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In Loving Memory
Claud R Swisher
12/27/1919
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1/4/2010
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Claud R. Swisher, age 90 of South 3rd St. Shippenville, died 1/4/10 at the Clarion Hospital. Born in Niles, OH on 12/27/19. Father-Claude E. Swisher, mother-Pearl Black Swisher, both preceded him in death.
He was married to Anne Reidy in Philadelphia on 4/25/42 and she preceded him in death on 9/14/02.
He retired from the Marine Corps July 31, 1961 with the rank of Major. He held every rank from Private to Major. He enlisted 1/3/40 and served in WW2 in the following campaigns in the South Pacific: Bougainville, Consolidation of the Northern Solomon’s, Guam, Iwo Jima. He received the Presidential Unit Citation, Navy Unit Citation, Good Conduct Medial, Pre-Pearl Harbor Medal, Asia Pacific Theater with Four Stars, American Theater Medal, WW11 Victory Medal, National Defense Service Medal and Combat Action Ribbon.
Mr. Swisher was a member of the American Legion, life member of the VFW and Marine Corps League and the Retried Officers Association.
He also worked 15 years at Clarion Univ in charge of Services Division.
Survivors, 1 daughter, Claudia Ann and her husband David Hartsell of Hubbard, OH, 3-grand children, David R. Hartsell Jr and wife Suzie, Michael Hartsell and companion Michael Swan and Regina Anne Harris and friend Charlie Westfall of Great Valley, NY, 3-great great grandchildren, Olivia and Madison Harris and Giulianna Hartsell. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and one sister, Margaret Baughman.
Visitation will be held on Thursday from 2-4, 7-9 at the Goble Funeral Home & Crematory in Clarion where funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Friday. Entombment will follow in the Immaculate Conception Cemetery.
Full Military Honors will be given prior the funeral by the Clarion American Legion Post 66.
On line condolences may be expressed by going to www.goblefh.net.
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From:
Scott and Dina Hinote
St. Petersburg
Florida
Relationship:
Friends
We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your family memeber. Although we did not know Mr. Swisher personally his grandson (Mike) is a dear friend of our family. Our prayers are with the Swisher family.
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1/7/2010
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From:
Claire and Ray Tatlow
Ambler
Pa
Relationship:
niece
Our thoughts are with you today, it is so hard to say goodbye to our dear parents. We all have wonderful memories to comfort us. Uncle Claud is with Aunt Anne, Uncle Bill, Aunt Ginny, Aunt Marie,Uncle Bud, Aunt Clare and Aunt Rita. AND you know they are telling those hunting stories again! Love to all of you! Wish we could be with you and hope to see everyone soon.
Sent:
1/7/2010
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From:
Bryant Santini
Chandler
Arizona
Relationship:
Friend of my Father
Swisher family; I can recall a number of times my dad and I would spend time with Claud. He was without a doubt a great friend to my dad. As I recall, he was a kind person who took great pride in his work and family. I am so happy he lived such a long wonderful life. My deepest condolences to you all. God bless.
Sent:
1/8/2010
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From:
Joseph J Reidy
Philadelphia
PA
Relationship:
Nephew
Claudia & Family,
Sorry to hear about Uncle Claud
He was a great person. i have geat memories of your mom & dad coming up to clarion to visit.When i a younster i would send a care packages to uncle Claud so he would have something to eat.I know he's not suffering any more he's now at peace. He's up in heaven with aunt Ann,my parents, all of our Aunts and Uncles. Claudia my prayers are with you at this time. I know it's not easy losing a loved one. Hang in there Cousin. Take Care, Joe Reidy Philadelphia,PA
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1/8/2010
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From:
Fred Ansick
Clifton
Virginia
Relationship:
Supervisor at Clarion University
I worked for Claude as a new college freshman in 1973/74. He took me under his wing and was more a father figure in my first year of college then he was a boss. It was a pleasure working for him and even more an honor listening to his war stories. I had a chance to visit with him a few years back and enjoyed reminiscing. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Sent:
1/11/2010
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