Steven L. Swallow
June 1, 1945 ~ June 11, 2016
Steven L. Swallow, 71, Mooresville, passed away suddenly June 11, 2016, during his semi-annual trip to Friendship, Indiana. Steve was born June 1, 1945, in Indianapolis, to the late William and Helen (Phillips) Swallow.
He graduated from Southport High School in 1964 and continued his education to become a master electrician. He was the owner and operator of Spectrum Electric for more than twenty years. Steve was the ultimate outdoorsman, hunting everything from mushrooms to gold to animals in season. He also loved to fish. A longtime member of the NRA and the National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association, he was a National Champion Muzzle Loader and also taught many scouts how to shoot through the years. An excellent cook, Steve loved to cook for family and friends. He was known for excellent barbeque sauce, jams, lasagna, and pies.
Always generous with his time, Steve was an accomplished handy man who could oftentimes be found fixing something for one of his daughters. He enjoyed playing cards - bridge and cribbage. He loved college sports and never missed an opportunity to cheer on his grandchildren in their various sporting events. Steve volunteered with Meals on Wheels and also liked a good book. An avid race fan, he had not missed an Indy 500 race in over 30 years. Above all, Steve will be remembered for his love for family. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, and grandfather who will be fondly remembered.
Survivors include his wife, Nancy (Adams) Swallow, to whom he was united in marriage December 18, 1965; daugthers, Stacy Opp of Mooresville, Marcy Huntwork (Brad) of Terre Haute, Abby Nagy (Brian) of Plainfield; sister, Andrea Keech (Richard) of Indianapolis, and William R. Swallow (Carole) of Bloomington; grandchildren, William Opp, Emily Huntwork, Sam Huntwork, Jack Nagy, and Ben Nagy.
Friends and family will gather on Saturday, June 18, 2016, 4 to 6 p.m. in the chapel at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Muzzle Loaders Rifle Association Youth Range, PO Box 67, Friendship, Indiana 47021. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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This is sad to hear. May your good memories give you comfort. –Nina Langley
The Swallow family were my neighbors for over 30 years. Steve and Nancy were basically my surrogate parents. I loved all the crazy things Steve would do like pan for gold in the backyard, practice hatchet throwing, and make his own bullets. I was completely fascinated with his stuffed squirrel and deer head as a kid along with his trips to hunt and fish in Canada. I could always count on him for hunting and fishing advice as well as needing to borrow some sort of tool at least once a week, lol! He was the Mountain Man Next Door and I admired him for it. The story of my life was made more interesting by his presence in it. He was quite the character and I will not forget him easily. He probably never knew the impression he made on me, but we were always too busy talking about important outdoors stuff to have that mushy conversation 🙂 I’m sad that he’s not with us anymore, but I’m glad he was with friends doing what he loved when his number came up. Most of us won’t get to go out that way. I will not say RIP because I don’t think that’s what he’d want. Instead I raise a toast and say thank you for the memories Steve, you were one of a kind! Love, light, and healing to Nancy, Stacy, Marcy, Abby, their significant others, and Steve’s grandchildren. We are ask here for you. ♡~L
Nancy, You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss. Marlene, Rick and Ryan Gentry
So sorry to hear this. Prayers and comfort for the family.
Nancy, so very sorry to hear this news. Praying you are able to find peace in the strength and comfort of God’s loving arms. ~Lori Ferryman
Nancy & family, we are so sorry for your loss. But please know that caring compassionate thoughts and prayers are with you and may you find comfort in the memories of your heart. Deepest Sympathy, the Fishero Family.
Prayers being lifted up for peace and comfort.
Nancy and Family — Prayers for your peace during this time. The DePoy Family
Oh. Nancy! I was shocked to hear of Steve’s passing! Sudden is very difficult; but lingering is no picnic, either. Sending hugs & asking for His Peace & Comfort to envelope you & your girls in the coming days…..
Dear sweet Nancy! I am so very sorry for the sudden loss of Steve. It is like going down the highway 100 miles an hour and then hitting a wall….nothing is ever the same. But you, my dear, are an angel of peace and encouragement to so many. I can only imagine you married a man much the same! So I celebrate that he is At The Party~! But I pray that God strengthens you as you face this terrible time. May the love of family and the prayers of many lighten the journey ever so slightly!
We are so very sorry for your loss. We will continue to keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. I can only imagine the celebration he is now receiving.
We are very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. The Browns, Rick, Mary Beth, Conor, and Caitlin
Thoughts and prayers from Tim and Bev Viles. We are so sorry for your loss!
Nancy, Terry and I just wanted to extend our sympathies to you and your family for the loss of your husband. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Terry and Cherall Humble
Nancy, My deepest sympathies for your sudden loss. I hope you and your family will find peace and strength with God’s love. Nancy Wheeler
Andrea and Richard, we share your loss. Words cannot express how deeply hurt yoou both must be at this time. Having read his obituary it is apparent he was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed his life. GOD made sure that Steve was doing what he loved when he called him home.
Nancy and Family, I was so sorry to hear of Steve’s sudden passing. You have my deepest sympathy. May God bless you, keep you in his care, and help you find comfort and strength. Treasure the memories. Much love to you all.
We both could not believe what happened to you when we got the Information on Monday. Although we only met us once or sometimes twice a year in Friendship, I have to say that I lost one of my best friends. Rest in peace, Steve. You will be in my heart forever. Ben and Helmut Germany
Nancy and Family, I started praying for you as soon as I became aware of your big life challenge due to your sudden loss. (we were traveling). There are not right words for such a time as this, but know that we lift you up to our Lord for all you need as you journey through shock and grief. HE, Jesus, is enough to sustain you. Shalom, Don and Vicki McGavran
Dear Nancy and family, Dennis and I were so sorry to read the sad news. Dennis has so many memories of Steve going way back and we both fondly remember Steve standing up at our wedding. Words almost fail us, but please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and will be for a long, long time. Peace, Dennis and Cary Raesner
Dear Nancy, I’m so very sorry to hear of Steve passing so suddenly. I remember ‘ all those years ago’ when you met him. Please know you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers Bonnie Hutchinson Gearlds