Russell Swygman
Russell Swygman, 96, of Wolcott, passed away surrounded by family on Saturday, May 29, 2021 at White Oak Health Campus of Monticello.
He was born February 7, 1925 in Wolcott to the late Grant W. and Bessie (Kendall) Swygman. Russell was a 1943 graduate of Wolcott High School.
Russell proudly served in the United States Army 10th Mountain Division until his honorable discharge in 1946. He fought in Italy during WWII and was awarded the Bronze Star. Russell was stationed overseas as WWII ended.
His marriage was to Freida M. Smith on June 4, 1949 in Jasper County. Freida preceded him in death on August 4, 1996.
Russell was a long time member of the Wolcott American Legion Post 294, VFW, and attended Palestine Christian Church of Wolcott.
Russell grew up on the family farm in Wolcott where he would continue to farm and raise his own family. He and Freida also owned and operated Swygman Gifts & Toys traveling to local festivals and operating a small store front in Monon for over 25 years.
In his spare time while not working on the farm, Russell enjoyed wood carving and reading the Wall Street Journal daily.
Surviving are his three children, Robert (Connie) Swygman of Wolcott, Ronald (Rebecca) Swygman of Virden, IL, and Jane Stingley of West Lafayette. 6 grandchildren, Bobbi (Kirk) Denton, Kevin Swygman, Charlene Dirig, Mark Swygman, Kari Northcutt, and Randy (Karen) Swygman; 16 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Russell is also survived by his special family, Mike (Marty) Scheurich and their children, Casey and Cody.
Preceding him in death along with his wife and parents is companion, Jean Scheurich and son-in-law, Don Stingley.
Friends may call from 10 AM (EST) until the time of Funeral Service 12 PM (EST) Monday, May 31, 2021 at Foster-Clapper Funeral Home of Wolcott. Interment to follow in Wolcott Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made in Russell’s name to a charity of your choice.
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