Roger Swearingen, 75, Ellendale

Roger Allen Swearingen, 75 of Ellendale, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2023 at his home with his loving family by his side.

Roger, born the first of five children to Robert and Marjorie (Lavon) Swearingen on July 14, 1947 was the loving husband to Caren (Esplan) and father of Ross Swearingen (Deanna), D.J. Nolan, Carri Grubbs (James), Shane St. John, Heidi Anderson (David), and Tiffany DeShanne (Dallas); grandfather to Jerrid, Tory, Casey, Corey, Jacob, Alexis, Abby, Evan, Greyson, Lucy, and Josie; his loving pup, Hank; sisters, Renee, LuAnn, and Barb; mother-in-law, Doris Esplan; several brothers and sisters-in-law; along with many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Marjorie Swearingen; sister, Jean Thostenson; and son, D.J. Nolan.

Roger served many in life. This service always began with his children, his grandchildren, his family, and the love for his country.

He was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather and a decorated veteran who served proudly in the Vietnam War for the United States Air Force.

Roger’s family will host a memorial service to celebrate his life on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at First Lutheran Church in Ellendale with Chaplin Scott Sokal officiating. Interment is at First Lutheran Cemetery in Ellendale; Military Honors will be provided by the Ellendale VFW/American Legion and Air Force Honor Guard.