Howard D. Swango

Howard Dale Swango, 58, of Bloomington, IN went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, December 14, 2011, after dying peacefully in his sleep at his home. Howard is survived by his wife of 27 years, Marietta (Inskeep) Swango of Bloomington, IN; his two children, Kelli (Matt) Jacobs of Bentonville, AR, and son Paul Swango of Bloomington, IN; his parents, Lloyd and Joyce Swango of Bloomington, IN; sister-in-law and brother-in-law(known as Mamaw and Papaw by Howard and Marietta's children), Carol (Inskeep) and Larry Abraham of Bloomington, Indiana ; sisters Sara Swango of Bedford, IN, Beth Swango of Bloomington, IN and Linnie (Luke) Howard of West Fork, AR, and brother Brent Swango of Bloomington, IN; nephews Michael Dockery of Plainfield, IN, Patrick Swango of Dearborn, MI, Logan Swango of Bloomington, IN, Toby Finley of Bloomington, IN and Brent Lloyd Howard Swango of Paoli, Indiana. Howard loved Jesus Christ the Lord and was gifted with a beautiful singing voice which he used to lead the congregational singing at Bridge Church of Christ, Unionville, IN, where enjoyed Bible study, fellowship and attended regularly for many years (he was a member of North Central Church of Christ and enjoyed fellowship there also). He loved to sing and share his faith and was frequently asked to sing for wedding and funeral ceremonies. A guest at his home would, more than likely, become a part of a songfest after Howard picked up his guitar and Marietta distributed the hymnals…Glory Hallelujah! Howard was a cherished husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend. He was a devoted father who, along with Marietta, provided thoughtful, interactive time to rear their children, which resulted in two magnificent adult children. Howard's warm, gentle manner, humor and wise counsel will be greatly missed by those who had the privilege of knowing him. Howard was employed at Indiana University in the School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA). He was formerly employed as a sheet-metal worker and was a member of the Monroe County Farm Bureau. Howard's family would like to sincerely convey their heartfelt gratitude to their friends and family for the overwhelming expressions of sympathy and support. Friends may call at Allen Funeral Home 4155 S. Old St. Rd. 37 in Bloomington from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. SaturdayDec.17th. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home at 2:00 p.m. Saturday followed by burial at Carmichael Cemetery in Greene County; IN. Memorial donations may be made to charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.allenfuneralhome.org. Read Complete Obituary

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Howard D. Swango

November 6, 1953 - December 14, 2011