Anthony Swindle

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Anthony Swindle

1920-2017

 

Graveside service for Anthony L. "Tony" Swindle was held Thursday, March 2, 2017 at Haven of Memories in Canton with Bro. Don Crisp Teague officiating.

He went home to be with the Lord on Feb. 26, 2017 in Kemp.

He was born on Feb.16, 1920 in the Wise Community of Van Zandt County.

He was in the Engineering Division of the U. S. Army and served during World War II. He worked for Exxon Oil Co. for 30 years in Louisiana. In retirement, Tony enjoyed fishing and loved to travel. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Mabank.

He is survived by his wife, Jackie Crisp Swindle of Kaufman; son, Michael and Linda Swindle of Hanover, Pa.; brother, Lavon and Floye Swindle of Cedar Creek; sister, Betty Smith of Arkansas; granddaughter, Charlotte Atkins; grandson, Patrick Swindle and great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Morice Swindle and parents, Ernest and Birdie Jane Swindle.

In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to your favorite charity.