It is with profound sorrow, yet humble submission to the will of Almighty God, we announce the earthly transition of Ms. Coleen Louise Swann of Valdosta.
Ms. Swann was born on April 20, 1966, and departed this life unexpectedly at her home on May 31, 2026, at the age of 60 years.
Coleen was born on April 20, 1966, to Charles Langley and Diana Gene Thigpen Cole in Alton, IL. She was an avid reader, especially of mystery novels. She loved to work outdoors mowing yards. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved anything to do with Native Americans. She would always be fashionably late to any type of event. She also enjoyed talking on the phone with her family. Most of all, she loved her husband. She is preceded in death by her son, John Lindon Swann and daughter, Nola Swann.
Survivors include her husband of 19 years, David Swann, Sr. of Valdosta, GA; children, David Swann, Jr of Valdosta, GA, Jennifer LeBlanc of Marrero, LA, Elizabeth Taylor of Tyler, TX, Korey Booth of Lake Park, GA, Diana Vereakis (Thomas) of Nashville, GA, Heather Motos (Sam) of DeFuniak Springs, FL, Justin Wyke (Hannah) of Ty Ty, GA, Kayla Connell (Nick) of Nashville, GA and Susan Swann of Donaldson, GA; 36 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.
While her physical presence will be greatly missed, her legacy of faith, love, resilience, and family unity will continue to inspire generations to come.
Public Viewing: Sunday, June 7, 2026, from 4PM - 6PM from the Masonic Temple, 1650 River Street, Valdosta, GA.
Graveside Committal Services will be held on Monday, June 8, 2026, at Hickory Grove Cemetery.
The family respectfully asks for your continued prayers, love, and support during this difficult time of bereavement.
Harrington Funeral Home, Inc. is pleased and honored to serve the Swann Family with dignity, compassion, and professional care during their time of loss.
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." — Psalm 34:18 (NIV)
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I just learned and I am so sorry. Our friendship will always be just beautiful at all the great memories. I will lift the family up in prayers. I love you my Sassy- sarcastic wonderful amazing soul. We will always remain soul sistas. I am truly sad for earths angel now flys high. ❤️🙏🏻☕️
For David I can't imagine what you are going through right now but I know one who does. To the children, grandchildren, and precious great grandchildren I love all of you may the Lord I serve look down upon you all with tender mercy and grace to strive to one day be together in heaven someday when it's your time to go. I love cuz so much and we would have long talks on the phone seem like for hours sometimes, but it was wonderful fellowship. I had with cuz I'll greatly miss her. She was a joy to be around and she always let you know how much you truly meant to her she will be greatly missed by all that knew her.
David I am sad to hear about Coleen my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time
It is with the heaviest of heart I remember one of the truest kindest of anyone I've ever known.I will miss our talks. We could always share what at times we couldn't with others. I love you Sis. Ill miss you.Your Sister Ninnie.
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