Donald J. Swift
RIXFORD, PA---Donald J. Swift, 75, of Rixford, passed away Thursday, October 25, 2012 at the Pavilion of Bradford Regional Medical Center, Bradford after a long illness.
Born November 5, 1935 in Rixford, he was a son of James and Marie Kellogg Swift.
Mr. Swift attended school in Rixford and Farmers Valley. He was the owner and operator of Donald Swift Trucking. A lifelong area resident, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. His greatest love was his grandchildren.
Surviving are his longtime companion, Marilyn R. Skillman of Rixford; several children; a brother, James Swift of Bradford; and a sister, Mildred Hurd of Bradford; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Swift was predeceased by a sister, Thelma Soules.
At Mr. Swift’s request, there will be no public visitation or funeral services. A memorial service will be held at a time and place to be announced. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Shinglehouse.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Community Nurses’ Hospice, Bradford or to the McKean County SPCA.