David Charles Swofford
March 26, 1954 ~ September 5, 2018
David C. Swofford, age 64, of Greenville, IL passed away Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL. Burial will be held at a later date.
David was born March 26, 1954 in Highland, IL to Robert Charles and Donna Mae (Sugg) Swofford . He married Joyce Natalie Core July 4, 1989 at her parents' home, Hillcrest Farms, in Pocahontas, IL. He is survived by his wife; daughters: Casey (Don) Bassford, Auburn, IL and Lacey (Michael) Sonderegger, Edwardsville, IL; a sister, Barbara Swofford, Highland, IL; and four grandchildren: Emersyn and Jaelyn Bassford and Noelle and Maezy Sonderegger.
He was preceded death by his parents and a brother, Thomas Charles Swofford.
He grew up in Pocahontas, IL and attended Pocahontas grade school and graduated from Bond County Community Unit #2 in 1972. He graduated from SIU-E with a degree in teaching. He worked for Ameren as a technician and was a strong advocate and supporter for the Laborer's Union.
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My condolences and sympathy to Joyce and David's family at this difficult time. He will be remembered with love and respect. Becky Randant Tyberendt
Joyce, I'm so sorry to hear about Dave. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We all have SO many great memories about Dave! I didn't know he was sick. I wish he could've won his fight. Love & prayers, Carol Wasmuth
Joyce, I am so sorry to hear about Dave. He was a great guy, always had time to talk with anybody, had a great sense of humor . he was a good friend and will be missed. I am so sorry for you and your family's loss. Terry Burke
In memory of Dave Swofford – one of the good guys. Dear Joyce, I am so very sorry for your loss. I knew Dave in high school and considered him a friend. He had a quick wit, he was kind and he respected girls. I can only imagine what a fine man he was. You and yours are in my thoughts and prayers. Molly Martin
Dave was one of the best men of all times, always a kind word,and genuinely interested in you and how you are. Married to one of the best women of all times. So sorry to hear this news. I am working in Iowa and don't know if I can get there for the funeral, but I want you to know that I send my prayers and thoughts to you all.