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Obituary For Betty J. Swinton
Betty Jean Swinton was born on July 10, 1948, in Lane, South Carolina to John Davis and Mariah “Curly” Davis.
Betty attended C. E. Murray High School in Greeleyville, South Carolina.
She was a faithful member of Lighthouse Church of Jesus for 48 plus years, until her health declined. During that time, she served on the Mother Board, Pastoral Aid Committee, Missionary Board, and Usher Board and served as the General Church Secretary, Local Church Secretary, and Church Head Cook. She was a member of the Lighthouse Church of
Jesus Organization.
Betty was employed with Square D Company, Swinton Brothers Concrete as the Officer Administrator, Home Shopping Network, Clearwater Comprehensive Middle School, and Directions for Mental Health. She was a Child Care Provider and Homemaker.
Sister Betty’s passion for serving the Lord, willingness to help others, legendary homecooked meals, love for baking, care for children, love for spending time with family and friends, and her affectionate smile will be
greatly missed by all.
Sister Betty Jean Swinton departed this earthly life on Monday, May 29, 2023, in Clearwater, Florida.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Mariah “Curly” Davis, father, John Davis, brothers, Samuel Davis, Sr. and James Davis and sisters, Jannie Mae Garrett, Essie Lee Major, and Dorothy Davis.
She leaves cherished memories to…
Her husband of 57 years (plus five years of courtship): Sam Swinton, Sr.
Son: Sam Swinton, Jr.
Daughters: Ella Swinton and Cassie Swinton
Brother: Bishop Moses Davis (Evangeline) of Norfolk, VA
Sister: Bernice Willis of Norfolk, VA
Grandchildren: Ashely, Tierra, Ariel (Tevin), Arbriel (Vince), Chauncey, Kiyana, Ciera, Jedidah, and Gabriel “Bubba”
Granddog: Moana Lee
10 great-grandchildren
Son-in-love: Ensign Litteton
Brothers-in-law: John Swinton, Sr. and Willie Swinton, Sr.
Sisters-in-law: Mary Hamlet and Inetha Lowery
Godchildren: Michele Rayner-Goolsby, Paulette Jerry, Laron Walls, Eugene “Panicake” Triplett, and Diamond Chisholm
A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends
Public Viewing: Thursday, June 8, 2023, 6:00 PM-8:00 PM at The New Destiny Worship Center 2110 N. Hercules Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33763.
A Life Celebration will be Friday, June 9, 2023, at 11:00 AM at The New Destiny Worship Center 2110 N. Hercules Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33763 with a
Arrangements Entrusted to Smith-Young Funeral Home & Cremation Services.
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Bernice Cowart sent Living Spirit Dishgarden for Betty J. Swinton - June 07, 2023
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Dear Swinton family I share my memories of love coming from aunt Betty and uncle Sam when they allowed me to live with them after I graduated from high school. You both had a heart of gold and mostly showed the love of God in your hearts. Aunt Betty is with Jesus now and will always be in my heart ❤️ I pray that the God of all comfort strengthens you all. Love Violet Davis-Edwards
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I am still speechless. But I am leaning on His word and His word is True. He will never leave nor forsake us. He is our Strong Tower. He is our leaning post. He is our Comforter. So God I'm pleading on behalf of my family. We need you more now than we ever did before. Strengthen the family as we say "see you on the other shore" to Auntie Betty. We love you and you will be deeply missed. -Terina, Emie and Katelyn Hamlet
Rest in Paradise Mother Betty Swinton. I love you. My Condolences to the family and Deacon Sam Swinton.
Love always,
Nicholas - Nick Benjamin
Denver,Colorado
What a wonderful wonen of God. Will truly be missed. Prayers going up for the Swinton family!!
Elder& Sis. Felix Richardson
Sending my condolences to Mr. Sam Swinton and family on the loss of your beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. Mrs. Betty will truly be missed. I pray God continue to comfort your heart during this most difficult time. Bettina Parker and Family
Will truly miss the wonderful chats we had every Tuesday's. God bless the Swinton family, you are in my prayers!!!
Sis.Essie Jones
Sis. Betty Swinton would always greet you with that beautiful smile. To her Husband Deacon Sam,her children and grandchildren we know this is unbelievably hard but we know God will grant his strength peace and comfort to get you all through this difficult time. We know because of the life she lived she is resting in the arms of the Lord. Please know our prayers are with you all...love The Dash,Wade and Jones family.
R.i.p.my beautiful auntie for the family be strong God have your back peace be with you all family love always Bernice and Judge
My condolences to you and your family may God restore and strengthen the family as time goes on. Rev. Claretta Swinton-Brinkley & Family
I will miss you and your hugs ,your smile words of encouragement to stay in the church. You were a sweet , faithful, loving woman of God. Shirley Rayner Tapia and family.
Swinton Family and all your family and friends,
My sincere condolences to all. A beautiful woman of God inside and out. Aunt Betty beautiful precious smile will be missed. A smile that lit up a room. Memories will always be cherished.
Respectfully, Barbara Swinton & Family
To,Swinton & Families My heart and soul bleed for you all. To hear of the News of my favorite Auntie Betty Swinton,on May 29,2023 GOD received a Angel and Auntie Betty received her wings,Heaven is rejoicing FLY on Auntie Betty we will meet again. Love your Niece Victoria Major & Zakina Connor Reidsville N.C.27320
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
