Bonnie L. Swift

Bonnie L. Swift, 76, of Forreston, died Wednesday, March 4, 2015 in her home. Born on March 25, 1938 in Freeport, the daughter of LeRoy and Mary (Meyers) Griffin. She was employed at Honeywell-Micro Switch and was a 20 year employee Parkview Home. Bonnie married James Swift on December 3, 1954 in Forreston. Bonnie was a member of First Open Bible Church in Rock Falls. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Survivors include her husband, James; two sons, James "Jamie" Jr. Swift of Forreston and Barry G. Swift of Union, KY; one daughter, Penny Swift of Forreston; one brother, LeRoy "Dutch" (Marjorie) Griffin of Aliance, OH; two sisters, Patricia Swalve of Peoria, IL and Shirley Frost of Arkansas; also eight grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Preceded in death by four brothers. Funeral services will be Saturday, March 7, 2015 at Burke-Tubbs Funeral Home, Forreston at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Les Funderberg will officiate. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at Burke-Tubbs. Burial will be in White Oak Cemetery. A memorial has been established in her memory. Visit Bonnie's guest book at www.burketubbs.com.