BORN

1936

DIED

2017

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737 Chenango Street

Port Dickinson, New York

Barbara Swenton Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 23, 2017.

Barbara M. Swenton, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, of Harpursville, NY, went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 21, 2017. Born in Binghamton, NY on August 28, 1936, she was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, Joseph W. Swenton and her parents, Clarence R. and Evelyn M. (Pomeroy) Tiel. She is survived by her son Joseph M. and Debra Swenton, Owego, NY; daughters Linda and Lynn Saxton, Walworth, NY, Susan and Kevin Boyce, Binghamton, NY, and Karen and John Sokol, Newark Valley, NY; grandchildren Carrie and Jason Luke, David Swenton, Steven and Jason Saxton, Kara Boyce-Anisimov and Daniel Anisimov, Kristopher Boyce, and Briana and Nathan Sokol; great grandchildren, Abigail, Patrick, and Kellen Luke; a brother, Richard and Dorcas Tiel, Mt. Vernon, WA, a sister, Esther Tiel, Lakeland, FL, a sister-in-law Carole and Michael Matiko, Duryea, PA as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Barbara worked in manufacturing and retired from Gagne, Inc. after 25 years. More recently, she worked as a caregiver for Home Instead. She was a member of Binghamton First Church of the Nazarene and of the Women's Auxiliary at the Sanitaria Springs Fire Department. She cherished her family. True to her vibrant spirit, she enjoyed gardening, bird watching, ceramics, crocheting and sports-Go Bills and Yankees! She was also an avid reader, puzzler and game player, especially Jeopardy. Her family extends their heartfelt thanks to the many caregivers who attended to her needs during her extended illness, especially the staff at Vestal Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sanitaria Springs Fire Department or Binghamton First Church of the Nazarene. She will be greatly missed by her family and all who knew and loved her

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February 26, 2017

Bill and Liz Cline

Dear Sue, Kevin, Kara and Kris,
Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Barb was such a blessing to our church. She had such a sweet spirit and smile. Wish we could be there.
Love to all

February 24, 2017

Lynette Sheckler

Dick and Esther, Sorry to learn of the loss of your sister. Thoughts and prayers to you and all your family.

February 24, 2017

Rick & Marsha Roe

Dear Sue and Family ~ we are so sorry about the loss of your dear Mom. We hope you find comfort in many treasured memories and knowing that she is at peace, safely home watching over all of you.

February 24, 2017

Dear Sue, Kevin, Kara and Kristopher,

My sincerest sympathies go out to your family on the loss of your dearest Mother and Grandmother.

Love to all,
Beth Nowak

February 24, 2017

bob Irwin

To Joe Swenton and all of the family I send my condolences on the passing of Barbara. I am sorry for your loss. RIP, Barbara.

February 24, 2017

JANE MASTRONARDI

TO ALL THE FAMILY OF BARBARA SWENTON, AND ESPECIALLY SUE AND KEVIN, I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR MOM'S PASSING. SHE HAS BEEN DEALING WITH THAT DREADED DISEASE FOR SOME TIME AND NOW IS OUT OF HER SUFFERING - YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS - JANE MASTRONARDI

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