Donald Albert Swagger
Born on July 21, 1961, in Rockford, Illinois, Donald spent his early years in Rockford and McChesney Park. He graduated from Harlem High School before proudly serving in the United States Army for eight years. Following his military service, he worked for the postal service in Kansas City before returning to Rockford, where he spent many years as a skilled garage door technician. Later in life, he made Wisconsin Dells his home.
Donald had a passion for classic hotrods, enjoyed fishing, and was a devoted fan of the Chicago Bears and Chicago Cubs.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Judy Elliott.
Donald is lovingly remembered by his son, Jared Swagger of Loves Park, IL; his grandson, Aden Swagger of Loves Park, IL; his granddaughter, Kayla McBain of Rockford, IL; his stepfather, Gary Elliott of Loves Park, IL; his sister, Vera Adams of Leaf River, IL; and his beloved girlfriend, Toni Choppi of Wisconsin Dells, WI. He is also survived by extended family and many dear friends.
Donald’s memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved him.
My deepest condolences go out to Donny’s family. I will miss you and I love you Donny, I know you are with your Mom. I have many memories as a child of you that I will cherish forever. You will be truly missed by Steve and I both. Love Steve and Cammy🙏❤️
Rest in peace my friend, you were known by many and loved by all. We will all miss you and cherish the times that we have spent together. Fly with the angels my friend. Thanks for all the good times and laughs we had!
Forever truly love and miss you 😔, you will always be in our hearts 💕 💞 ♥️. I will always remember when you and Aden were forming a relationship, made me so happy! Also teaching him how yo roof your garage, and making him do the brakes on the car . I’ll always remember trying to mowe your yard, but couldn’t do it all, so jared would have to finish it. Lol my condolences and prayers go out to his son Jared Swagger, grandson Aden Swagger, sister Vera, stepfather Gary Elliott ,granddaughter Kayla McNaib, and good friend Cindy. And me