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1941
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2025
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James Swayze Obituary
Other than his parents, he is preceded in death by his first wife and mother of his children Lou Swayze, son Robbie Swayze, sister Charlene Legg, and brothers Bobby, Larry, and Eddie Swayze. He was a U.S. Army veteran and was a welder by trade. He was also an avid deer hunter.
Survivors include his wife Joanne Charlene Swayze; sons Shane Swayze of Malvern, Tim Swayze and his wife Pam of Bismarck, and Jim Swayze and his wife Lisa of Fayetteville; brother Hayes Swayze and his wife Florine of Malvern, grandchildren Ashley, Krysten, Brandon, Aaron, Collin, Megan, Katherine, Austin, and Emma Swayze as well as numerous great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
No services are planned at this time. Online condolences can be left on Regency Funeral Home website at regencyfuneralhome.com.
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Chad Beasley
November 14, 2025
Tim,Jim and Shane I am sorry to hear about your dad's passing he was definitely one of a kind he will be missed by many. Chad Beasley
Staff of Regency Funeral Home
November 12, 2025
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Carlotta Rodgerson
November 2, 2025
Jim was my Stepdad he was a good guy and yes he will definitely be missed
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