James Ronald Swafford Obituary
We bid farewell to James Ronald Swafford of Pittsburg, Kansas, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on June 4, 2025 at the age of 90. James touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Ronald Swafford to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact James had on those he encountered along his journey. Though James may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harold Swafford and Dorothy Swafford (Stefan). He is survived by: his wife Virginia Rider (Swafford) of Pittsburg, KS; his children, James G. Swafford of Scottsdale, AZ, Cathleen Rhodes of Scottsdale, AZ and David Swafford of Seattle, WA; his grandson Ryder Swafford of Seattle, WA; and his siblings, Patrick Swafford of Phoenix, AZ and Suzanne Ecke of Cottonwood, AZ..
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 30th 2025 at 1:30 PM at the Fort Scott National Cemetery (900 N National Ave, Fort Scott, KS 66701). A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, July 30th 2025 at 4:00 PM at the Crestwood Country Club (304 W Crestview Ave, Pittsburg, KS 66762).
Memorial donations can be made to St. Joseph Indian School in Chamberlin, SD or Girard Medical Center in Girard, KS.
