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David Swinehart Obituary
On September 14, 2018, the Lord brought David M. Swinehart, age 77, home. He was born in Akron, Ohio to the late Russell and Geraldine Swinehart. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Barbara. Dave retired from Cotter Merchandise Storage Company. He was a member of Ernest Angley's Grace Cathedral and sang in Angel's Grace Cathedral Choir for 47 years.
Dave loved volunteering for the church, especially taking care of Angel's Memorial Garden and all the flowers at Grace Cathedral - Akron. He was an excellent gardener. He was always willing to help others; he never complained, and he was never one to talk down to anyone. He loved people.
Dave will be greatly missed by his son, Marty (Laurie) and family and friends.
Calling hours will be held from 9 to 11 a.m., and funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 22, 2018, at Grace Cathedral - Akron, 1055 Canton Rd., Akron, OH 44312, Reverend Steve Millar will be officiating. Interment will immediately follow the service at Hillside Memorial Park.
Memorial donations may be made to Ernest Angley's Grace Cathedral, 2700 State Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223 for "Bibles For Missions".
And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them.
(Revelation 14:13)
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Paul Robinson
September 13, 2021
It still seems strange knowing Dave has passed away, he was a true follower of Christ, true in his beliefs, and true in his walk. Although I wasn´t able to physically be there at his funeral, I was there in spirit. Long live the memory of Dave, my friend.
Paul Robinson Sr
September 13, 2020
I miss Dave, having enjoyed roller skating with him as a youth, pouring my heart out to him know the response was always going to be godly and precise. Dave was a true servant of God, a man I personally always looked up to.
Terri Hillyard
September 24, 2018
I am so sorry to hear about your father. I got to know him and your mother Barb from dialysis and we enjoyed so much talking with them. They were very social and we sure enjoyed both. Sending our condolences.
Paul Robinson
September 21, 2018
So sorry for your loss Marty, but I know that you rest assured that Dave is rejoicing in God's glory. Dave was very special to me, I really enjoyed his frienddhip, both as a kid and as an adult. I will miss him.
Linda Liston
September 21, 2018
Marty, Laurie I am praying for you, we will soon see Dad and Mom again I am so anxious to get there Larry's been there over 18 years now and he is probably wanting to show your dad some wonderful things
God Bless you both
(Grace Cathedral)
Flowers Dave cared for at Angel's Memorial Garden
Linda Liston
September 21, 2018
Flowers Dave cared for at Angel's Memorial Garden
Linda Liston
September 21, 2018
Lee and Michael Sullivan
September 19, 2018
God bless and comfort Marty, Dave's son, and others who loved and cherished Dave's friendship. Dave will be greatly missed by many. I have fond memories of our work together in the music program at Grace. My heart aches at his loss but I also rejoice in the knowledge that Dave is at home with the Lord - never to suffer again. I know heaven rejoiced when Dave entered and one day we will meet him there again.
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