John A. Swaney

John A. Swaney obituary, West Hartford, CT

John A. Swaney

John Swaney Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Sheehan-Hilborn-Breen Funeral Home on Oct. 1, 2025.

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John A. Swaney, 98, of Newington, born on January 25, 1927, in Vanceboro, Maine, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 17, 2025. John was a WWII Army Veteran and was predeceased by his wife, Alice (Lyons); and his sons, Johnny Swaney and Richard Swaney. John is survived by his daughters, Catherine Lounder of Manchester, CT, Judith Fissette of Newington, CT, Darlene Nash of Manchester, CT, Janet Hansen (Glen) of Taftville, CT, and Jane Yandow (Ken) of Indialantic, FL, along with several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
John was kindhearted and enjoyed gardening, fishing and hunting. He will be missed.
A private family Service will be held at Fairview Cemetery, West Hartford. Online condolences may be made at www.SheehanHilbornBreen.com To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of John, please visit our Tree Store.

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