Lori Ann Hargrove Swihart

Lori Swihart Obituary

SWIHART Lori Ann Hargrove, Passed away suddenly on June 1, 2008 in Arcata, CA. She was born August 4 1966 in Santa Rosa, CA where she grew up and graduated from Santa Rosa High. Lori loved drawing and decorating, which brought her to her career as a cake decorator. Lori loved spending time with her three boys: her husband Gary and sons Jacob and Blake. Lori loved kids and seldom a day went by when the house wasn't full of the neighborhood kids. She is survived by her husband Gary; sons Jacob and Blake Swihart; her sisters Linda, and Tricia; brother Eric and sister-in-law, Lillian; and nephews Michael and Ronnie Hargrove. Also nephew Jeremy and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her mother Joyce and father Don and her niece Christina. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all. She was and always will be our sunshine. We will never forget. "Love you ." Memorial services will be held Saturday, June 28, 2008 at 12:00 noon in the Chapel at Santa Rosa Memorial Park. 1900 Franklin Ave.

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Published by Press Democrat on Jun. 27, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Lori Swihart

6 Entries

Stacey Munoz-Gardea

July 2, 2008

I meet Lori when i moved here from Colorado just starting high school. She was one of the dearest friends i have ever had. It was always us five girls ( Lori,Lorrie,Lisa,Bambi and me) together. Lori was such a sweet person and made high school so much fun. I am so lucky to have meet her and i will always keep the memories and the time we have shared close to my heart. My condolences go out to her husband,boys and family. She will be missed very much.

Mark Kelly

June 30, 2008

I just received the news, I am so sorry for your loss.
I would like to extend my deepest condolences to Lori's family. It is impossible to imagine what you are going through.
Lori was the most wonderful person I have ever met. I consider the time I spent with Lori the best years of my life. I am truly heartbroken and will never let the memories of her go.
If you need any help at all, please contact me for anything.
Goodbye Lori Ann.

Lorrie (Smith) Hanson

June 30, 2008

My thoughts and memories are all a jumble inside my head as I am saddened at the loss of such a wonderful, loving, sweet and caring person who was beautiful inside and out. I had the pleasure of meeting Lori when I moved to Sonoma County in Junior High and quickly we became friends. Lori was a major part of some of the best years of my life and was always referred to as my big sis. I remember lots of double dates, lots of heartaches and lots of just fun times, especially the camping trip!! After High School as friends sometimes do we lost touch but just like a true friend she was there to celebrate with me the day I married my best friend Randy. Lori soon went on her on way and I heard that she married a wonderful guy named Gary and had two beautiful little boys. I am so glad that she got the chance to know true love and become a mom as she always loved kids. Thank you Gary for taking care of her when her friends were not there with her and to her boys for being the joy in her life. My condolences go out to her family and friends as another life was taken away from us to soon. Love ya Lori, your lil' sis.

Ronda Henderson

June 29, 2008

Lori and I meet through our kids. It was a great friendship that will never end. I was lucky to be there for her service. Gary did a great job that I know that Lori would of loved! I will miss her alot! It is hard to find a friend that you can tell you problems to and she would have the answer or if you depressed about something she would make you laugh until your sides hurt. She's a great mom and wife. I love her and will think of her everyday.

Amberlee (Bambi) Lewis (Bernheim)

June 28, 2008

I first met Lori when my family moved across the street from her family, I was 4 yrs old and Lori was 5, that started our friendship, best friends forever. Lori was a part of our family from then on we did everything together. All of our family vacations Lori went with us. I can't remember a childhood memory that Lori wasn't a part of. As time does in our early adult years we drifted away, but I always new that all I had to do was call her and she would of been there like a true friend would have. I loved her dearly and will miss her greatly. I send my love and condolences to her family, husband and children. She has beautiful boys and a husband that loved her very much, I am so sorry for your loss.

Jeanne & Randy Wilkes

June 27, 2008

Lori and my daughter, Lisa went to Rincon Valley Junior High School together. Lori was always over at our house. We had a memorable camping trip. She was a lot of fun. Lori was also in our wedding. I remember her beautiful smile and those gorgeous dimples. I often told her I would be her manager if she decided to become an actress, she was that beautiful in heart and spirit. Our love and sympathy goes out to her family and friends. I know she will be missed.

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