Carl Edward Swift, 72, passed over on Friday, September 10 ^th at home with his children by his side.  He was born on October 10, 1948 to Edward Swift and Bertha Perry Swift-Chaplin.  He grew up alongside his 6 brothers and 3 sisters in Mount Morris, New York; Gary Swift, Lyle Swift (dec), Keith Swift, Roger Swift, Edward Swift, Robert Swift (dec). Barb Sica (dec) Linda Peri, and Cindy Wedekind.  Carl had been a resident of Hampton, VA since 1968 when serving in the Air Force from 1968-1975, where he proudly served in Thailand during the Vietnam war and again later in the Army from 1980-1982.  Thereafter, he worked civil service on jet engines and cross country truck driving until retirement.

Carl loved his wife and family beyond measure, his loyal k-9's, and football. He always left an impression with those along his path, a laugh and smile with his unique sense of humor.  He was a warrior, generous giver to those in need, true to his journey, and a selfless spirit.  There are no words to describe how his presence will be missed, but there is strength and comfort in honoring him - knowing his peace.

Carl was preceded in death by his wife Cheryl Tringle – Swift, his son Timothy Michael Swift, two grandsons, Timothy (Drew) and Austin Swift, and daughter in-law Cindy Swift.   He is survived by his daughter; Trina Swift-Bryant and her husband Robert L Bryant, grandsons, Robert (Allen) Bryant (Megan), Jesse Bryant, Steven Bryant (Emily), and son David (Tony) Swift; wife Tamara and grandson, Matthew Swift and many loved relatives, nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home on Thursday, September 16, 2021 from 1-2PM. A funeral service will follow at 2PM with interment after in Hampton Memorial Gardens with military honors. A reception will follow and the interment and be announced at the service.

The family requests flowers or donations to the Animal Aid Society, Hampton or the American Cancer Society.