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Jewel Swint Obituary

Jewel Ann Swint
age 52, of Canton, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, July 27, 2011. She was born Sept. 19, 1958, in Canton, Ohio. Jewel was a loveable, gentle, and thoughtful person. She touched everyone who knew her with her kind words and her wonderful smile to warm your heart. Jewel loved and enjoyed her family dearly. Jewel enjoyed watching movies, bike riding, playing volleyball, eating good food, and shopping. Jewel graduated from McKinley High School, the class of 1976. Jewel was employed by Stark County District Library in the book mobile department for 14 1/2 years. She enjoyed working at the library. Jewel was a member of Pentecost Temple COGIC for over 45 years where she was a devoted testimonial leader of the church.
Jewel was preceded in death by her father, James Swint; a sister, Lenora Lucius; and three brothers, Fredrick, Edward, and Timothy Swint. Jewel is survived by her mother, Gloria Swint of Canton; a loving and caring son, Andrew J. Hamilton; three brothers, Eugene Swint of Charlotte, N.C., Alexander Swint, Jonathan (Tammi) Swint, all of Canton; one sister, Zipporah (Sam) Robinson, all of Canton; two sisters-in-law, Veronica Swint and Roberta Swint, all of Canton; .and a host of nieces, great-nieces, nephews and great-nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, step children and dear and loving friends, also her beloved pets, Tiger and Sweetie.
The funeral services will be Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2011, held at Pentecost Temple COGIC, 718 Henrietta Ave NE Canton, Ohio 44704. Calling hours are one hour before service and service at 12 noon. Burial services will be held at Calvary Cemetery.
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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jul. 28 to Aug. 1, 2011.

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Amy

December 1, 2025

My heart is shattered. We lost touch over time but I´ve been looking for you for years. A sweet, loving and loyal soul!! Blessed to of known her.

Bruce Williamson

August 10, 2011

You will be missed Jewel you was a very good friend at the library with your sense of humor and your nice smile RIP
Jewel and someday we will see eacg other
agsin.

Karen McLeod

August 5, 2011

To the family of Jewel, my heart goes out to all of you. Please know that God will comfort you all in this time of need. Love you all,
Karen McLeod, and family

Stacia Sheeler

August 3, 2011

To Swint and family you are in our preys Jewel is a jewel so sweet and special. she will always be that sparkling person and touching lives up in heaven as she did to so many her on earth god bless RIP Jewel.

MARK AND DEBORAH FONTES

August 3, 2011

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Pauline Dukes

August 2, 2011

To the family I pray God peace and comfort for you. Jewel was such a very nice, sweet and friendly person. I will miss her friendliness. so kind.

Desmond Jackson

August 2, 2011

To the Swint family: I am very sorry for your loss. Jewel was one of the finest of people that I've ever known and I pray that the Lord will bring a deep sense of peace to your hearts through this time.

Andre M Weir

August 2, 2011

My prayers and condolences go out to the entire Swint family. Jewel was the sweetest lady and a true child of God! She will be missed.

lakeshia roden

August 2, 2011

Jewel was my God mother and i will miss her some much she always had a smile on her face just a happy and sweet spirit person i love you n miss you

Janie Parsons

August 2, 2011

To Mother Swint & Family,
Jewel was my sister, best friend, and encourager. She never change the way she was always smiling and showing God's love. I never seen Jewel with a frown on her face, and if you were sad she would make you smile. She will be greatly missed and never ever forgotten. Lord I thank you for a friend like Jewel. Love you Jewel!!!!!!!

LaMont Jackson Sr.

August 2, 2011

To Mother Gloria Swint and family.
Being on this planet for the length of time that I have the Swint's have always been a part of my life, right there on lippert road. Such glorious times back then. Losing any of you is losing a part of myself. The name Jewel could not of been more fitting for the Queen who just recently went to be present with the Lord, she was a diamond a ruby, and gold all rolled in one. Mother Gloria, thank you and Bro James Swint for blessing us with all your children. I love you all. May God keep you and comfort you.
LaMont T. Jackson Sr.

Ina Swegheimer

August 2, 2011

To the family we are saddend to hear about Jewel. The earth has lost its Jewel but heaven has gained another Jewel, a glorified Jewel. We are praying for the peace of the family in this home going. May the Lord bless and keep you in this time of sorrow. We were at thehospital praying for her and she was prasing and giving thanks to the Lord so we know where she is be glad in that.
Dick and Ina Swegheimer

August 2, 2011

To the family of Jewel.
What a wonderful person she was. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her.I never saw her with out a smile.She was a great person.
Bob Thompson (Weatherman)
Linda Todd (Air Host)
Akron Canton Airport

Stephanie Wilcox-Arrington

August 2, 2011

To the family may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Jewell was such a wonderful person.

Zethalyn Marie Evans

August 2, 2011

Mother Swint and Family, Jesus came to heal the brokenhearted and only He can heal your sorrow over losing your loved one. My prayer is that the Lord will comfort you because He loves you and have promised you everlasting consolation and hope through His grace. Blessed be to God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; who comforts you in all your tribulations, that you may be protected from any trouble and hurt as you walk with Him, through the grief of losing your loved one, in Jesus Name I pray, Amen

Mark & Katrice Bigsbee

August 2, 2011

To the Swint family, our love and prayers are with you in this time of mourning.

Patsy Chester

August 2, 2011

To the Swint family, you all are in our prayers, we know that beautiful smile will be missed and the love she had for all people she met along the way, God bless you all. Patsy Chester and Mary Idaewor

Emily Jean Evans-Doiley

August 2, 2011

To Mother Swint & Family. I was truly sadden to hear about the death of Jewel. I remember Jewel when she was a little girl, very quiet. I grew up with Edward & Lenora. Lenora was my best friend. My family moved to Connecticut but Lenora & I still kepted in touch until her death in 1975. Just know Mother Swint that you & your family are in my prayers. I know that you know that God does not make any mistakes. For all that you've been through, you've always showed yourself strong and He will give you the strength that you need for such a time as this as well.
I love you and my prayers are with you.

Rhoden Memorial Home

August 2, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Georgia Daniels & Family

August 1, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Curtis & Tonya Wilder

August 1, 2011

Mother Swint and the entire family, we are praying for you and the family as we learned about Jewel's passing. We will miss her love, hugs and huge smile whenever we greeted one another. May our Lord comfort you with HIs peace during this time. God Bless You. Curtis and Tonya Wilder

August 1, 2011

Ashley, I'm so sorry about your loss I know were you and your family are right now being that I just lost my mother, May God Bless you and your family.

Karen Colley

August 1, 2011

I was very sadden to here about Jewel's passing. I've known Jewel for over half my life, she had a smile that would brighten up your whole day. She had a wonderful soul and a genuine heart, and I will miss her dearly. May God give the Swint Family comfort and love through these difficult time. You are forever in my prayers.

DARSHANETTE ZACHERY

August 1, 2011

WE ARE SADDEN TO HEAR OF JEWEL ANN'S PASSING.SHE WILL BE MISSED*
MAY OUR LORD BLESS & KEEP YOU DURING THIS TIME.
SCOTT & DARSHANETTE ZACHERY

cindy sistrunk brock

August 1, 2011

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Charlotte Jamerson

August 1, 2011

To Mother Swint & Family: To God be the Glory!! Jewell (what a name) All riches belong to God and we all know Jewell was one of his. She will surely be missed the radiance of love was all over this lady. Only God can comfort your hearts and he will. Always trust his word and be Blessed.
Love you family.

Sheldon Lewis

August 1, 2011

Jewel was a great person who will truly be missed. She was a good and faithful servant of GOD, who loved her family and always put GOD and family first.

Thank you to the Swint Family for sharing Jewel with all that she knew, she was truly special.

Dorothy Stevenson

August 1, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Brian Winn & Family

August 1, 2011

The Swint family,
We were so deeply sadden to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless You

Rebecca Alexander Robbins Huston

August 1, 2011

To the Swint Family
I am very saddened to hear about Jewels passing. Jewel was a classmate of mine at McKinley. She was the sweetest and nicest person I have ever known. I would look forward to seeing her at school, becuase she would help encourage me in my most toughtest moments in high school. I will never forget her, she is always in my memories. I know she is in heaven looking down on us.

Aleta Bridges

August 1, 2011

I miss you so much you've watch me grow from a small child into a young lady. You were in my life for over 15 years and I'm devastated you were taken so soon. You fought a long hard battle and you can rest now. I know that you and my dad are looking down on me...I miss you so much Jewel "mom" Rest In Peace.

Marie Morton

August 1, 2011

Psalms,116:15(Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints.Your cousin(Marie Morton(Clark)and family of God,II Timothy 4:7(Jewel fought a good fight and now is resting in complete victory!!she kept the faith,henceforth there is laid up for Jewel a Crown of Righteousness which the Lord,the Righteous Judge, shall give her at that day(at the Judgement Seat of Christ):and not to Jewel only,but unto all them also who love His (Jesus) appearidng.Your family and family of God:Larry,Marie & LaTasha Morton.

Reginald Grant

July 31, 2011

Our prayers, thoughts, and fond memories are with you all. We love you

JoAnne Grant & Family!

KYRK FREEMAN

July 31, 2011

TO THE SWINT FAMILY SOME TIMES WORDS ARE GOOD AND SOMTIMES BAD BUT GOD IS NEVER WRONG HIS WORD WILL ALWAYS ENDURE NO MATTER WHAT JEWELL IS A ANGEL THAT WAS NEEDED IN HEAVEN GOD IS PREPARING FOR MORE OF HIS ANGELS TIME IS WINDING UP BUT THE FAMILY HAS ALWAYS STOOD ON THE WORD OF GOD CONTINUE IN HIS WILL SWINT FAMILY WE LOVE YOU KYRK FREEMAN AND FAMILY

Sharon Lucas

July 31, 2011

To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die. When someone we love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure; a precious Jewell. I pray that your family finds the peace and comfort knowing Jewell is in the presence of the living God. In Jesus Name.. Amen

ROBERTA KELLY

July 30, 2011

YOU WILL BE MISSED IT HURT MY HEART TO HEAR THAT YOU ARE GONE YOU HAVE BEEN A GREAT SISTER IN LAW TO ME NO MATTER WHAT WENT ON IN MY LIFE AND I LOVE YOU FOR THAT JEWELL. ROBERTA KELLY.

gina kelly

July 30, 2011

aunt jewell u r missed greatly n loved even more

ASHLEY DEGRAFFINREED

July 30, 2011

I LOV N MISS U ALOT AUNT JEWELL N U ALWAYS B N MY HURT ITS SAD THT U R GONE BUT NEVA FORGOTTEN

Sharon Williams Davis

July 30, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

The Ruffin Family

July 29, 2011

To the Swint family,
We want to offer our condolences, and let you know that our prayers are with you. Jewell had a smile that made everyone a friend. She was always kind and encouraging. She will be missed.

Kim Davis

July 29, 2011

When I was told this yesterday by Daneia my heart sank to the pit of my stomach!!!! I truly loved this woman and I know she loved me. There was never a day that she didnt speak to me and greet me with such a radiant beautiful smile..I always thought of her but I'm very sad that I didnt get to see her before she passed on. To the Swint family, we've been so close since I can remember and my prayers are with you all. May God's grace and peace overcome you to endure through these times......I Will Always Love You Jewel Ann!!!!

July 29, 2011

To the Swint Family,
We send our heatfelt sympathy in the loss of your loved one. Jewell was just what she was named a "Precious Jewell" Always smiling, encouraging and a very loving person. One thing we can all be sure of and that is Jewell is now in the presence of the Lord rejoicing and cheering all of her loved ones on. She will be dearly missed by those who were Blessed to have known her. We are praying with and for you.
Pastors Kevin & Barbara Andrews

Robert Lenzy

July 29, 2011

Jewell and I were classmate at McKinley High School we always spoke to each other as we pass by in the hallway. Even thou, I didn't see much of her after high school, I will miss her dearly. My prayers and thoughts are with her and her family.

Cassandra Kinlow-Williams

July 29, 2011

I was sad to hear that Jewell had passed away. I can truly say that she was one of the nicest persons that I've known, always a smile and a hug, full of joy and a kind word, always a pleasure. Though she will be missed and you are feeling the sorrow and pain of her passing, we know that she is resting in the Lord and we shall see her again!

Edie Foster

July 29, 2011

My deepest condolence to the Swint Family.To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Jewell is resting peacefully now. I would see her at the bank and we would always greet each other with a heavenly kiss and hug.

Portia Dennis

July 29, 2011

To the Swint family
Jewell is a school friend that I did not see much but when seen each other we would talk about old times and just laugh
I am going to miss her it is time for her to be with God
God be with you.

July 29, 2011

Live for something. Write your name in love, kindness and mercy on the hearts of all those that you meet. You will never be forgotten. Dear, sweet Jewel know that I will carry your name in my heart forever.

Oscar and Denise Skinner

July 28, 2011

To the family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God wrap his ever-loving arms around each of you and give the strength you need. May the memories of Jewell bring everyone comfort and peace.

Amy K

July 28, 2011

As Jewell's coworker, her smile and always happy attitude will be greatly missed. Another star will shine brightly as she watches down on all of us. With sympathy.

July 28, 2011

We were saddened to hear of Jewell's passing. We loved her very much. She always had a kind word and a smile; I've never known her to get angry or be mean to anyone. Truly, she will be missed. I love the Swint family and our prayers are with you.

Angie Dixon

July 28, 2011

To the Swint Family,
I am so saddened to hear of Jewell's passing. I will miss her smile, hugs and encouraging words. I must share the last time I saw Jewell...when my Dad passed away...I went to the airport to pick up my Aunt...I kept telling my niece that I need to see Jewell...long story short...when I got home from the airport, Jewell and Mother Swint were there...God had sent her/them...we just hugged and cried...she lifted my burdens for what I was about to endure...Jewell keep shining brightly. Love Always

Phyllis Wilder/Milini

July 28, 2011

Jewel, you are trully 'A Jewel' that the Lord needed to return to his collection.You are part of the crown we hope to achieve.

Megan Dillon

July 28, 2011

I worked in the same library system as Jewell. Although I never actually worked with her at the same location, I would always bump into her when I was out and about. She would always give me a big hug and smile. I will really miss this sweet person!

Angela K

July 28, 2011

Jewell was a wonderful person and everyone who was lucky enough to know her was truly blessed. She will be missed! My deepest sympathy to the family.

Melanie Hacha (Dierick)

July 28, 2011

I am so very sorry to hear of Jewell's passing. We have such great memories from when I lived next to you guys. I ran into Jewell while she was working the bookmobile at Springwood Camp Club and we were going to get together and it just never happened. I sure wish we would of. My thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy are with the family.
*Love to all of you*

Dawn (Dierick) Hopkins

July 28, 2011

Im so sorry to hear of this. Jewell was such a loving, sweet, caring, young lady who I enjoyed having as my neighbor while I was growing up.
My prayers are with the Swint family...Dawn (Dierick) Hopkins

Tiana Clayton

July 28, 2011

To Andrew and the Swint family,
I loved Jewell for she always had a powerful word of encouragement...She will be deeply missed. May God bless you and keep you.

Prophet Jerry Brunner

July 28, 2011

My prayers are with the Swint family.

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