Franklin Ray Swaford
July 12, 1949 - January 22, 2022
Franklin Ray Swaford, age 72, passed away on January 22, 2022 at the Bailey Family Center for Caring with his wife by his side. He was born in Opa-Locka, Florida and grew up in Clewiston, FL. He was a graduate from Hialeah High School. Franklin moved to Pine Mountain Valley, GA for several years where he worked for government services, including help with Katrina and 911. After retiring he moved back to Florida where he managed a 55 and over community with his wife until his passing. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gun collecting and most recently took up golf. But more than anything he loved spending time with his wife. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Patricia Swaford; daughter, Katherine Daso (Sebastian); grandchildren, Maddox and Kimbra and siblings, Millie Gabhart, Jerry Swaford and Michael Swaford. He was preceded in death by his parents, Franklin and Velma Swaford. St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Franklin Ray Swaford, age 72, passed away on January 22, 2022 at the Bailey Family Center for Caring with his wife by his side. He was born in Opa-Locka, Florida and grew up in Clewiston, FL. He was a graduate from Hialeah High School. Franklin... View Obituary & Service Information