Frank L Swingle

Frank L Swingle, age 82 of Jackson, Ohio passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on May 21, 1942 in Jackson to the late Otis and Pauline Swingle. Frank was a proud lifelong member of the Jackson community, where his passion for local traditions and people left a lasting legacy. He became a downtown icon, as he worked for 37 years at City Loan & Savings where he ultimately found himself in management. From here - A devoted supporter of the Jackson Ironmen, his commitment to the team led him to start the Player of the Week program in 1992 originally sponsored by City Loan Financial - highlighting and encouraging young athletes in the spirit of excellence. He would personally talk to the team to present this award and leave them with words of encouragement. he never missed a single football game with special friends: JJ Hale, Billy Kimble, Sonny Harless and Bob Ridge. The “round table club” as some would like to describe them. He was a devoted sports fan, basketball, baseball, you name it he played it well. But his love for football extended beyond high school, after countless offers from many great schools his heart led him to Marshall University as a freshman. Later in life he transferred to the University of Rio Grande obtaining his Associates degree in Business. Frank, loyal Cleveland Browns fan, always found joy in cheering on his team, win or lose. He had found peace and pride in the simple pleasures of life. But above all, Frank considered his greatest accomplishment to be his family. He was a loving husband, a devoted father, and a proud grandfather and great-grandfather. His legacy lives on through the lives he touched and the values he instilled in all who knew him. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Linda Swingle; his children, Shannon Swingle of Jackson and TJ (Jill) Conger of Columbus, Ohio; grandchildren, Emily (Garret) McDaniel, Abigail Conger, and Matthew Conger; great grandchildren, Hardy and Averie McDaniel; beloved dog, Bernie; as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Frank is preceded in death by his siblings, Jim (Betty) Swingle, Shirley (Jim) Priest, and Kenny (Barb) Swingle. A celebration of life will be held from 2-6pm on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at the Elks Lodge in Jackson. A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Mayhew-Brown Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Frank Swingle Memorial Scholarship, C/O the Jackson City Schools at the treasury office at 500 Vaughn Street, Jackson, Ohio 45640. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mayhew-brownfuneralhome.com.

Frank L Swingle

May 21, 1942 - May 1, 2025