{"id":46609,"date":"2025-01-17T16:32:37","date_gmt":"2025-01-17T21:32:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.westbendnews.net\/autonews\/?p=46609"},"modified":"2025-01-20T08:52:42","modified_gmt":"2025-01-20T13:52:42","slug":"michael-a-swing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.westbendnews.net\/autonews\/michael-a-swing\/","title":{"rendered":"Michael A. Swing"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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HICKSVILLE, OH:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Michael A. Swing<\/strong>, 84, of Hicksville, formerly of Harlan, passed away January 16, 2025 at his home surrounded by family. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Michael was born in Harlan on June 11, 1940, a son of the late Doris (Powell) & Joseph Swing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Michael grew up deeply connected to his community and school in the Harlan area, often saying, “Harlan is home, Hicksville is just where I live.” He served six years in the National Guard, and worked as a machinist at Zollner Pistons for many years. On October 2, 1970, Michael married Carla, the love of his life, and together they built a beautiful family over more than 50 years. In his free time, he enjoyed bowling, golfing\u2014he was the oldest and longest member at Pond-a-River Golf Course\u2014and fishing, particularly on trips to Minnesota. A lover of good food, he passed his sweet tooth on to his children and grandchildren. Michael was a passionate fan of the New York Yankees and IU basketball and was an active member of the Harlan United Methodist Church. Above all, he will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, always there for his family, never missing a game or event. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He will be sadly missed by his wife, Carla (Conner); children, Casie (Reggie Hammond) Swing, Michelle (Terry Dysinger) Swing, & Teri (Troy) Ritschard; siblings, Ralph Swing & Alan (Vickie) Sears; grandchildren, Colton, Dana, Breanna, Brennan, Zach, Seth, Chelsey, Taylor, Chance, Josh, & Alex; 14 great grandchildren; cousins, Sam & Jim Dix, & Suzy Sargent  & beloved dog, Sammy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Michael was preceded in death by his brother, Norman Swing; Aunt Edie & Uncle Dave Dix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visitation is Tuesday, January 21st from 4-7 PM at Harlan United Methodist Church, 16434 IN-37, Harlan, IN 46743.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Service will be Wednesday, January 22nd, at 10:30 AM with visitation one hour prior at the church. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Memorials are to Elara Caring Hospice or Harlan UMC. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fond memories may be shared at dooleyfuneralhome.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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