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Selma Swaino Obituary
She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years, George Swaino, who always referred to her as his Queen. Born October 4, 1919, she was a retired Norton City school teacher, dedicated member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 473 where she served as Chaplin. She volunteered as Girl Scout Leader and Braille Bible worker. Selma deeply loved her family and found great joy in her grandchildren. She was a kind, inspiring and generous mother who will be deeply missed.
She is survived by children, Jean (George) Naswadi, Dick (Patsy) Swaino, and Carol Swaino Morrison; grandchildren, Jeffrey Naswadi, Bobby (Trina) Morrison, Christopher Morrison, David Morrison, Carolyn (JT) Payer, and Kelly Morrison; and great-grandchildren, Gavin, Xander, and Riley Morrison, and Kayleigh and Reagan Payer.
Funeral service will be held TODAY, September 4, 11 a.m. at Hummel Funeral Home, Copley, 3475 Copley Road. Interment at Copley Township Cemetery, with Rev. Donard Engle officiating. Psalm 37
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Michael Kaylor
September 6, 2010
Sally was a special lady and I understood immediately the love George and she shared. The Lord blessed all who knew her...God bless the family..Mike Kaylor
Michele N. Sandridge
September 3, 2010
Most precious Heavenly Father, Death has entered our ranks and we pause to pay tribute to your servant, Selma. Her service to God and Country has ended but the results of her loyal efforts will go on. We thank you for her life.
Michele N. Sandridge, Chaplain
American Legion Auxiliary
Department of Ohio
Paul&Jan Swaino
September 3, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Paul&Jan Swaino
David Witner
September 3, 2010
I had Mrs. Swaino as a grade school teacher at old Loyal Oak School. I am sorry for your loss.
Ruth Ann Struglinski
September 3, 2010
Dear Jean and the Swaino family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. I will pray for peace for all of you that your happy memories of your loved one will give you comfort at this time. I am in Pennsylvania so I will not be able to attend the service but you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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