Robert Edards Swan

Robert Edards Swan obituary

Robert Edards Swan

Robert Swan Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by VanRensselaer & Son Funeral Home on Aug. 28, 2025.

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Robert Edwards Swan, 67, of Northeast Road, Conewango Valley, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Sunday, August 24, 2025 at home after an extended illness with his brother Mike at his side.

He was born April 8, 1958 in Benton, Arkansas, the son of late Richard L. Swan and Patricia (Parker) Swan. He was a 1976 graduate of West Seneca West High School and was a Veteran of the United States Airforce. He was a retired self-employed truck driver in West Seneca.

He is survived by his brother Michael D. Swan Sr. of Conewango Valley and many nieces and nephews.

There will be no services held as per his wishes. Arrangements are entrusted to the VanRensselaer & Son Funeral Home, Randolph, To leave a condolence for the family, log onto: www.vanrensselaerandsonfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

VanRensselaer & Son Funeral Home

14 Church St, Randolph, NY 14772

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