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David Swope Obituary
David Swope, 80, of North Baltimore, passed away at 9:42 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, at Blanchard Valley Hospital, Findlay. He was born July 10, 1942, in North Baltimore, to the late Millard and Ruth (Jeffery) Swope. He married Helen Oler on January 23, 1964, and she survives.
David is survived by four children, Shawyn (Dennis) Miller of North Baltimore, Melissa (Bradley) Betts of Pataskala, Susan (Brian) Fleck of North Baltimore, and Michael (Holli) Swope of Van Buren; grandchildren, Stephanie (Joshua) Fleckner, Ashley (Corey) Povenmire, Christopher (Megan) Betts, Haleigh Fleck, Kelsea Betts, Madison Swope, Hunter Fleck, and Dalton Swope; two great-grandchildren, Kora Fleckner and Jackson Povenmire; and sister, Patty Krontz of Ottawa.
David worked in construction early in life. He then began his employment at Hancock Wood Electric and retired after 41 years. He loved antique guns, learning about historical events, flea markets, spending time with his family, watching his grandchildren play sports, and playing with his four cats.
David's funeral will be 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 7, 2022, at SMITH-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, North Baltimore. Visitation will be 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Memorial contribuitons may be made to Hancock County Humane Society or Wood County Humane Society. Online condolences may be expressed at www.smithcrates.com.
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Tim and Julia Roberts
October 6, 2022
So very sorry for your loss!
My prayers and condolences to Helen and the entire family!
God Bless !
Melinda Thornhill
October 4, 2022
My condolences to you Helen and to the family of David, prayers for peace at this hard time.
Kristen Doan
October 4, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. I am so very sorry for your loss, you're heavy on my mind and heart.
Jennifer Neipp
October 4, 2022
Sending lots of hugs and prayers for your family during this difficult time.
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