Bryan L. Swezey, age 81, of Richmond, OH, died at home Wednesday, July 15, 2020. He was born January 30, 1939, in Greenville, PA, a son of Harry G. and Roberta E. (Crum) Swezey. A lifetime area resident Mr. Swezey also resided in Manteca, California for 6 years. He was a veteran having served in the U.S. Army. He was employed by Rockwell International Brake in Saybrook, OH, for 15 years, and then for 6 years by Parker Hanifin in Andover where he retired from. Mr. Swezey had his pilot license and belonged to the EAA flying club in Greenville, PA; and was a member of the Legal Eagle Organization. He enjoyed stargazing at night and tinkering with building airplanes. He enjoyed his many trips to Osh Kosh, Wisconsin, where he witnessed various fly-ins. He is survived by companion, Bernice Link of Linesville, PA; 2 sons, Bryan G. (Megan) Swezey, Sr. of Andover, OH, and Charles Lee Swezey of Andover, OH, his daughter, Loretta (Terry) Heath of Jefferson,OH; 7 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; 2 brothers, Norman J. (Yvonne) Swezey of Geneva,OH, and Harry A. "Hank" (Lucy) Swezey of Andover,OH; 5 sisters, Roberta C. (Robert) Crooks of Williamsfield,OH, Kathryn J. (John) Anthe of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, Lou Ann (Bruce) Chapman of Delaware, OH, Martha E. Cole of Bradenton, FL, and Mary S. Pontoni of Jefferson,OH; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Eugene B. Swezey. A private celebration of life will be held. Memorial contributions may be made to Baumgardner Funeral & Cremation Service, PO Box 1450,Andover, OH 44003. Those wishing to share a fond memory or condolence may visit www.baumgardnerfuneralhomes.com
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