In Memory Of
Donald J. Swanton
1931
2020
Donald J. Swanton
August 9, 1931 — November 30, 2020
Donald Swanton passed away Monday, November 30, 2020 at Wyoming Medical Center in Casper surrounded by his family.
Born August 9, 1931 in Casper, He was the son of William J. and Nora J. (Tobin) Swanton, Irish immigrants, who were pioneer sheep ranchers in Casper. He was preceded in death by his parents, and was the last survivor in a family of seven children.
He served four years in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Don graduated from St. Anthony's School, Natrona County High School, Casper College, and the University of Wyoming with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Law.
Don met and married his wife, Wanda Yohe Swanton in 1959 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church. For 26 years he was employed at First Interstate Bank in the Trust Division. He is survived by his beloved wife, Wanda (Yohe) Swanton; daughter, Mary Swanton; and son, Tom (Lori) Swanton.
A rosary vigil will be recited at 5:00 PM, Friday, Dec. 11, 2020 at Newcomer Casper Chapel. A funeral mass will be 10:00 AM, Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Private burial services will be held at Highland Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice in Don's memory.
To leave a special message for Don's family, please visit www.NewcomerCasper.com
Born August 9, 1931 in Casper, He was the son of William J. and Nora J. (Tobin) Swanton, Irish immigrants, who were pioneer sheep ranchers in Casper. He was preceded in death by his parents, and was the last survivor in a family of seven children.
He served four years in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Don graduated from St. Anthony's School, Natrona County High School, Casper College, and the University of Wyoming with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Law.
Don met and married his wife, Wanda Yohe Swanton in 1959 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church. For 26 years he was employed at First Interstate Bank in the Trust Division. He is survived by his beloved wife, Wanda (Yohe) Swanton; daughter, Mary Swanton; and son, Tom (Lori) Swanton.
A rosary vigil will be recited at 5:00 PM, Friday, Dec. 11, 2020 at Newcomer Casper Chapel. A funeral mass will be 10:00 AM, Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Private burial services will be held at Highland Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice in Don's memory.
To leave a special message for Don's family, please visit www.NewcomerCasper.com
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Donald J. Swanton, please visit our flower store.
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Friday, December 11, 2020
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Saturday, December 12, 2020
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