall, PA 16828 and Emmanuel U.C.C., Howard.