James H. Swainamer, Jr., 95, of Westport, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family, on Friday, December 29, 2023. Beloved husband for 62 years to the late, Reggie (Pineault) Swainamer.
James was born in Petersburg, VA, son of the late James H. Swainamer, Sr. and the late Helen M. (Picard) Swainamer and had moved to Westport as a baby, where he had strong family ties and history.
Nicknamed Sledgy, when he graduated from Westport High, in 1946, a living legend was already born. Master of all trades and eager to learn, let’s be honest, if Jim can’t fix it, no one can. He went on to work and retire after 24 years of service from the FAA, as a radar technician at Boston Logan International Airport.
Survivors, who will miss him dearly, include his 2 sons: James H. Swainamer, III and his wife Charlene of Canaan, NH and Kenneth Swainamer of Westport; his daughter: Gale DeSilva of Westport; 4 grandchildren: Zachary and Tara DeSilva and Jerilyn and Kate-Lee Swainamer.
He was the grandfather of the late Kenneth Swainamer, Jr. and brother of the late Joe Swainamer.
Funeral service to which relatives and friends are invited will be Monday, January 8, 2024 at the Potter Funeral Home at 10:00 A.M.
Calling hours will be Sunday from 2-4 P.M.
Interment will be in Beech Grove Cemetery, Westport.