Mr. Johan William "Bill" Swanson III
May 8, 1948 ~ March 10, 2024
Born in:
East Liverpool, OH
Resided in:
Weirton, WV
Johan William “Bill” Swanson, III, of Weirton, WV, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024.
Born on May 8, 1948, Bill was the eldest of three boys born to Johan William and Eleanor Cox Swanson, III.
He graduated from Weir High School in 1966, where he distinguished himself as a standout catcher on the baseball team during his junior and senior years. His love for the sport continued as he went on to play semi-pro baseball while working at Weirton Steel, where he dedicated 34 1/2 years of his life as a heater in the Strip Steel Department.
On January 23, 1982, Bill married Mary Gallagher. Together, they created a beautiful family that included one daughter and embraced Bill’s daughter from a previous marriage. Bill’s devotion to his family was unwavering, and his gentle and caring nature made him a beloved husband, father, and grandfather.
In his leisure time, Bill found solace in the great outdoors. Every November, his schedule was cleared for the annual deer hunting expedition down Hoopie, a tradition he cherished. He also discovered joy in the simple pleasures of life, spending countless hours riding his lawn tractor cutting grass, and delighting in feeding the birds. He also loved to watch anything on TV that included a bat and a ball.
Known for his kind and compassionate spirit, Bill never uttered a harsh word about anyone. He treated everyone with equality and respect.
In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his brother, Jay Swanson.
Bill will be remembered with love by his wife, Mary; his two daughters, Rebecca “Becky” Hardin and Jessica Hensley (Matthew); his brother, Scott Swanson (Susan); his sister-in-law, Deborah Swanson; his six grandchildren, Samantha Greppi, Christopher Tucker, Sierra Hardin, Miles, Benjamin, and Kelson Hensley; one great-grandson and his niece and nephew, Lorelei Rhodes and Charles Swanson.
Visitation will be held from 5 PM until 7 PM on Thursday at the Greco Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV. The Funeral Liturgy of the Word Service will take place on Friday at 11 AM, followed by interment at Highland Hills Memorial Gardens.
Bill’s family would like to thank Dr. John Paul Schultz, Dr. Amit Nahata along with DCI of Wintersville, OH and his dialysis nurse Rachel Webber and her team, for all the care they provided Bill in recent years.
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Services
Visitation: March 14, 2024 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-3219
https://www.grecohertnick.com
Visitation: March 15, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-3219
https://www.grecohertnick.com
Liturgy of the Word Service: March 15, 2024 11:00 am
Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-3219
https://www.grecohertnick.com
Mary…I am so very deeply sorry to hear of your loss. I met your husband that 1 time at WMC and thought how blessed you were – I could tell he was a kind soul. May he rest in peace my friend. I will keep you and your family in my prayers
Aunt Mary and Jessica,
We are all so sorry to here of Uncle Bills passing, please know that you and Jessica are in our thoughts and prayers 🙏❤️ He was a very good man that would do anything for others that needed him too. We will always remember that laugh of his.
Ed and Teri Groves
Bill’s obituary was “spot on”. Bill was such a fine gentleman and I am so glad that we were introduced so many years ago by our wives. Our lives have been so intertwined over the last 41 years. The only consolidation that I can offer is the knowledge that because of our faith, we will see him again in the not so distant future. May God give you strength, comfort, and peace throughout the days and weeks ahead.
I meant to say “consolation” instead of “consolidation”.
So sorry for your loss. Uncle Bill will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Robert and Debbie Waddell
Dear Aunt Mary, we are so sad to here of Uncle Bill’s passing. As time passes on and the families spread out, we have our memories of all the times we got to see each other at the family functions. We always looked forward to seeing you and Uncle Bill and always asked about you two when you couldn’t make it. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family at this difficult time. He was a sweet caring person that always tried to make you laugh. He loved his family immensely. May he rest in peace. Love you
Aunt Mary, we are so sorry to hear about Uncle Bill. My heart breaks for you and Jessica. Know that Peter and I will be holding you both in prayer. We love you.
Donna and Peter Pavkovich
Oh, Jessica, I am so sorry for your loss! Your dad always seemed so quiet, yet bursting with pride for his family. I will say prayers for a quick ascension.
Dear Mary, we are so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Gary & Cheryl Adams
Mary,
I was so sorry to read of Bill’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.