Lonnie Swafford

Walhalla – Lonnie William Swafford, 62, passed away December 12th, 2020 at Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital.

 

Born in Oconee County, he was the son of the late William L. Swafford and Beulah Bryant Swafford of Westminster. Lonnie retired from Clemson University as a mechanic, he enjoyed dancing, where he opened a dance hall in Clemson, “CU Dance”, and was of the Church of God Faith.

 

In addition to his mother, Beulah Swafford, Lonnie is survived by his companion of 16 years, BJ Armstrong; his brother, Roger “Dean” Swafford (Donna); sister, Dorothy Davis (Ed); nephews, John Davis, Cody Swafford, Cory Swafford; great niece, Hailey Swafford; adopted grandson, Tyler Simpson; and his fur baby Susie.

 

In addition to his father, Lonnie is preceded in death by his twin brother, Donnie Swafford; and a nephew, Russell Davis.

 

A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm, Friday, December 18th, 2020 at Sandifer Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Double Springs Methodist Church Cemetery in Mountain Rest. The family will receive friends 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, Friday, December 18th, 2020, at Sandifer Funeral Home prior to the service.  Due to the Covid-19 pandemic and concerns for the health of family and friends, Lonnie’s family ask that all who attend the visitation and service please wear face masks and practice social distancing.

 

The family is at their respective homes. Flowers are accepted or memorial’s can be made to, Shriners Hospital for Children, 950 West Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605 or Oconee County Humane Society, PO Box 966, West Union, SC 29696. A message of condolence may be written to the family by visiting www.sandiferfuneralhome.com