In Remembrance Of
Donald Swanstone
Donald Swanstone, Sr., 85, of Dearborn, MO passed away Thursday, June 23, 2016.
He was born on March 12, 1931 to Lewis Raymond and Helen Corrine (Wainscott) Swanstone in Midway, MO where he grew up and attended school. He then served his country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict.
On September 1, 1950 he was united in marriage to Charlotte Maxine Roberts. After their marriage they lived in Dearborn where they made their home. Charlotte passed away on March 25, 2006.
Donald was a self-employed carpenter and painter along with his father. They built several tobacco barns. He also was a camp ranger for Winding River Girl Scout camp in Dearborn for 19 years. Donald enjoyed watching his son, grandsons and great-granddaughter play basketball and was an avid collector of hit and miss gas engines.
He was also preceded in death by his parents.
Donald is survived by his son, Donald Swanstone, Jr., two grandsons, Raymond Swanstone and wife, Sarah, and Jason Swanstone, all of Dearborn; great-grandchildren Ava and Calvin; other relatives and many friends.
Funeral Service: 2:00 p.m. Monday June 27th at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.
Burial: Dearborn Cemetery, Dearborn, MO
Visitation: 6:00-8:00 p.m. Sunday, June 26th at the funeral home.
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Michelle Alsbury
Ray & family – I'm so sorry for your loss. Rest assured your grandpa is in the loving hands of our heavenly Father. I work with Ray and he delights in telling stories involving his grandfather and I enjoy hearing them. The photo you've posted of Donald Sr. is a great picture as you can see the twinkle in his eyes as well as see the fun/funny sense of humor on his face. What a wonderful memory to have. Ray, you and your entire family are in my prayers. ~Michelle Alsbury~
John mabus
Sorry for ur loss
Pam (Pinkerton) Gagnon
I hope that our Lord brings you and your family the much needed comfort and peace during this sad time. My condolences to you and your family..
The Morey's
RIP Mr Swanstone You are loved by many and will be missed
Richard Swank
Donald and Raymond,Condolences from all of us at Swank Motorsports. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Julie Brookover
Love and Prayers to you all from Grandma Dixie, Julie and Carol Brookover