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Doris Swolensky Obituary

Doris M. (Swartz) Swolensky, 92, of Craig Street, Palmerton, PA, died Saturday evening, July 12, 2025, in her home. She was the wife of the late Peter Swolensky who passed in 2006. Born in Palmerton, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Esther (Snyder) Swartz. Doris was employed for many years as a seamstress for the former Bowmanstown and Weissport Garment Mills, and was a longtime member of the I.L.G.W.U. Doris was a member of Emmanuel United Church of Christ, Bowmanstown, where she was an active volunteer assisting in many activities. Doris was also a member and waitress of the Bowmanstown Rod and Gun Club for many years. She enjoyed shopping especially at Boscov's and the Hometown Farmers Market. Survivors: Son, Thomas K. Sr., of Palmerton. Grandchildren, Jessica M. Collins of Parryville, Jennifer L. Swolensky of Inverness, FL, Thomas K. Jr., of Palmerton. 3 great-grandchildren, Chloe Schnell, Abygail Collins, and Benjamin Mousa. Brother, Blaine Swartz and companion Jean of Canadensis, Monroe County. Several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brothers, Forrest, Glenn, Laird, and Delano. Services: 11:00a.m., Thursday, July 17, 2025, Emmanuel U.C.C. 519 Hamilton Street, Bowmanstown, PA 18030. Call, 10:00-11:00a.m. in the church. Interment, Towamensing Cemetery, 3rd Street and Fireline Road, Palmerton. Arrangements, Campton Funeral Home, Palmerton. Online Condolences may be left for the family at: www.schislerfuneralhomes.com. Contributions: May be made in her memory to the Emmanuel U.C.C. Memorial Fund.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Jul. 14, 2025.

Memorial Events
for Doris Swolensky

Jul

17

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Emmanuel United Church of Christ- Bowmanstown

519 Hamilton Street, Bowmanstown, PA 18030

Jul

17

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Emmanuel U.C.C.

519 Hamilton Street, Bowmanstown, PA 18030

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Campton Funeral Home - Palmerton

525 Delaware Avenue, Palmerton, PA 18071

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Kimberly and Corey Serfass

July 16, 2025

Tommy and family. Corey and I send our deepest condolences. Doris wasn´t just an Aunt to me, she was like a Mom. She taught me so many things that, I will forever be grateful.
I can go on and on about how wonderful she was but, you all already know.
Just knowing she´s at peace now and with all her loved ones gives me peace.
I will forever keep you in my heart Aunt Doris. Until we meet again rest easy my dear

Becky Hawk

July 16, 2025

You will be missed Doris she was like another grandmother to me I was an adopted granddaughter and my daughter as well i grew up with her Granddaughter and still go friends with her. Love and miss you memmy

Ron Strohl

July 15, 2025

For most of my life I grew up with Doris and regarded her as a sister because she was always there when you need her.
She was a very caring person and went out of her way to help others.
She will be missed.
My condolences to Tommy and her family.

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