Joan Swarthout

Joan Swarthout obituary

Joan Swarthout

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Joan Swarthout Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Miller Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. - Rochester on Nov. 10, 2025.

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After a remarkable life, Joan passed away November 7, 2025 at age 94. Predeceased by her husband, Gordon and son, Gregory. Survived by daughter, Deborah; son, David; grandchildren, Jenah Pettrone, Dillon and Hunter (Tory) Swarthout; great-grandson, Stone Swarthout; daughter-in-law, Betsy Swarthout; many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the entire staff from Monroe Community Hospital – Hope 4.

Joan was the 6th child of Daniel and Louisa Kavanaugh. She grew up in Charlotte, NY with her beloved siblings, Larry, Lloyd, Genevieve, Danny, Gene, Mary Lou and Pat. She was baptized, received 1st Holy Communion, was confirmed and married at Holy Cross Church. She graduated from Holy Cross School and the Nazareth Academy. Joan was a founder of the Hickok Center serving individuals living with traumatic brain injuries.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated, SATURDAY, November 15th, 10:30 am at Holy Cross Church (4492 Lake Ave., Rochester, NY 14612). Interment, private.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Hickok Center (2320 Brighton-Henrietta Townline Road, Suite 400, Rochester, NY 14623) DONATE ONLINE.

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Upcoming Events

Nov

15

Funeral Mass

10:30 a.m.

Holy Cross Church

4492 Lake Ave., Rochester, NY 14612

Send Flowers

Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.