Stephen R. Swain

Tilton Stephen R. Swain Stephen R. Swain, 73, a lifelong resident of Tilton, died at his home, June 20, 2016, with his family at his side, following a period�of failing health. Stephen was born in Laconia, February 3, 1943, son of Russell C. and Florence I. (Fletcher) Swain. For many years he was a self employed dairy farmer, working the family farm with his father in Tilton. Stephen attended schools in Tilton and Northfield and was a 1962 graduate of the Tilton-Northfield High School. Following high school he was employed for a short time at Webster Valve in Franklin, leaving to continue working at the farm. He later worked for a time with the Tilton Highway Department and retired after 15 years as a heavy equipment operator with the Northfield Highway Department. He continued working his farm land until his illness. Stephen had a great interest in tractors, which he enjoyed participating in tractor pulls and attending tractor shows. He was an active member of the Chapter 18, International Harvester Club. Stephen leaves, his wife of 16 years, Joanne T. (McNally) Swain of Tilton children, Stephanie (Swain) Paulhus and her husband Richard of Northfield, Kelly (Swain) Robinson and her husband John of Northfield, Jennifer Swain of Sanbornton and Wendy Swain of Franklin. Stepson, John Sanborn and his wife, Carol of Sanbornton and stepdaughter, Cyndee (Sanborn) Chapin and her husband Gregory of Northfield. His sister, Judy (Swain) Robert and her husband, Donald of Tilton. Nine grandchildren, five step grandchildren and a step great-grandson, nephews and cousins. He also leaves his close friend and companion for 13 years, his Bassett Hound, Scooter. Calling hours will be held, Sunday, June 26, 2016 from 11:00 to 1:00 P. M. at the William F. Smart Sr. Memorial Home, Franklin-Tilton Road (584 West Main St.) in Tilton. A graveside service will follow promptly at 1:30 P. M. at Park Cemetery in Tilton where he will be buried with his parents. Those wishing may make memorial contributions in his name to the Franklin VNA and Hospice, 75 Chestnut St, Franklin, NH 03235.