Gerry “Lynn” Swofford passed away March 31, 2023, at the age of 77 in Tyler. He was born in Baird to parents Robert Clifton “Bob” Swofford and Altha Lenore Maule Swofford.
Gerry was a family man. He loved living on the lake, being outdoors hunting and fishing.  Gerry enjoyed traveling and spending time with family and friends. 
Gerry was preceded in death by his parents and sister Roberta. 

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Kim Harmon (from left), wife of Payne Springs Interim Police Chief Rick Harmon, pins a bar on her husband commemorating his Police Life Saving Medal presented by Enchanted Oaks Police Chief Anthony Katsoulas.

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Donnie and Susan Thomas show off their 1935 Ford Cabriolet at the April 16, 2022 show.

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Terri Dunn (left) gives Jordan Roofing owner David Jordan a hug in thanks for her new roof. Jordan and his crew completed the 2,000 square foot roof Jan. 26 as part of his “Santa Roof” tradition.