Robert Martin “Bob” Swain, age 61, of Helena passed away Thursday morning December 25, 2014 of a heart attack. Bob was born in Helena, Montana on July 22, 1953 to Fred and Virginia Swain. He spent most of his life in Helena. He attended grade school and graduated from Helena High.
He enlisted in the United States Navy and served on the USS Midway during the Vietnam War. Bob was very proud of his service to our country. He liked to get with other veterans and share stories about their time in the military. He also liked to do volunteer work at Ft. Harrison helping other veterans.
After his service in the Navy, Bob worked in Superior, Mt for Diamond International. He worked as a boiler operator for many years there. When the mill closed down, he moved back to Helena. He worked for the Helena School District and several other local businesses.
Bob was a story teller; he loved sharing the many stories with others of life and life experiences. He touched many lives by his simple lifestyle. He will be missed by his good friends. Bob also enjoyed being in the mountains and outdoors of Montana. He always looked forward to going to Jerry Creek. It’s a piece of land that our family owns just south of Butte, MT. He liked to fish and shoot firearms when we would stay there. Bob was preceded in death by his father Fred W. Swain. He is survived by his mother, Virginia; son, William; grandson, Matthew; brothers, Ken (Cindy Donovan) and Ed Swain and former wife Arlene and many nieces nephews and friends.
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Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday January 2, 2015
St. John's Lutheran Church
1100 Helena Avenue
Helena, Montana 59601
Reception
Immediately following the Memorial Service
Friday January 2, 2015
Lower level of the church
1100 Helena Avenue
Helena, Montana 59601
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Mike Nelson says
Virginia, Ken and Ed I’m sorry for your loss .
Diane Pedersen says
Ken, Cindy and family:
I was sorry to learn of the passing of you brother. I know the pain and sadness of losing a loved one so suddenly. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. God Bless you all. Diane
flossie shaw says
Ken and family
Sorry to hear of your brother’s passing. Thoughts and prayers are being sent your way.
Tina Wickersheim Longmire says
Virginia,
I am so sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shauna Longmire says
Virginia, Ken, Ed and families,
I am so sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time sad time. May you find comfort knowing that Bob is at peace and resting with God.
Barry and Anne Stine says
Dear Bill and family,
We were so saddened to hear of the loss of your father. Please know that our prayers are with you and your entire family. We wish we were closer but know that our hearts will be with you.
Brian Hawkins says
Bill,
Im sorry for your loss buddy I wish i was closer to at least hang out during this hard time but just know your in my thoughts and if you need me you know how to get ahold of me.
George Nelson says
I am sorry for your loss Ginny, Ken, Ed. I have so many memories of Bob, growing up on 9th Ave with your family. I remember how Bob would always be our “umpire” calling balls and strikes for our neighborhood whiffle ball games. He sure enjoyed doing that (even though we usually disagreed with his calls). 🙂
Gretchen says
Bob’s death is unbelievable! Our families’ lives are so entwined….So many memories… I am grateful for our years together on 9th avenue. God bless you, Ginny, Ken and Ed. Hang in there!
Love,
Gretchen
Mike and Colleen McCarthy says
Virginia, Ken and Ed,
I am so sad to hear of Bob’s passing. Like George, I have such great memories of Bob and the neighborhood. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please call if there is anything we can do to assist.
With love and prayer,
Colleen and Mike
james, mae watson says
we are so sorry for your loss, he will be missed, prayers
Eileen Eastman says
So sorry to hear about Bob’s passing. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.