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     Robert Alfonso Swain was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹ He was born on December 11, 1920 at Bluefield, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,2,3,4 He married Althea Ann Scott on June 29, 1945 at Riner, Montgomery Co., Virginia.² Robert Alfonso Swain and Althea Ann Scott were divorced on October 21, 1975 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.³ Robert Alfonso Swain married Naomi Edith Johnson on November 1, 1975 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,4 Robert Alfonso Swain died on August 25, 2014 at Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 93.^1,4 He Robert Alfonso Swain, 93, of Christiansburg, Va., passed away on Monday, August 25, 2014. He was born in Bluefield, W.Va. on December 11, 1920 to Edgar and Melissa Swain. He is survived by his wife, Naomi Johnson Swain; his daughter, Robin Smith; a son, Charles Edwards, and daughter, Carol Harrison, by marriage. Granddaddy Bob and Papa Bob was blessed with 10 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandson. His son, Brad, and sister, Evelyn Harry, preceded Robert in death. Robert was a member of Christiansburg Baptist Church, the Gideons, Masons, and served in the Army during WWII. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.,Thursday, August 28, 2014, just preceding the Memorial Service at 7 p.m. at Christiansburg Baptist Church, 2895 Roanoke St., Christiansburg. Services will be conducted by Pastor Shaun Couch of Christiansburg Baptist Church; Brother Jack Parrish, of Foley, AL; and Gideon Brother Rador Vaden of Blacksburg, Va. The Grave site service will be attended by the family. on August 27, 2014.⁴

     Althea Ann Scott was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹ She was born on October 2, 1927 at Basham, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2 As of June 29, 1945,her married name was Swain.³ She married Robert Alfonso Swain, son of Edgar Leonard Swain and Melissa Alice/Ann James, on June 29, 1945 at Riner, Montgomery Co., Virginia.³ Althea Ann Scott and Robert Alfonso Swain were divorced on October 21, 1975 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.² Althea Ann Scott died on March 5, 2012 at Virginia at age 84.¹ She Althea Ann Scott Bailey, 84, of Radford, passed away on Monday, March 5, 2012. Born in Basham, Va., on October 2, 1927, she was raised in Pilot, Va., and graduated with honors from Auburn High School in Riner. Later in life she attended Radford University (RU), graduating with her master's degree in History and English. She retired as an archivist with McConnell Library at RU and spent 30+ years as the Director of the Wilderness Road Regional Museum in Newbern, Va. She was preceded in death by her son, Brad Swain; husband, Blonnie Bailey; and brothers, Arnold Ray Scott and Wallace Scott. Survivors include her daughter, Robin Smith (Mike); stepsons, Larry Bailey (Paulette), and Buddy Bailey (Lois); sister-in-law, Barbara Scott; grandchildren, Kandice Perdue, Michael and Robert Swain, and Sarah Smith; plus many other special family members; her very special friend, Karl Pedersen; and many, many friends. Special thanks to the nurses and aides with Southern Care Hospice and to the nursing staff of Heritage Hall for their wonderful care during her stay. The family will receive friends on Friday, March 9, 2012, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Horne Funeral Home. A private burial will take place at Sunset Cemetery at a later date. on March 7, 2012.¹

     Bradford Scott "Brad" Swain was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,6 He was born on October 12, 1956 at Florida.^2,3 He married Elizabeth Anne Akers on October 1, 1978 at Riner, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,4 Bradford Scott "Brad" Swain and Elizabeth Anne Akers were divorced on December 31, 1985 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁴ Bradford Scott "Brad" Swain married Joyce Marie Montgomery on June 16, 1989 at Pulaski Co., Virginia.³ Bradford Scott "Brad" Swain and Joyce Marie Montgomery were divorced on July 9, 2010 at Pulaski Co., Virginia.⁴ Bradford Scott "Brad" Swain died on August 19, 2010 at Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 53.^2,5,6 He Bradford Scott Swain, 53, of Christiansburg, Va., passed away on Thursday, August 19, 2010, after a battle with cancer. He is survived by his sons, Michael and Robert Swain; his parents, Ann Swain Bailey, and Robert and Naomi Swain; his sister, Robin Swain Smith and her husband, Michael; his fiance, Lee Ann Smith, and her daughters, Christine and Desiree; along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. Graveside Services will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, August 22, 2010, at the Sunset Cemetery in Christiansburg. Special thanks from the family to Dr. Harry McCoy along with his staff and hospice for their wonderful care. on August 21, 2010.⁶

     Naomi Edith Johnson was born on July 1, 1927 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2 As of November 1, 1975,her married name was Swain.¹ She married Robert Alfonso Swain, son of Edgar Leonard Swain and Melissa Alice/Ann James, on November 1, 1975 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,3

     Robin Ann Swain was born on October 16, 1958 at Tampa, Hillsborough Co., Florida.³ As of July 29, 1974,her married name was Childers.² She married David Ray Childers on July 29, 1974 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,3 Robin Ann Swain and David Ray Childers were divorced on November 14, 1977 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.³ As of December 3, 1977,her married name was Perdue.² Robin Ann Swain married Daniel Emory Perdue on December 3, 1977 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,3 Robin Ann Swain and Daniel Emory Perdue were divorced on August 26, 1985 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.³ As of June 24, 1988,her married name was Smith.² Robin Ann Swain married Mike David Smith on June 24, 1988 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^5,2,6 Robin Ann Swain died on August 19, 2022 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 63.⁴ She Robin Swain Smith, 63, of Riner, Va., passed away on Friday, August 19, 2022. She is survived by her husband, Mike; her children, Sarah, Kandice, Erin, Robert and Jim; and four grandchildren. No services will take place per Robin's wishes, but we do appreciate your love and support. on August 23, 2022.⁴