Richard Lee Swiney, 70 of Nickelsville, VA passed away Monday, May 29, 2017 at his residence. Richard was born May 28, 1947 at Breaks, VA to the late Ray Swiney and Lummie Skeens Swiney. Besides his parents, Richard was preceded in death by three brothers, Gene Swiney, Barney Ray Swiney & Larry Swiney and one sister, Verna Hay. Richard is survived by his the love of his life and lifelong friend, Linda Maggard; two brothers, James Luke Swiney of Clincho, VA & Gary “Shotgun” Swiney of Dante, VA and one sister, Ettia Fay Doughtry of Hurley, VA; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation will be from 6-10PM Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at the Bailey Funeral Home Chapel with the funeral service to be conducted that evening at 7PM by James David Swiney. Burial will be Thursday, June 1, 2017 at the Parrigan Cemetery, Clinchco, VA.
My sincere condolences to your family. You are not alone during this time of great loss. The one who gave life to all living creatures is certainly capable of restoring life to someone who has died. Psalms 83:18 he is identified as the Creator of life. God has resurrected humans in the past on earth through his son Jesus Christ and he is eager to do it again. John 11:29-44. He even refers to death an enemy, 1 Corinthians 15:26. So take comfort in these scripture, for you are not alone.