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David Swanier Obituary
David Swanier was born in Gulfport, MS on December 26, 1955. He was a member of St. Therese of Lisieux Parish in Gulfport. David graduated from Harrison Central High School and joined the Army where he served 4 years. He was then employed by the federal government for 24 years, mostly at the Veteran's Administration. David Swanier passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2008 in Gulfport at the age of 53.
David was preceded in death by his brother, Alvin Martin, grandmother, Lucille Swanier, grand father, Garfield Swanier, aunts, Cora Merrell, Velma Douglas, Joann Weston, uncles, Garfield Swanier and James Swanier.
He is survived by his wife: Paulette Swanier; three sons: Tony Hawthorne, Dietrich Clausell and Darian Clausell; one daughter: Shona (Larry) Walker; his mother: Irma Swanier; his brother: Bobby (Marie) Swanier; two sisters-in-law: Sandra Cooper and Janice Martin; one brother-in-law: Lawrence Cooper, Jr.; two aunts: Gloria M. Davis, Yvonne (Leo) Seldon; and one uncle; Joseph D. Swanier; eight grand children and a host of nieces, nephews, cousin and friends.
Services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, September 4, 2008 at St. Theresa Catholic Church, 3521 19th St. in Gulfport. Visitation will be at the church one hour prior to service time. Burial will follow at Biloxi National Cemetery, where he will receive military honors.
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for David Swanier
Angela Fahnestock-Delius
September 7, 2008
My deepest sympathy to David's family...May God help you in this time of need...
Joey Carney
September 4, 2008
I have many fond memories of David . David allways had a smile on his face . David was not a negative person , he was an uplifting person . David could allways cheer you up if you were feeling down . David allways made time to talk to you even if it was only a few minutes . David had this uncanny talent to bring laughter to an entire group of people . My deepest condolences go out to David's family .
Loretta Eleuterius
September 4, 2008
Swanier Family: I had the pleasure knowing and working with David over the last decade at the VA. His positive attitude and bright smile will be missed by all. Your family remains in my thoughts and prayers through this very difficulty journey.
Herbert Butler
September 4, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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doretha crain
September 4, 2008
To Paulette and Family;
You,re in our prayers
Tammie Ferguson
September 4, 2008
It was such a joy to be around Uncle David and I am very saddened to hear that he is no longer with us. I am praying for our family and his friends and loved ones. Stay strong and may the sweet Holy Spirit and precious memories comfort you at this difficult time.
DEBORAH(DEE) POWE (VA FAMILY)
September 4, 2008
DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE SWANIER FAMILY. DAVID WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AS A KIND HEARTED AND FRIENDLY PERSON.
Alicia Walker
September 4, 2008
I was saddened to hear of Swanier's passing. I will cherish the memories of conversation about family and when my grandfather was his supervisor at the VA. He was my cousin-in-law's father and a coworker. My prayers go out to the family.
monique mingo
September 4, 2008
Shona, i am very sorry of hearing of your father's passing. If there is anything that i can do for you and your family please let me know. my prayers are with you and your family.
Mr. and Mrs George W. Walker
September 4, 2008
My wife and i are very sadden to hear of David's passing. i was david supervisor at the VAMC in gulfport, for many years, he was a very respectable young man. we are also david's daughter Shona grandparents-n-law she is a very sweet young lady. our prayers goes out to the whole family.
maggie mingo
September 4, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
GAIL JONES
September 4, 2008
To the Swanier Family, I send my condolences to you. While working at the Biloxi VAMC, I had the pleasure of working with David and ministering the "word of the Lord" to him. May the Lord comfort and strengthen you during your time of bereavement.
Sandra Spann Barnes
September 4, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
MARY JO LAYA YOUNG AND FAMILY
September 3, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Beatrice ( Wright) Mannings
September 3, 2008
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
ELLEN THEODORE
September 3, 2008
i cannot say goodbye because i no one day i will meet you again in the sky, so fly on david and take your angel glow and we will be looking here below.
Deborah Ware
September 3, 2008
To the Swanier family,
I am saddened to hear of David's death. I went to high school with David and immediately reconized his smiling face when I saw his picture. I remember David has a very friendly, happy and well liked guy. I hope that will bring some comfort to your grief and have remembered you all in my prayers.
rodney and natasha weston
September 3, 2008
my deepest sympathy to the swanier family Iwill always remember David as a cousin, friend and fun person to be around
Frances Holliday
September 3, 2008
To Family of David,
I had the pleasure of working with David for numerous years. He will surely be missed. my heart goes out for the family and you all will be in my prayers. I just lost my husband, so I know exactly how your heart hurts.
Frances L. Holliday
VA Hospital
Belinda Butler Hardy
September 3, 2008
Ms Irma and Family,
I was very sorry to hear of David's passing. I pray that you find comfort in the memories that you all shared.
john,sheria leonard
September 3, 2008
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Joseph Serna
September 3, 2008
you're a good man, you were always nice to me, you would always say hi and talked for a bit, i will miss you old friend,
Joe
Carolyn Shaw
September 3, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the Swanier Family. I will always remember David as a cousin,friend and fun loving person.
jennifer williams
September 3, 2008
David will be missed. I am truly sorry for your loss. If you need anything let me know.
Lisa Reynolds-Little
September 3, 2008
My deepest sympathy goes out to The Swanier Family. David was not only our friend he was like a brother to me and my family.I remember the times we would sit on my mothers front porch talking and laughing about the past and the future. David was a fun ,loving,and a very easy going person.I am going to miss,but God knows what is best. Rest my friend and keep smiling because one day we will meet again.
September 3, 2008
We are so saddened by your loss. May you find comfort and strength in the memories David has left you with. God bless your family during this difficult time.
VA ER Staff
Alvin Chadwick
September 3, 2008
David will be missed here in building 2. My deepest condolences go to you and your family during this time.
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