Artie Richard Swonger
1932 - 2015
Obituary
Artie Richard Swonger, 83, of Newton
Kansas died on Monday November 2, 2015. He was born in Pratt, Kansas
to Pearl and Artie Swonger on July 18, 1932.
Artie met Mary Evans in Meade, KS and
they were married on September 14, 1952 in Clayton, New Mexico. Artie
served in the Army during the Korean War. The couple settled down in
Newton, KS where they raised their children, Sue and Keith Swonger.
During his employment for over 30 years at Southwestern Bell
Telephone Company, he attended Wichita State University and earned a
Bachelor Degree in Electronic Engineering. During his studies, he was
recognized as the top student. Family was important to Artie, and he
should be remembered as someone who truly loved life. He enjoyed
building and flying model airplanes, and fishing. He was also a
member of the NRA, and the Newton Aviation Club.
He is survived by wife, Mary Swonger;
son Keith (Cindy) Swonger; daughter, Sue (Steve) Copeland; three
grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held at
10:00 a.m., Saturday November 7, 2015 at Petersen Funeral Home in
Newton. Memorials donations may be made to Caring Hands Humane
Society of Newton. Condolences may be left at
www.petersenfamilyfuneralhome.com
