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Charles Winston "LiL Charles" Swift Jr.

Charles Winston "LiL Charles" Swift Jr. obituary, Norfolk, VA

Charles Swift Obituary

On Sunday May 28th, God looked down from Heaven and dispatched an Angel to bring our dearly beloved Charles from his earthly journey to eternal rest. Charles was born to the late Julia Anna Delk and Charles Winston Swift Sr. on May 22, 1953. A native of Norfolk, Charles attended Richard Tucker Elementary School and Booker T. Washington High School and Norfolk State University and was a lifelong devoted member of The United House of Prayer for All People. Charles was a dedicated member of ILA 1248 and retired after 25 years of service. Charles was predeceased by a son, Brian McClammy. Charles is survived by his daughter Kisha McIntyre, son Charles Swift III(Jessica), granddaughters Brionna Lawrence, Ajaylah Swift and Isabella Swift, sisters Marian Rutledge and Velda Brathovaite, brothers Willie Liverman (Terry) and Samuel Swift and many loving nephews, nieces, family members and friends. A viewing will be held on June 8 from 3- 630pm and a wake will begin at 630pm at Riddick Funeral Service, a funeral will be held on June 9 12noon at the United House of Prayer 1206 Church Street at 12noon followed by burial in Calvary Cemetery. www.riddickfuneralservices.com for online guestbook

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jun. 4, 2023.

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Kevin McIntyre

June 16, 2023

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dearvon

June 7, 2023

He was one of the best male ushers, in Norfolk #1.
Always had a kind word and a friendly smile. May God comfort his family and grant you all peace. Me and my family give our condolences. Much Love to you all!

Shirby Dunton and Harold Christian

June 6, 2023

Rest in peace dear brother! We enjoyed your light and smile that God allow you to share with us! Praise God and continue to give Him His glory!!

Otha Edwards

June 5, 2023

My condolences and prayers to the Swift family.

LaVerne Bailey Key

June 5, 2023

Condolences to the Swift family,and friends of Charles.Charles and I were in first-sixth grade at R.A.Tucker. We were in many plays at Tucker,and always had main parts in the plays. Went on to Campostella Jr. Hi.where we joined the band.On to BTW High School with many great classes and high school experiences.Then to Norfolk State.Charles has always been a wonderful friend and he is missed.May you rest in Peace and Power Charles.






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Delphine McFarland Freeman

May 31, 2023

Come on Swift, you could've called me and said goodbye. Thank you for taking me down memory recently. I'll miss you my buddy, I'll miss you my friend. When I get there I'mma look for you. Til we meet again on that other shore. Love you always

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Jun

8

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Riddick Funeral Service

1225 Norview Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23513

Jun

8

Wake

6:30 p.m.

Riddick Funeral Service

1225 Norview Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23513

Jun

9

Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m.

United House of Prayer for All People

1206 Church Street, Norfolk, VA 23504

Jun

9

Burial

3:00 p.m.

Calvary Cemetery

1600 St. Julian Ave, Norfolk, VA 23504

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Riddick Funeral Service - Norfolk

1225 Norview Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23513

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