Mrs. Ethel M. Swindle passed away Wednesday at St. Francis Hospital at the blessed age of 91.
A native of Eufaula, AL. and the daughter of the late Thomas and Rosie Randle Brown, Mrs. Swindle had resided in Columbus most of her life and retired from the Dietary Department of Muscogee County School District, her last tenure being at Benning Hills Elementary School. She was a devout member of Galilee Baptist Church, serving as Vice-President of the Deaconess Ministry and a member of the Mission Ministry. She also was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star.
Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Willie J. Swindle, Sr. and three sons, Willie J. Swindle, Jr., Frank L. Swindle and Robert L. Swindle.
Survivors include her loving children, Archie Swindle(Brenda), Dena Carter, Betty Fardella(Sam), Patricia Daniel, Robert Swindle(Regina), Ethel Wynn(Columbus) and Thomas Swindle; two brothers, Jimmy L. Gordy(Jean) and R.C. Hawkins; three sisters, Lula B. Gordy, Eva M. Respress and Mary L. Pearson(Robert); 41 grandchildren, several great and great-great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Mrs. Swindle will be laid to rest at Evergreen Memorial Park on Wednesday, July 15 2020 during a Eleven O’clock AM Graveside service, officiated by Pastor Thaddeus Spencer.
Visitation is 1:00 til 4:00 P.M. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Progressive Funeral Home, Inc.
I'm going to miss you so much grandma. I'll forever cherish the memories. Continue resting peacefully ,until we meet again. Love Pelica, Andy, and Andy Jr
My Condolences to the Family of Mrs. Ethel Swindle - what a beautiful Angel she was, A woman that loved THE LORD - she and my mother were the best of friends. Make you rest in the arms of the LORD
When we leave this earth, the love that we given and received remains behind, to light the lives of those we touched.
Each memory a candle burning bright, wishing you comfort in knowing how brightly Love shine on.
With Heartfelt Sympathy
Mrs. Barbara A. Swindle-Still PittsburghPA
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Ms. Marian J. Swindle Pittsburgh PA
Grandmother you lived a bless life 91 long years I am going to truly miss you. You taught me everything I needed to know in life. You had a heart of gold you would give your last as well as the shirt off your back you was a woman of god. You love to sing one more time lord one more time. Grandma I miss you soooooo much no more pain no more hurting
I am going to miss you so much
condolences and love goes out to the family. Love, Joan Walton and Family