Gerald D. Swaim

April 1, 1937 ~ July 8, 2025
Born in:
Ordway, Colorado
Resided in:
Hughes Springs, Texas
Gerald was a devoted grandfather who lit up around his grandchildren and never passed up a chance to lend a helping hand. His kindness, steady presence, and gentle humor will be missed deeply by those who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lizzie Swaim; his parents; and his siblings: Billy Swaim, Patricia Buckner, Georgia Harrison, Jimmy Swaim, and Richard Swaim.
He is survived by his daughters, Christie Byrd and husband Jimmy of Daingerfield, and Kim Sweeten of Hughes Springs; grandchildren, Hailey (Byrd) Hanna and husband Dylan of DeKalb, Texas, and Shane Taylor and Kristian Manley of Hughes Springs; sister, Lola Stalcup and husband Jimmy of Atlanta, Texas; several great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family who will cherish his memory..
Mr. Swaim will be laid to rest beside his wife at Dennis Cemetery in a private family service. Arrangements entrusted to Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Hughes Springs.
Services

Love you Uncle Buddy, you will be missed. Give Aunt Lizzie a hug for us all.
Prayers for the Family, I always remember him being a quiet one but always smiling.