Bob L. Swearengin died on June 4, 2014 at the age of 95. He was born in Sparks, Ok, November 26, 1918. Bob has been living at the Southwestern Louisiana War Veteran's home in Jennings, La. He was preceded in death by his wife Leola Swearengin; they were married 68 years. He also served with US Army in WWII (1941-1945) with the 1-41 Artillery Unit of New Orleans National Guard. He served in the Africa/Italy Campaign and after the war he settled in Del City, OK. He worked for Tinker AFB for over 40 years in the B-52 section. After retiring he became a Master Gardener and taught gardening at OSU Extension, plus volunteered at the Oklahoma Extension. Farming was his passion and was always wanted to share his knowledge. We asked him once if we had ever taught him anything he did not know? Without hesitation he said, "No". He was very active with the Southern Baptist Church in Del City. He has four surviving children, Bobbie Winkles, LA; Kathy Upchurch, AZ; Kris Fisher (John), TX; Mike Swearengin (Joy), AZ. 8 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and 8 great- great-grandchildren, 2 brothers, Bill and Don Swearengin. The funeral is at Bill Eisenhour Northeast Chapel, 8805 NE 23rd St. Oklahoma City, Ok. 73141 on Thursday, June 12, 2014 at 11:00 a.m with Military Honors following the service. Burial will follow in Arlington Memory Gardens, Midwest City, OK. In lieu of flowers spend time with a Veteran or donate to your favorite Charity. Friends and Family will gather at Don's Alley, 4601 SE 29th at Del City, Ok 73115 on Wednesday, June 13, 2013 from 5-8 p.m. and following services on Thursday.Arrangements under the direction of Bill Eisenhour Funeral Home, Oklahoma City, OK.
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