James E. "Jim" Swisher

James E. "Jim" Swisher obituary, Winchester, VA

James E. "Jim" Swisher

James Swisher Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Omps Funeral Home and Cremation Center - Amherst Chapel on Feb. 22, 2025.

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James Edward Swisher, 64 of White Post, VA, passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at his home.
Jim was born in 1960 in Winchester, VA, the son of Rozella Mae Pangle of Winchester, VA, and the late Rollin Edward Swisher. He was semi-retired as owner of Swisher's Seamless Guttering. He was a member of the Elks Lodge, Moose Lodge and part of two hunt clubs: Millbrook Hunt Club in WV and Shade's Hunt Club in VA. He was also a part of Rodney Franklin Racing, Ritter Racing, Brandon Lowery Racing and Mike Bennett Racing. Jim enjoyed hunting and car racing and spending time with his buddies in his garage. He loved and adored all his friends as they were special to him, and they were like family. Jim was always there for his friends and would do anything for them. He was a father figure to his niece and nephews: Michael, Sheryl, & Steven, and a father figure to other special kids in his life.
Along with his mother, he is survived by his sisters, Deborah "Debbie" McDonald (Steve) of Clearville, PA, Linda St. Pierre (Patrick) of Palm Desert, CA; nieces and nephews, Michael McDonald of Clearville, PA, Sheryl Corbin of Waco, TX, Steven McDonald of Clearville, PA, Patrick St. Pierre (Nicole) of Cleveland, OH, Matthew St. Pierre (Ashley) of Fullerton, CA, Danielle Simpson (Luke) of Bend, OR, Taylor Nanney (Jacob) of San Diego, CA, Austin Corbin of Richmond, VA, Kamdyn Corbin of Myrtle Beach, SC and numerous great-nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Jim to Omps Funeral Home to help the family with funeral expenses.
A visitation will be held for Jim on Monday, February 24 from 6pm to 8pm with a service the following day, Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at 2pm all held at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery.

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Keith Kibler

June 10, 2025

I had no idea Jimmy passed away. We had been friends since our high school days. I looked him up to get him to do some guttering for me. I am totally shocked . What a great guy. We had so much fun so many times. My heart goes out to his family . I know I'll sure miss Jimmy I can see his smile in my thoughts of him in my mind. So sorry to hear. God bless.

Linda Athey

February 26, 2025

So sorry to hear of Jim´s passing. May he rest in peace. He and William shared lots of good memories.
God bless his family, I know this is a terrible loss.
My love and prayers,
Mrs. William Athey Sr.
South Carolina

Barbara Ritter

February 25, 2025

We are so heartbroken, you were a very special person and you will be missed. Rest in peace.
Love always- Jon, Barbara, Andrew & Sean Ritter

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