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Nick Swafford Obituary

SWAFFORD, NICK, "NICKY" A., Singer, dancer, actor … a talented soul who never met a stranger. Nicky lived a short but adventurous life following his dreams to travel and perform. He studied at Burt Reynolds Theater of Performing Arts, choreographed for Bob Carr Theatre, taught Ball Room Dancing (Gold Level), performed in many plays at the Osceola Playhouse; Crazy for you and Singing in the Rain to name just a few, and had a true love for gardening. Nicky, born March 8, 1971 in Miami, changed his name to Trystin Nicholas Lento in 1998. Trystin was just 36 when he passed away on Friday, April 13th surrounded by family and friends. He is preceded in death by his grandmothers, Marie Santos and Charney P. Swafford. He is survived by his life partner, Chad Paul of Orlando; mother and stepfather, Ron and Dianne Pifer, St. Cloud; father and stepmother, Nick and Rhonda Swafford, NC; sister, Maria Evans, St. Cloud; brother, Justin Swafford, NC; niece, Ashley Garlaza; nephews, Trey Rapp II and Jadyn Garlaza (all of St. Cloud) and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, April 18 from 2-4PM and 6-8PM at Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Home, 301 NE Ivanhoe Blvd., Orlando, where a "Celebration of Life" will be held Wednesday at 7PM. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Hope and Help or Aids Foundation. Please visit and sign our family guest register at:
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Published by Orlando Sentinel on Apr. 17, 2007.

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Michelle Lorenz Odell

May 10, 2007

Trystin was my leading man through many wonderful Osceola productions. He was caring, funny and always, always a true friend. Even when I moved away, we kept in touch and exchanged with each other which shows we were doing across the country.
I am so shocked and saddened by his passing. My heart goes out to his family and Chad.
I am so grateful that I had those opportunities to perform with Trystin and his amazing gifts - the most of important of all being his friendship.

KENION THOMPSON,II

April 17, 2007

TO CHAD AND TRYSTINS FAMILY: WHAT A GREAT GUY I ENJOYED WORKING WITH AT BERGAMOS ITALIAN RESTAURANT & STARLIGHT DINNER THEATRE. AS FORMER MUSIC DIRECTOR/ACCOMPANIST AT BERGAMOS, WE HAD SUCH A GREAT TIME THERE, I WOULD LOVE TO PLAY FOR TRYSTIN AND HE REALLY ENJOYED SINGING. SUCH GREAT MEMORIES AND WILL MISS THOSE GREAT HUGS. I'LL BE PLAYING SOME VERY SPECIAL MUSIC THIS SUNDAY AT MY CHURCH , ST. LUKES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, DEDICATED TO YOU BUDDY. YOU WILL BE ALWAYS BE LOVED.

Amy Tyree

April 17, 2007

You were a caring,giving,and loving friend who always put a smile on my face. You were "FABULOUS"! It has been an honor to know you. You will be missed by many. My heart goes out to chad and your family.

Kathryn Bigoss

April 17, 2007

You will be missed Nicky. I can say that I am blessed to have known such a great man. I have some great memories that I will always keep with me.

Jim Huber

April 17, 2007

Trytsin,
I enjoyed working with you in "Anything Goes" at Osceola Center for the Arts. So sad to hear that you passed. My sympathies to Chad and your families.

Janine Papin

April 17, 2007

You will be missed! You were always so much fun to work with and dance with. Your fabulous sense of humor always was there, even to the end. Thanks for the great memories, Janine

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