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John Joseph Swantner
April 6, 1924 ~ December 29, 2017 (age 93) 93 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Cathy Williams
August 24, 2022 2:44 AM
I am a bit late. Yesterday I had my scrapbook out. I pulled out a newspaper clipping of John from the time I was in the IUK singers with him. I still remember seeing him sitting in class and talking to him. He kind of stuck out as he was much older than the rest of us. I believe he was taking college classes other than singing? I wish I could have met up with him again later in life.
Message from Dr. Jeff Brown
February 16, 2018 3:17 PM
So very sorry to hear my buddy from Blair Ridge had passed. I will miss him and his singing, and his daily greetings.
May God bless the family
May God bless the family
A candle was lit by Dorothy Haxton
on January 7, 2018 12:37 PM
A candle was lit by Dale and Cheryl Kerschner
on January 7, 2018 8:17 AM
Message from Phyllis Parker Weaver (Phil)
January 6, 2018 10:06 AM
I have many memories of John. His smile, a pat on the shoulder, a joke to make you laugh. He was a hard worker and always had time to stop and visit. Rest In Peace JOhn.
A candle was lit by Mary Townsend (Lenial) enjoyed playing music with John
on January 4, 2018 8:08 PM
Message from Patty Lawrence Sanai
January 4, 2018 8:02 PM
My deepest condolences to the Swanter family.
Message from jeff stewart
January 4, 2018 6:03 PM
So sorry for your loss. Great memories of John and his many stories of the good ole days. Sympathies are with the family, he lived a great life.
A MONET'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was sent on January 4, 2018
With our deepest sympathy. John was a very special person and will be missed by all who new him. Sending all of our love, Robert and Joanna Comerford
Message from Linda Baker
January 4, 2018 4:09 PM
my thoughts are with the family and friends of a truly kind man who touched many lives in his 93 years. He brought joy to those he met and had an infectious smile and a fun twinkle in his blue eyes. It saddened me to hear the news. As Ever~ Linda B.
A candle was lit by Mary Boswell
on January 3, 2018 12:46 PM
Message from Carol Fox and Joe Brooks
January 3, 2018 12:28 PM
Les, so sorry for the loss of your father. I know you two were very close. He was a very kind man.
Sincerely,
Carol Fox and Joe Brooks
Sincerely,
Carol Fox and Joe Brooks
Message from Ilene Howard
January 3, 2018 12:08 PM
I really did not know John, but would hear him play and sing from time to time at the Akron Community Center when they had the monthly Friday night open music/sing .
It was delightful to listen to the songs he sang, especially about Kicking his Dog, as well as others I had never heard. What a bright light he was. I pray God's comfort and peace for you.
It was delightful to listen to the songs he sang, especially about Kicking his Dog, as well as others I had never heard. What a bright light he was. I pray God's comfort and peace for you.
A candle was lit by Ilene Howard
on January 3, 2018 12:00 PM
Message from Barbara Richardson Burge
January 3, 2018 7:17 AM
Dear family, Ellen and friends of my sweet friend John. I am very sad to hear this news. I met John at the Peru truck stop back in the 80's when I was acting Postmaster in Culver. That was my breakfast stop and I can still remember how his face would light up in a huge smile when I came in. He delighted in giving me a hard time. Wonderful way to start my day.
My husband, Arthur Burge, was a singer and played guitar with a lot of the same pickers as John. Art and I loved to hear John sing and play music. They got together many times.
John's passing will leave a huge hole for those of us that knew and loved him. My thoughts and prayers to all of you. I'm sorry I will not be home for his services. However, he knows I'm there in heart. Love to all of you. Hugs to sweet Ellen.
My husband, Arthur Burge, was a singer and played guitar with a lot of the same pickers as John. Art and I loved to hear John sing and play music. They got together many times.
John's passing will leave a huge hole for those of us that knew and loved him. My thoughts and prayers to all of you. I'm sorry I will not be home for his services. However, he knows I'm there in heart. Love to all of you. Hugs to sweet Ellen.
Message from Patsy garling
January 3, 2018 7:08 AM
Well John your time is up but you left inspiration and love to a lot of people your smile and words touched our hearts you will be missed .ex housekeeper of Blair ridge
A candle was lit by Patsy garling
on January 3, 2018 7:03 AM
A candle was lit by Barbara Richardson Burge
on January 3, 2018 7:02 AM
A candle was lit by Lukas Graves
on January 2, 2018 9:09 PM
A candle was lit by Jerry & Gigi Mullinax
on January 2, 2018 6:05 PM
Message from Allan and Carolyn Dickson
January 2, 2018 3:21 PM
Sending loving thoughts to John Swantner’s family. A beautiful heart will live in each and everyone Father
John touched.
John touched.
A candle was lit by Ryanne Comerford
on January 2, 2018 1:47 PM
Message from Dawn Buman
January 2, 2018 12:46 PM
Sing and play on and watch over us Gpa John. We all love you so very much. Rest in peace. Prayers and hugs to all that are hurting and missing this great man. The family thanks you. ❤❤❤
A candle was lit by Dawn Buman
on January 2, 2018 12:42 PM
Message from Becki Swantner Heusel
January 2, 2018 12:28 PM
What a privilege it has been to have enjoyed being the niece of John Swantner. He reared a wonderful family. Love you all, cousins. May you find comfort and strength in the beautiful memories and the prayerful support of those who care deeply about you.
Uncle John now rests in peace, singing in the heavenly choir, and playing that guitar into eternity!
Uncle John now rests in peace, singing in the heavenly choir, and playing that guitar into eternity!
A candle was lit by Becki Swantner Heusel
on January 2, 2018 12:24 PM
A candle was lit by sharon linn
on January 2, 2018 12:22 PM
Message from Dianne Stoner Gustin
January 2, 2018 12:02 PM
To All The Swantner Family
What awesome memories your Family Patriarch leaves with each of you.....I will always remember his laugh and softness of words when he spoke.
God Bless each of you during this time of grief and recovery.
My deepest sympathy and love.....
Dianne Conrad Stoner Gustin and Family
What awesome memories your Family Patriarch leaves with each of you.....I will always remember his laugh and softness of words when he spoke.
God Bless each of you during this time of grief and recovery.
My deepest sympathy and love.....
Dianne Conrad Stoner Gustin and Family
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