Paul Raymond Swain Jr.

1937 - 2017

Paul Raymond Swain Jr. obituary, 1937-2017, Denton, NC

BORN

1937

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Thomasville Funeral Home

18 Randolph Street

Thomasville, North Carolina

Paul Swain Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 10, 2017.

Paul Raymond "PR" Swain, Jr., 79, resident of Denton, passed away Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at the Hinkle Hospice House.
PR was born on December 19, 1937 in Wilkes County, NC, a son to the late Paul Raymond Swain, Sr. and Hazel Dunlap Swain. He was of the Baptist faith and faithfully served his country in the United States Army. One of his greatest passions was buying and selling things. He enjoyed going to yard sales, auctions, and being a vendor at the flea market.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Steve Swain.
Surviving are his significant other and caregiver, Opal Shuler of the home; children, Sandy Swain of Winston-Salem, Susan Pegram (Eddie) of Pfafftown, Shawn Swain of Winston-Salem, and Leroy Swain (Halie) of Albemarle; five grandchildren, Henry Williams, Jr., Alydia Swain, Richard Swain, Michael Swain, and Levi Swain; and great grandson, Damien Williams.
Visitation will be held from 12 pm until 1 pm Saturday, August 12, 2017 at Thomasville Funeral Home. A graveside service will immediately follow the visitation at Holly Hill Memorial Park Cemetery with military honors provided by the Randolph County Honor Guard.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Hospice of Davidson County, 200 Hospice Way, Lexington, NC 27292.
Thomasville Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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October 5, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

September 1, 2017

Betty Lewis

So sorry to hear about P.R. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

August 13, 2017

Tena Noel

Dear Susan, Sandy, and Shawn, I hope you can find comfort in knowing, that by Jesus dying on the cross, he made a way for those of us who believe to have ever lasting life. I know that God has welcomed your father with open arms and he is now home. May God's peace be with you all. We love you.

August 13, 2017

Linda Cannada

So sorry to hear about Paul. I met him through my parents. They used to flea market with him and Opal. Such a sweet man and loved to cut up and have a good time. Always a smile on his face. Prayers for the family during this time. If you need anything Opal just give us a call.

August 12, 2017

Christy Grabus

Sandy, Your father was a great man who loved you dearly. I feel blessed to have met him. Sending prayers for you and your family for strength and peace.

August 11, 2017

Carolyn Rice

Sandy: Prayers for peace and comfort during this most difficult time. Carolyn Rice

August 10, 2017

Angie (Davis) Fansler

Shawn, Susan, Sandy, and Family:
Sincerely hoping this brings comfort to your minds & hearts!

God needed an angel and he chose your Dad,
He wants you to be happy and never sad,
God needed an angel to finish a road,
He chose your Dad to lighten the load.
...He was just on loan for a little while,
and then God came back to get his child.
He was sent here to do his Father's will,
and now his charge has been fulfilled.
He'll never have to suffer anymore,
for that angel you call Daddy,
just entered into heaven's door!
So never worry and never fear,
Daddy will always love you, always be near
so never, ever worry or fret,
for the God we love and serve
has never made any mistakes!

My deepest sympathy & heartfelt prayers,

August 10, 2017

My prayers are lifting up for all of you, Shawn I my heart is with you sweetie.....my deepest condolences, Shae Gross

August 10, 2017

Tina Clement

Sorry for your loss, prayers for the family.

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