Ernest Price
Swinea
March 15, 1940 - February 21, 2025
Ernest Price Swinea, age 84, of Florence passed away February 21, 2025. Visitation was private at Williams Funeral Home. The graveside service will be Tuesday, February 25 at 2 pm at Bluewater Cemetery in Center Star with Austin Swinea officiating.
Serving as pallbearers are Clarence Swinea Jr., Ellis Lee Swinea Jr., Dan Taylor, Eric Blazier, Jamie Barrier, and Ricky Thigpen. Honorary pallbearers will be the Florence Fire Department.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Grady and Annie Laura Swinea; brothers, Ellis Swinea Sr., Lewis Swinea; and sister, Clara Rene Swinea.
Ernest is survived by his wife of 62 years, Lois Brannon Swinea; daughters, Sharron Chrisman and Amy Garrett (Dr. Keith Garrett). Additional survivors include brother, Clarence Swinea Sr. (Janet); grandchildren, Jordan Blazier and Alexandria Chrisman; and great-grandchildren, Baylee Blazier and James Chrisman.
Ernest enjoyed listening to southern gospel music, loved camping and treasured the friendships of fellow campers. He was a Florence fireman for 35 years. Ernest loved his family and would do anything for them. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the sparkles in his eyes.
Donations can be made to the Mid Lauderdale Volunteer Fire Department at 4500 Co Rd 47, Florence, AL 35634.
The family would like to express a very special thank you to his caregiver, Amy Ingram.
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February 25, 2025
2:00 pm
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2 Comments on “Ernest Price Swinea”
I am so very sorry for your loss Earnest was one of the best man I have ever known. Always rhere to lend a helpful hand and offered great advice. My hearts breaks for his family. Sending loving prayers for comfort.
Dear Swinea family,
I’m sorry to read of your loved one’s passing and may all find comfort in our Lord’s word during this time of sadness.
In the words of Jesus found in John 11:23-26; “Jesus said to her, “Your brother will rise again.” Martha said to Him, “I know that he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day.” Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die. Do you believe this?”.
A wonderful promise from our Lord Jesus that we can believe and have confidence in.
God’s continued blessings be upon you all.