William A. Swanger

1932 - 2021

William A. Swanger obituary, 1932-2021, Dillsburg, PA

William A. Swanger

1932 - 2021

BORN

1932

DIED

2021

William Swanger Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 11, 2021.

William A. "Bill" Swanger passed away from COVID at the Claremont Nursing Home on January 11, 2021.


   He was born in Harrisburg PA, the son of the late Lester & Evelyn (Knisely) Swanger, on October 17th, 1932.


   Bill retired from DuPont Electronics working in the shipping & receiving department. He was a lover of the outdoors and in his younger days was an avid hunter, golfer, and bowler. He was also a die-hard fan of the Philadelphia Eagles & Phillies. Bill will be missed, and always remembered for his upbeat mood & contagious smile.


   He is survived by by his daughters Linda Kessinger (Tom), Sandra Smith (Robert), a son William C Swanger (Teri), a sister Mary Perkins (Jack), as well as 8 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, and 5 great great grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Constance (Musser) Swanger, a son Rodney, and his siblings, Gerald Swanger, Richard Swanger, Russell Swanger, Lois Musser, Vada Slaseman, and Evelyn Marks.


   Private graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family.


   Memorials in Bill's name can be made to Calvary United Methodist Church, 203 Mumper Lane, Dillsburg, PA  17019.

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January 16, 2021

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Terry Henninger

January 16, 2021

Thinking of your family at this time. Uncle Bill was always so happy. I remember the picnics along the creek and Uncle Bill hunting with mom and dad. Condolences.

Deb Hobba

January 15, 2021

Think of your family in your time of sorrow. Uncle Bill was such a wonderful person. He always had a smile for everyone. I remember him going hunting with Mom and Dad. When we were young we used to spend a lot of time with each others families. Over the years we just lost touch, but the memories will always remain. He will be missed.

Diane Ralph

January 13, 2021

My heartfelt condolences to the family & my dearest friend Renee Orr-Hicks

Jim Shaffer

January 12, 2021

My sincere condolences to the family. Bill was a fine gentleman and knew no strangers. He was a good friend and I remember the fun we had bowling and the chats we had when he drove his cart through our development . Rest In Peace dear friend, until we meet again.

Linda Warner

January 12, 2021

My deepest sympathy to your family on Bill's passing. My dad & I used to deliver meals on wheels to Bill. And we also saw him many times at Elmcroft. My dad was also a Phillies fan & used to talk to Bill about them. He was such a good guy. I'm sure he'll be greatly missed.

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