Boyd Keith Swecker, 83, of Harrisonburg, died Nov. 13, 2008, at his home.

Mr. Swecker was born Oct. 11, 1925, in Spring Creek, Va., and was the son of the late Georgie Swecker Taylor.

Mr. Swecker graduated from North River High School in 1943 and served in the U.S. Navy in the South Pacific during WWII.

Mr. Swecker worked for Schewels Furniture Store for 45 years and worked part time for the Harrisonburg Transportation Department for 25 years before his retirement. He was a member of the Westside Baptist Church and Rion Bowman Post 632, where he was past commander. Mr. Swecker said that “The proudest day of my life was when my two sons stood side by side and enlisted in the Army and swore to protect our country.”

On Dec. 10, 1949, he married Eloise Smith Gallahan Swecker, who survives. He is also survived by two sons, three daughters, four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Larry K. Swecker and wife, Lisa, and Bradley B. Swecker and son, Preston Swecker, all of Harrisonburg; three daughters, Jayne Gallahan Griggs and husband, Tom, Harrisonburg, Jayne’s son, Heath Pence and wife, Brandy, Cheryl Yager and husband, John, Ruckersville and their daughter, Sarah Yager, Joni Swecker, Harrisonburg and her godson, Austin Hansbrough; two great-grandsons, Jordan R. Pence and his mother, Kim, Ethan Pence and his mother, Ashley; one brother, Lloyd Swecker and fiancée, Mabel Whetzel, Spring Creek; and a special daughter-in-law, Lorie Conner, Staunton. Mr. Swecker was preceded in death by two brothers, David E. Taylor and Samuel F. Taylor.

A memorial service will be held 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2008, at the Kyger Funeral Home Chapel in Harrisonburg with the Rev. Murphy Terry, the Rev. Richard Vaught and the Rev. David Burch officiating. The family will receive friends 6-7 p.m. Wednesday and following the service at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to RMH Hospice, 235 Cantrell Ave., Harrisonburg, VA 22801, or the Vision of Hope U.M.C. Building Fund, 1723 Port Republic Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801, or a charity of choice.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kygers.com.

	1. 17-11-2008 11:32
	We are very sorry to hear of Boyd's passing. We learned to know Boyd when he started traveling with us on our Nascar race trips. He was always so very polite and appreciative for getting him and his travel buddy Stanley to each event. A true gentleman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

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	2. 18-11-2008 19:54
	We are sorry for the loss of your love one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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	3. 18-11-2008 23:11
	I am so sorry to hear of Boyd\'s passing. I remember fondly the times I was a live -in babysitter/helper for Eloise and Boyd when the boys were but \'wee ones\'. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

MaryAnn Rexrode

	4. 06-12-2008 21:07
	I recently heard of your dads passing. I am so very sorry. I didnt know at the time of his death because I would have liked to attend the services. Your dad was a great person. I know he will be missed. Again Im so sorry to hear of his death. I hope with the help of family and friends it makes this easier.

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