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J. D. SWEARINGEN

FUNERAL HOME

James & Sikes Funeral Homes - Maddox Chapel

4278 Lafayette Street

Marianna, Florida

J. SWEARINGEN Obituary

James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel 4278 Lafayette Street Marianna, FL 32446 850-482-2332 www.jamesandsikesfuneralhomes.com J.D. Swearingen J.D. Swearingen (James Daniel), 86, of Marianna, Florida died on January 26, 2013, at Select Specialty Hospital in Tallahassee, Florida. He was a native and life-long resident of Jackson County, Florida. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rena M. Swearingen; his parents, D.A. and Ola Swearingen; his brothers and sister, M.L. Swearingen, Doyle Swearingen, Luther Swear-ingen, Rudolph Swearin-gen and Evelyn Smith. Survivors include his children and their families: Glenda F. Swearingen-Cook (Larry), Joy S. Lord (Buddy), Danny Swearin-gen (Kelly); his grandchildren, James D. Swearingen (Ashley), Justin D. Lord (Amy), Jonathan D. Swear-ingen (Farrah), Jantzen D. Lord (Marci), Brantley L. Cook, Cassidy T. Cook (Stephanie), and Analie E. Cook-Carr (Owen); his great-grandchildren ,Taylor Swearingen, Denton Lord, Abigail Lord, Beau Swearingen, Ellory Lord, Benton Cook, and Lyla Swearingen; and a host of nieces and nephews. He proudly served our Country in the United States Army and was a WWII Veteran. He was President of J.D. Swearingen Equipment Co., Inc. for 54 years. His company was the number one dealer in North America for Massey-Ferguson tractors and farm equipment. J.D. was sworn into the City Commission in 1972 and served as a Commissioner for twelve years, serving as Mayor of Marianna for eight of those years. He was a member of First Assembly of God Church in Marianna, Florida. Celebration of Life services will be Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at 6 p.m. at First Assembly of God Church with Rev. Stephen Potter officiating. Family will receive friends immediately following the celebration service in Sketo Hall at First Assembly at 4186 Lafayette Street, Marianna. Private Interment will be in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens. James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel will direct. Expressions of Sympathy may be made online at www.jamesandsikesfuneralhomes.com

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Published by The Jackson County Floridan on Jan. 27, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for J. SWEARINGEN

23 Entries

February 1, 2013

The family of Pastor Guy E. Howell Jr. send their deep sympathy and love to the extended Swearingen family We will always have a special place in our hearts for the kindness shown by JD and Rena to our family. All 26 of our children and their spouses, 13 grandchildren and one great grandson send our heartfelt condolensces.
Bethlehem,Georgia.

Jean Bodiford McMillian

January 31, 2013

Sending my thoughts and prayers to the family. I knew your JD for many years and had the upmost respect for him. We have had many good talks, laughs and visits throughout the years through my mother and daddy (Cecil & Jack Bodiford) as well myself. Always enjoyed going to the business and getting to visit while shopping. I have and will miss those days but I know he is in a much better life and resting. I know he and my parents are having a great reunion. Please take care and let me know if there is anything I can do for any of you. So glad to have had the opportunity to know him and be a part of his life.

Janice Schlobohm Williams

January 30, 2013

Danny, Joy, and Glenda,
I was so sorry to hear about your dad. You know I have many fond memories of times I spent at your home. Your dad was always so nice to me anywhere and anytime I saw him. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.

Patti Hester

January 29, 2013

Mr JD was a very intertaining and interesting man to listen and talk with. Our prayers go out to the family.

Martha Pumphrey Johnson

January 29, 2013

Glenda, Joy and Danny - your Dad was a wonderful, giving, loving gentleman!!! Only eternity will reveal the blessing and impact that he had on so many lives. My Dad was blessed so many times by his generosity! My prayers are with you all!

Martha Pumphrey Johnson ( Lakeland, FL)

Gina C. Stuart

January 29, 2013

Joy, Danny, and Glenda~

Winston loved serving on the City Commission with JD. His stern but fair leadership was highly respected by his peers. I will always remember him as an astute businessman and friend as well. You will be in my thoughts and prayers as I fondly remember him in the days ahead.

Leslie Neel

January 29, 2013

Mr. J.d will greatly be missed by all of his friend. I remember him being a very friendly gentleman at his business or any where my dad (Earnest Neel) seen Mr. J.d. God bless the Swearingen family.

Stacy Grantham

January 29, 2013

Danny, Joy and Glenda, We were so saddened to hear of Uncle JD's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Stacy and David Grantham

Steven & Darla Stewart

January 28, 2013

Mr. J.D. was truly a one-of-a-kind gentleman. They don't make them like that anymore. It was a pleasure to know him.

Wayne & Linda Cherry

January 28, 2013

Mr. J.D. was such a kind and gentle man.We will certainly miss him. Our
love & sympathy goes out to the family.
R.I.P Mr. JD.....

Ben & Wilma Davis

January 28, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Rev. Carroll & Beverly Senn

January 27, 2013

Sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. JD.Thought so much of him and his whole family. He was truely a great friend to us as we were his pastor for a short while. God bless you with the comfort and peace at this time. Love you all.

January 27, 2013

TO THE SWEARINGEN FAMILY,
MAY GOD BLESS YOU EACH DURING THESE DIFFICULT TIMES.
MY FAMILY USED TO BUY TRACTOR PARTS FROM MR. J.D.......................

Tangala Baker

January 27, 2013

Sorry for your loss. Boykin/Grimsley family

teresa swearingen-odom

January 27, 2013

i have no words only I LOVE YOU & MISS U ALREADY! Xoxxoox

Sue Sue and Steve Miller

January 27, 2013

Danny, Joy, Glenda and all of your families. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless and keep you. Love you all

Corinne & Ray Winter

January 27, 2013

Mr. J.D. was a real nice guy and working in the same building I was privileged to get to know him. I know he will be missed by his family and community. Danny, Joy, and Glenda if you need help just let me know.

Betty Broome

January 27, 2013

Joy, Glenda and Danny our prayers are with you all and your family's in the loss of your wonderful father . Hope you all find comfort in the fact that he has made it home and is rejoicing with the Lord. If Terry or I can do anything for any of you please let us know. Love and prayers to you all.

Linda Morales

January 27, 2013

May he rest in peace. Mr. Swearingen had a big impact on many people. Prayers go out to his family.

Suzanne Speed

January 27, 2013

To Danny, Joy, and Glenda,
I just learned of the loss of your daddy. What a sad day for me and what a sad time for everybody who knew him. Mr. J.D. was an important icon in the community and worked diligently to make it a better place to live. He was respected and admired, and he will be missed by all of us who knew him. It is hard to believe that he is gone--nobody could ever replace him. I'm sorry for the loss of somebody so special to so many. My thoughts are with each of you.

Donald Moore

January 27, 2013

Mr. J D will be dearly missed. I have bought parts from him. He was a kind man. My thoughts & Prayers go out to the family.

January 27, 2013

Our prayers are with you all. We loved Mr. J.D. very much.
Bo Blanchette and Family

January 27, 2013

My heart felt feelings go out to the JD Swearing family. I will always remember our friend ship and relationship. He was definitely a friend of mine and someone I always looked up to.

JD, you will be missed.

Sonny Dean

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