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Bertha Joyce Swindell

Passed 05/17/2026

Obituary For Bertha Joyce Swindell

Bertha Joyce Swindell, 74, of New Bern was called to rest Sunday, May 17, 2026.

Her Service is 1:00 PM, Sunday, May 24, 2026 at Oscar's Memorial Chapel. The Interment will follow at New Bern Memorial Cemetery.

Viewing hours are Friday from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 3:00PM

She is survived by her three daughters, Linda Swindell Carter (John), Greensboro, NC, Semoine Swindell Fisher (David), Greensboro, NC and Rhonda Swindell McDaniel (Jeremy), Greensboro, NC; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; three sisters, Gloria Swindell Brooks (George),New Bern, NC, Valerie Brooks, Cleveland, OH, Shelia Hyman (Bruce) Worcester, MA; four brothers, Charles Swindell Jr., Clayton, NC, Richard Swindell (Lori), Brooklyn, NY, Robert Swindell, New Bern, NC, Walter Thomas Swindell (Inger), Greensboro, NC; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.


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My sincere Condolences to the Swindell Family 🙏 ❤️

Felicia George- Green

To the Swindell Family, I want to extend my heartfelt condolences to you during this difficult time. Please know that my thoughts are with you, and I am holding your family close in my heart. Wishing you strength, comfort, and peace. With deepest sympathy, The Smith Family

The Smith Family

My condolences to the Family sending comfort and love ; Gloria Brooks and love ones ; Charlene D Canady

Charlene Canady

To the Swindell family: My sincere condolences, I know there is no words that can fill the Sudden loss of Bert, I pray God will give you comfort during this time of loss. Deepest sympathy.

lchill2001@yahoo.com

I am sadden to learn of the transitioning of Bertha Swindell, known affectionally in the community as Bert. If you did not want to know the truth don't ask Bert; she was always honest and frank.To family, you have my sincere condolences.

Robert G. Raynor, Jr.

My sincere condolences to the Swindell family. May the peace of God be with you all in this most difficult time. I will keep you in my prayers.

Brenda Rogers

Deepest Sympathy to the Family. Bert will be truly missed! Sincerely, Michele

Michele Amos

My dear friend Gloria (Van) I'm am so sorry to hear about your sister Bert, always remember, some bonds can never be broken, even by death, because a sister is a forever kind of love, and I know no words can take away this kind of deep pain, but may caring friends, loving memories, help you through the days ahead."with love always

Hermine Ernul Lovick Virginia Beach, Va

Hermine Ernul Lovick

My condolences to Mrs. Rhonda Swindell McDaniel. My heart goes out to you and your family. Never met you in person, or your mom. Me being a mom and still have mine It has to be hard. The light that will shine over you are your angels. They will guide you through this grieving process here today, every day.

Rhonda Dixon

To The Swindell Family Rhonda, you have Our Deepest Sympathy! We are tremendously saddened for your loss. The memory of your mother will give you comfort, and her legacy live through you all! Unfortunately, we will not be able to attend the funeral, but know we are there with you in the spirit. Pastor Willie & Rosa Johnson, Sr. Charlotte, N. C. Rodney & Shadonna Gunn Family Burlington, N. C.

Rosa Johnson

Fam, Our heartfelt condolences with God's Blessings. Love Y'all Much, Barbara Hawkins Perry, Donnica & D'Onnica Perry !!! Also Including, Eugene Carpenter (Barbara's Brother)!

Barbara Hawkins Perry

To the Swindell family, you all have my heart felt sympathy and condolences in the ye passing of your love one. W will continue to keep you all lifted in our prayers. Thomas and Susan Mayfield Barber

Susan M-Barber

Our deepest sadness and condolences are with the family in the passing of your love one Bert she will be greatly missed 🙏🕊️🌹 Bonnie Woods and Family

Bonnie Woods

My deepest sympathy during this difficult time, may faith, family and friends bring you peace

Willie E Starks

Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Bert will be missed. May she Rest in Heavenly Peace 🙏

Mike and Joan Sidberry

Family Sorry for your lost,Bertha had smile that would light up the world,she would do anything anything for her family and friends she will be missed,Come On,Rest My Cuz,Love you,Tater

octavialawsonz@gmail.com

Bertha, O Bert, how saddened we are to have learned of your passing into peace. You have been a joyful and kind friend to many of us you have left behind. You are now resting in peace. May the True God of Peace keep his promises to you in the resurrection back to life to rejoin your family, your friends, and acquaintances in the promised New World.

Bert, O Bertha, how saddened I am to learn of your passing. You will be deeply missed. I too join yo

MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY, ESPECIALLY MY CLASSMATE GLORIA. MAY THE GOD OF ALL COMFORTS, COMFORT YOUR HEARTS AND GRANT YOU PEACE DURING YOUR TIME OF GRIEF.

PAT (JONES) SCOTT

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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