Dale E. Swaney, 75, of Warren, PA., died Tuesday morning, April 22, 2025, at UPMC Hamot Medical Center, Erie, PA., after a brief illness.
Dale was born on July 11, 1949, in Meadville, PA. He was the son of William J. and Georgianna Poux Swaney.
Dale was a 1967 graduate of Westmont Hilltop High School, Johnstown, PA. He then went into the U.S. Navy, where he served as a Navy Aviation Electronic Technician, from 1968-1972. After his Navy service, he returned to Warren, PA., where he was employed with Penelec and worked security at United Refining Company.
Dale was a member of the Warren American Legion Post 135, Kalbfus Rod & Gun Club. Dale was a real gun enthusiast. He enjoyed hunting and was a huge Star Trak Fan. Dale enjoyed visiting with friends and was a real fixture, eating at the Plaza Restaurant every day, where the staff catered to his every need.
He is survived by his 6 siblings – Brian Swaney, Joyce (Stephen) Puleo, Garret Swaney, all of Warren, PA., Bill (Rita) Swaney of Youngsville, PA., Don (Debi) Swaney of Decatur, AL., Christine (Omer) Bowman of Overland Park, KA. Step-Sister – Tonia (Paul) Yaegle of Russell, PA., Step-mother – Blanche Spencer Swaney of Warren, PA., 5 Nieces – Rachel Yaegle, Catherine Swaney, Christina Williams, Carolyn Scott, Alita Swaney.
A private celebration of Dale’s life will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Thompson Hill Cemetery. Those wishing to place memorials may do so by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
Sending sympathies to Dale’s family
The Johnstown Mercy Hospital class of ’73 ( of which Dale’s sister Joyce was a member) sends it’s sympathy to the Swaney family. We had contact with the strongly-knit Swaneys during their Johnstown years. We are sending heartfelt thoughts and prayers to Joyce & the family as they cope with Dale’s passing.
I remember meeting Dale a few times, years ago, at a family gathering at Tonia and Paul’s place. I remember he always had a ready smile and was kind and friendly. Prayers and thoughts to his family. May wonderful memories of good times give you comfort and peace.