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Richard Swansen Obituary
Richard was born on February 8, 1952 in Penn Yan the son of the late Barbara June Swansen.
Richard enjoyed many things in life, especially fishing, and watching the Yankees and the NY Giants. He loved cats, and enjoyed scenic areas.
He loved Laughing Lumber and Grinning Syrup, iced cold beer and having fun while he was here.
Richard is survived by the love of his life, Lorraine Cervenka; and many good friends.
In these uncertain times, Richard thought Eric Clapton said it best, "It's gotta get better in a little while, keep on keeping on!" PEACE
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Swansen
Amy Buel
November 2, 2020
Rest In Peace Richy and heart broken for you Lorraine, I pray your memories comfort you at this time.
Fred Corey
October 29, 2020
Rich”Oscar”gonna miss having beer with you& watching the Yanks down at the Liberty!
Your friend Fred Corey
FRANK MORRIS
October 29, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Chad Sheehan
October 29, 2020
RIP Swanny... You were one of a kind and will be missed by many. Thank you for being you!
Vanessa Rivera
October 29, 2020
Wow! What such tragic news. I’m so heartbroken. I just want to say that I had a lot of good times with u in the mustang pub. I will never forget the fact that u gave me a giants and Yankees hat. I will hold that close to my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with Swansen family. May ur souls SIP!
Rosemary thompson
October 28, 2020
Wainie my thoughts and prayers are with you. I love you guys and I am shocked and heartbroken
Karen Northrup Petersen
October 28, 2020
Say hi to Dale an Squirrely an Moon and the rest of the group for me.we had great memories growing up an all partying togather. Going to miss you my friend. RIP
Gail Buckle Ball
October 28, 2020
Back in the 60’s I had a friendship with Rich, these fun and sometimes raucous times left me with memories only he and I could share. I’m hoping he had a good life and his loved ones have lasting memories that will also make them smile. Rest In Peace old friend.
Lisa Schwingle
October 28, 2020
Ladybug. I am so sorry for your loss. Swanny was such a good guy and I am sending you many hugs. I will cherish all my memories of him. He was one of a kind.
Patti
October 28, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. It was a good time hanging out with you!
Diana Smiraglia
October 27, 2020
While I hadn’t seen Rich in years, I will never forget the times at the Tavern that all of us shared... Moon and Squirrely Miller, Pokey, Cutes, Frank Z.,, Kim Harris, Jimmy Hunt... in fact it was Rich that gave me MY nickname, Schlitzer- RIP Rich, save a cold one for me!
Karen Marko
October 27, 2020
He was one of a kind. Prayers to the family
Pauline M Champlin
October 27, 2020
Richie was very much a free spirit. Anyone that knew him would tell you that. He will be missed by all who knew him. RIP Richie
Tom Brady
October 26, 2020
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Squad In '66 Finale, 39-0
Tom Brady
October 26, 2020
Sir Richard was a friend of mine. RIP Swanny!
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