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Jason Swift Obituary
STATE ROAD — Mr. Jason Lee Swift, 44, of State Road, passed away Saturday, Dec. 12, 2015, at Forsyth Medical Center surrounded by loved ones. He was born Jan. 29, 1971, to Jerry and Nancy Swift, who preceded him in death. A graduate of Elkin High School, Jason owned Foothills Shoe Repair for 20 years and was well-respected in the community. He was a faithful member of First United Methodist Church, Elkin, and a past grand master of Elkin Masonic Lodge No. 454. A memorial service will be held at First United Methodist Church, 430 Hawthorne Road, Elkin, on Sunday, Dec. 20, at 2 p.m. with a reception following in the fellowship hall.
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for Jason Swift
len the old brit
December 7, 2023
i have not forgotten jason im 79 and in UK and sincerely am proud to have been his pal even for a short time..all best fella cya
len jukes
December 8, 2019
still think about you jase it shouldn't of happened brother
Cheryl Ventura
January 5, 2016
Sweetheart- I miss you so much.
Eric Brown
December 28, 2015
I just heard the sad news. I only knew Mr. Swift as a customer, and although I probably only took four jobs to him, the quality of his work and his craftsmanship, at prices that forced me to tip him double and still feel like I was cheating him... I can't imagine anyone that would be worth more to a community. He seemed like one in a million. His loved ones should be extremely proud. My condolences.
Lynn Mahon
December 19, 2015
What a nice guy! He was such a talented man & a great cobbler!
Donna & Steve Collins
December 19, 2015
Jason will be missed by many. He was a very kind and giving person. Jason had many talents, and we are proud to call him a very dear friend. We will see you again just inside the Gates of Heaven.
Shirley Maynard
December 18, 2015
Prayers are with the family.. We will all miss the best shoe cobbler ever. We will all miss him greatly. Heaven is a littler sweeter now.
Tim Hicks
December 17, 2015
Prays to the family. You where a great friend to everyone and will be missed greatly.
Darrell Johnson
December 17, 2015
Jason was not only my cousin, but also my friend! Jason I love you and miss you. You truly were a gentle man with a huge heart. Till we meet again. Go Rest High On That Mountain
Bobby & Diane Trott
December 17, 2015
So sorry for your loss.
Diane Johnson
December 17, 2015
Jason, I didn't know you well, but you were well loved by your family, so I loved you too. We are sorry for your passing, but we know you are in the arms of Jesus and you were met by your mom & dad. We will miss you!
your friend in england
len jukes
December 17, 2015
jason i am shocked to hear you died I respected and cherished our friendship.......len the crazy brit
Pam Dobbins Keesee
December 17, 2015
Jason, what a sweet and kind person.
Sam and Debbie Tenery
December 17, 2015
We're so sorry for your loss.
Rosie Callaway
December 17, 2015
Jason was one of the kindest and wonderful spirits I've had the privilege of being around
Barbara Laster
December 17, 2015
Jason was a master craftsman who kept my shoes and pocketbooks repaired, and a sweet and kind cousin that I will truly miss. Heaven has gained another angel!
jimmy Chappell
December 16, 2015
One of the most genuine "Good Hearted" people I ever met and a real craftsman at his trade that worked just as hard on a factory workers shoes as he would have the President's of the company. The monetary value of something was of no interest but his concern was in treating customers like the friends they were to him. Still have a hand saw with a frontier scene painted on it he gave our family as he wanted simply to return a favor, what a wonderful human being.
Christi Prim Matthews
December 16, 2015
Always a nice and quiet guy. Kept me and my Mama in our favorite shoes for years! You will be greatly missed!
Betsy Brendle
December 16, 2015
A very special man, who always cared for others. Heaven has a new angel.
Buffie Wiles
December 16, 2015
I will miss you greatly my dear friend. Hope to be with you and Jesus soon :-) You are always in my <3
Judy Deck
December 16, 2015
Jason was a very fine man and a a wonderful part of our church. He will be greatly missed. Blessings to Cheryl and all who will miss his gentle spirit.
December 16, 2015
Jason played the guitar for me to do a recitation of The Christmas Guest @ church. A very fine young man, a credit to his mom & dad, Nancy & Jerry.Loved them all dearly.Ann Crouse Cook
Bridget Henderson
December 16, 2015
Jason will be missed by many. He was such a nice gentleman. His passing leaves a void in our community. His talents will be missed as well. RIP.
December 16, 2015
May you rest in peace.Benny and Margaret Darnell.
Melissa Hedrick
December 16, 2015
RiP My sweet friend!!
Lee Coe
December 16, 2015
Jason was one of the most talented people I have ever met. He was also a great friend. Condolences and prayers to his family. He will truly be missed.
Jay Morphis
December 15, 2015
Jason was a super nice guy and an unbelievably skilled craftsman.
Windy
December 15, 2015
To the family,
I feel your loss, Jason was a great friend. He helped me with many projects as he was very skilled in his cobber works. He never let me down. A great human being and very deeply missed by
me and the town of Elkin. Jason was a very big part of Elkin and we will forever miss his smiling face and his master cobbler works!!! God bless you all and may you find peace in God's grace. I'm sure Jason is now God's #1 cobbler. A wonderful human being that will be very missed!
December 15, 2015
To the family:
May you find peace from the God of all comfort at this time and gain strength from the peace of God that surpasses all understanding.
David Nielsen
December 14, 2015
Soft-spoken and gentle man. A skilled cobbler who was always apologetic if the repair took a little time.
Amy Aldridge
December 14, 2015
Jason was a very kind spirit. He was so intelligent and well read. I loved being in bible study with Jason and Cheryl.
Olivia Fortin
December 14, 2015
I rember Jason as a quiet and private person,but he was always welcoming new conversation. He will be miss ,losing cousin just makes you look closer at your own life.
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