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Mary Narramore Ringley posted a condolence
Friday, August 31, 2007
Mr. Swing,
I know this is a little late, but I just found out. My condolences to you and your family.
I went to sign the guestbook of my friend, Josie Whittle, who passed. I'm sure you remember her. She used to drive a bus for Oakwood also.
That's when I saw your wife's memorial.
I think of you and the the old staff that used to be at Oakwood often!
Take care and remember she is in a much better place than we are.
Love,
Mary Narramore Ringley
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The Durrett Family posted a condolence
Friday, August 3, 2007
Please give our love to Emily...you are in our thoughts and prayers.Bill,Marie,Will,and Warren Durrett
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Marilyn/Luke Lucas posted a condolence
Friday, August 3, 2007
We are sorry that we didn't get to see you on Wed. Too many people to stand in line.
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Ken Koerber posted a condolence
Thursday, August 2, 2007
Kyle, I found peace in this poem that I used in my Father's obituary.
"May he support us all the day long,till the shadows lengthen and the evening comes and the busy world is hushed and the fever of life is over and our work is done - then in his mercy - may he give us a safe lodging and a holy rest and peace at the last".
John Henry Newman 1801-1890
God bless you and your family.
Ken
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Fatika Sanders posted a condolence
Thursday, August 2, 2007
Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Fatika & Montague
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Mary Ann Lynes posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
Mary Ann will long be remembered for the person she became as she traveled through life's journey. Her influence will be felt for generations to come. God bless the family as they adjust to this void in their lives.
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Lew Banks posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
With thoughts of deepest sympathy to let you know we care.
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Debi Swing posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
M. Anne never treated me like a daughter-in-law. She always referred to me as her daughter. We could spend hours on the phone together, laughing and talking about everything. She taught me what it means to be a lady "I don't know how to pump gas!" and how important family is. I only got to spend 22 years with her, but I cherish every moment. I miss you, Mom. I'll miss you every day. Thank you for being such a big part of my life and for accepting me into your family. I love you so much.
Love,
Deb
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Kathi and Ronnie Hines posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Mrs. Swing was always such a fine sweet lady with a very kind heart. It is hard losing someone so dear to you, but now she is in heaven looking down upon you with all the love in her heart she had here while she was on this earth. God Bless. We are praying for you.
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Rachel Shiplett Green posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Dear Swing Family,
I am Janet Percle's daughter. I was so sad to hear about Mary Ann. Oddly enough, I was just thinking about her the other day and remembering sitting with her at her kitchen table helping her make mints in the shape of leaves for a wedding that she was catering. I remember her always being patient, kind and loving. She was so very wonderful to me, and I am so thankful that she was a part of my life. Please accept my sincerest condolences.
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Tarrel Clark posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Dear Swing Family, I am sure Mary Ann has left a memorable mark on South Aiken Presbyterian Church and the community as well. She was a great lady & dear friend. I can imagine she and Dot are hand-in-hand now discussing all those good cakes and cookies they have baked over the years. For all her love of children, she has helped to make this a better world
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Betty McNeely posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Mary Ann and I shared a granddaughter, Jill and she was such a role model for her as well as others she encountered in her life. God sent me to see her in person the week before she went into the hospital for the last time and I thank Him for that. She was a true Steel Magnolia.
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Davis and Betty Shull posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Jerry, we were so sorry to hear of Mary Ann's death. We're thinking of you.
Davis and Betty Shull
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Natasha posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Sid, Hannah and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mary Ann's passing. I know what a great lady she was and what she ment to your family. I guess heaven has another angel. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Thinking of you,
Natasha
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Jesse Sellers posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your lose.
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John Tillman posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Kyle,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Our prayers are with you and your family.
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Jeff Finkelstein posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of grief.
Jeff Finkelstein and Chrisanne Archey
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Kim McNeely Fulcher posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
"Iâ??ll show up and take care of you as I promised and bring you back home. I know what Iâ??m doing. I have it all planned outâ??plans to take care of you, not abandon you, plans to give you the future you hope for." Jeremiah 29:11
Saturday afternoon, in the same hospital where two of her grandchildren came into the world and breathed their first breath, Mary Ann Swing, quietly left this world and the family that she loved with her entire heart.
Around that same time, I sat weeping in our guest room as I went through a bag of our daughter's long ago outgrown clothes, gently folding those I could not give away, including many that were created with Mary Ann's loving hands. These one of a kind garments were created by her to clothe Jill, then later Anna, Abigail and our Allie. I was always glad to brag on Mary Ann's talent in her sewing room and was always eager to taste and enjoy where she truly created at her best, in her kitchen.
When we first moved to Aiken, none of us dreamed that a huge part of our future family would be living at the entrance to our neighborhood. As I had sleepovers with my friend Michelle Dabolt, I didn't know that Jill's future grandparents lived next door. And I never knew that the union of Debi and Jeff and his adoption of Jill would bring us all into the Swing family where we would be welcomed so warmly.
As I have gotten older, I have changed my mind about those who leave this world and go to another. I used to grieve with as much intensity as I loved that person. Now, as the people I say goodbye to are leaving a world that confuses and upsets me, I find that I am happy for them. Mary Ann leaves behind an illness on Earth that she never let stop her from living and loving life. She now walks with God free from pain. She has reunited with her parents and her brother and others she lost. She has a peace that passes understanding and I have a peace that she is no longer lying in a hospital bed, but is now the angel whose name I know. In heaven's kitchen, she is most definitely on staff.
Mary Ann, I can't thank you enough for being such a fine example of what a mother should be and how a Southern woman should behave. I would say that she was someone who was never afraid to let her hair down, except that she always had her hair down. She would greet you at her door in bare feet, apron wrapped around her and a cold drink pressed into your hand before you ever took a seat. You could lose hours sitting in her den talking to her, with Jerry sitting there taking it all in.
Jerry, Jeff, Kyle and Sid, you were so lucky to share a home with this woman for so many years and be the absolute center of her life. Her wisdom is sprinkled all over you and her grandchildren, in laws, family and friends. We are all better for having her in our lives and knowing the words that came from that sweet Southern voice of hers, the one thing I will miss most.
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Harry Hayes posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
To the Swing Family,
We wish to extend our condolence during your time of bereavement. We pray that the God of all comfort is always present as He promises to be with us to the end of the age.
Harry & Jackie Hayes
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Karen Erikson posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
Jeff and Family,
Mark and I are sadden to hear about the loss of your mother. May God be with you all. If there is any thing we can do, please don't hesitate to call us.
Mark and Karen Erikson
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Lisa Caldwell posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
May you be comforted by fond memories of your loved during this difficult time...with deepest sympathy, Lisa Caldwell
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Andrea Ridge posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
My sincere sympathy to you and your
family. Mary Ann was my youngest son's kindergarten director and he
loved her so much. My family has
attended church with the family for
many years. I am sure that Mary Ann is leading the choir of angels today. She was a loving and caring person who left such a positive attitude with all people that she dealt with. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family in the days to come.
In His Love,
Andrea Ridge
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Sid posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
Hey Mom,
Now that you and Melissa are in Heaven together watching over me, I guess I better straighten out. I guarantee you one thing; our little girl will be well protected for as long as I take a breath on this earth. I've made a pact with Brian to ensure we take care of our little ladies. You and Dad are my best friends and I will always remember the bond money I owe you! I love you and assure you I will not dissapoint you. I still cherish the bible verse you shared with me when I was in my time of trouble. You truly are the best. You and Dad saved so many kids and still had time to save your own. I'm not that sharp on quoting verses, but I think there's one that says as a parent, you are responsible for leading your children to Christ. From our many conversations, I think you know you have done your job. I love you and will make sure I keep Dad straight...or maybe it's the other way around. Watch over the children, especially Brian's. Hey, thanks again for sewing that vintage Harley patch on my shirt. Only you and I will ever know where that rip came from that you fixed. I love you Mom. Sid
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Kathy Harden Moseley posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
Dear Swing Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Swing was such a special lady and meant so much to my mother. When my husband was a small child, Mrs. Swing was the only one that his mother could leave him with. Ron would go to nobody but ....Mrs.Swing...What a wonderful lady. She will be missed. God bless you all. In his name. Ron and Kathy Harden Moseley
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Steve & Lyn Ridlehoover and Family posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you. May God comfort you at this time.
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Kenneth & Estelle Ellis posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
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Julia Pierce Prisco posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
Sid:
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She was a very special lady and will be missed by many. Your parents made the greatest day of my life all the better with their fantastic catering 12 years ago. In many ways, your mother touched the lives of so many people - she made a big difference. God Bless you and your entire family at this time. Remember that though she is not with you in body any longer, she will forever be with you in spirit until you are together again.
God Bless,
Julia and Glenn Prisco
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Marianne and Jim Harden posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
With love to our dearest, dearest friend. We will greatly miss you. Love Marianne and Jim Harden
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Lynn Randall Stock posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about your loss! I have many wonderful memories of the 10 years that I spent with your family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers today and always. May God bless and comfort you.
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Curt St.Germaine posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
Mr Swing,I am truely sorry for your loss. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know.
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Judy Sanders posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
My prayers are with the family and my love for the family.
Love,
Judy Sanders
Oakwood-Windsor Elementary
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Linda Gracey posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
What a wonderful lady. Ms.Mary will surely be missed. I am very sorry for your loss and I will keep your family in my prayers. Our loss ,but heavens gain!
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Dotty Clamp Nix posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
Dear Jerry and children,
We were so sorry of hear of Mary Ann's death. I have so many fond memories of our days in school and my mother Aunt Aggie picking her up from those one and two o'clock in the morning band trips. Of course, we enjoyed many "sleep overs", also. She was so much fun to be around.
Love and prayers,
Dotty Nix
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dotty nix posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
Dear Jerry,
Love and sympathy to you and the family.
Bea Clamp
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Steve Byrnes posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
We share your grief and offer our prayers that you will all get through this difficult time. We did not have the privilige of knowing Mary Ann personally but we know Kyle and his family. Through them it is easy to see her life was well spent loving and caring for others and she was blessed with a loving family. We'll pray for God to give you strength to endure your loss and console you as you grieve.
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Judy Chambliss posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
To Mrs.Swings Family,
I had the pleasure of meeting MaryAnn, when I took care of her mother at Hitchcock Assistant Living.She was one of the sweetest people I ever met.Her along with her husband and her sister,left a deep impact on my heart. They showed me how family should be.Mary Ann was strong when she needed to be but always loving.I will never forget her.Never.I want you all to know my prayers are with you always and that I'm deeply sorry for your lost.
May God always be with you all,and strengthen and keep you close to him
Love
Judy M Chambliss
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Anita Jefferson posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
Mr.Swing, sorry for the loss of your wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Dave Schmidt posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2007
Kyle,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She is at peace now and lives both in heaven and in the memories that you will cherish. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Brian Bernard posted a condolence
Sunday, July 29, 2007
Jerry, Sid, Kyle, Jeff,
my heart is broken for you and i'll weep with you for the passing of mrs. swing. jerry, many years ago you and mrs. swing always made me feel welcome in your home and even on family vacations. the love i felt and witnessed has made a lasting impression on my life. one i will continue with my children and their friends.i was blessed to have known mrs. swing.
your family will be in my prayers. i love you guys.
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