Ross Logan Swinehart, age 52, of Friendship, Wisconsin died December 29, 2011 at his home after a brave and courageous battle with cancer.
Memorial services will be 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at the Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Mr. Mark Knorr will officiate. Friends may call on Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at Roseberry’s Funeral Home.
Ross was born May 25, 1959 in Antigo, Wisconsin the only son to Roy and Joan (Sturdevant) Swinehart. Ross was a 1979 graduate of Antigo High School. He moved to Friendship in 1982. He was a proud member of the CWCAC Board for the past eight years. Ross helped organize the Toys for Tots Christmas toy collection with the Independent Riders of Adams County Motorcycle Club. Ross was happiest when riding his Harley and in the company of friends. He was an avid NASCAR fan. Ross also enjoyed fishing, bowling, and watching the Packers, and was known for his sense of humor and practical jokes.
Ross received a Resolution of Appreciation from the Central Wisconsin Community Action Council this past December for his unconditional dedication and exceptional performance of service in helping the people of Adams County.
Ross was preceded in death by his father, Roy Swinehart; maternal grandparents, Marcus and Emma Sturdevant; paternal grandparents, Mac and Florence Swinehart and George and Eleanor Felton.
Ross is survived by his mother: Joan Swinehart of Antigo, Wisconsin; sisters: Terry Hodges and Denise Swinehart both of Antigo, Wisconsin; niece: Lindsay Hodges of Antigo, Wisconsin; and the love of his life, Jill Danielson of Friendship, Wisconsin. He is further survived by aunts, uncles, other relatives, and many friends.
My encounter with Ross was as the Associate Principal of Adams-Friendship Middle School. He came to AFMS concerned about a particular student, a 6th grader-male. I thought it was a son of his because of his questioning why a certain thing was done the way it was done and that he wanted some answers; very intimidating, at first. Through our discussion, he was concerned about a son of one of his friends, and wanted to help that child succeed. We became friends and better neighbors. Thanks Ross for doing what we tried, changing one person’s life. My sincere sympathy to the Swinehart Family
Ross ride hard ride free I will never forget you I truely believe I am still here because of your teaching and words tuck and roll .Now its time to be free of pain and enjoy the ride take my Mom out for a ride she would love that Thanks for everything
Sorry to hear about Ross we use to date in high school. I hope he was surrounded by lots of his friends. And now he is riding his harley in heaven.
Our thoughts and prayers to the family during this difficult time. Ross was a great guy and will be sadly missed!
Ms. Joan, Denise and Terry, My sincere condolences to you all. I remember walking the halls of AHS and Ross would always be grinning from ear to ear. I don’t think I ever saw him without a smile on his face. Denise I know your brother truly took his "BIG" brother title to heart. He was a big brother every sister would love. I will keep you all in my prayers. God Bless
I am very sorry for your loss. I didn’t know Ross, personally, but rather knew of him through the many things he did throughout the community. He was a great guy, and he will be missed by many.
I am truly sorry for your loss. Ross was one of a kind. He was always helping people in his own way. I known him for many years. He was a great friend and it was a honor and pleasure to work with him. He will be miss. God bless.
Terry,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of loss.
Ross truely was 1 of a kind-our deepest sympathy to all of you!
To me Ross brought to life the saying "Don’t judge a book by it’s cover". He had a tough leather exterior but once you got to know him he was the sweetest, most generous loving soul you could meet. He went out of his way to help others and really helped turn lots of lives around for the better. I will truly miss you Ross. Ride high and free forever. My sincere condolences to Jill and the Swinehart family.
Ross my brother my friend will be so missed !! Your riding on smooth rode now with eternal gas .. you have touched me and my family .. the camping trips rides on bikes tippin back few cold ones and just joking around .. so many good memories !! Love you Bro and thank you for making my life so much Happier !
My condolences are with the family as are my prayers. You will be riding in a much better place Ross and will always be remembered for who you were and what you accomplished while you were with us.
our condolences go out to the family and loved ones of Ross
Ross was an exceptional person and outstanding board member committed to helping and serving the poor residents of Adams County. His presence will be missed by those who he touched. We will meet you again. You and your family have our fondest thoughts and prayers.
My prayers go out to the family and the love ones im so sorry for your loss.
We are proud and happy to have known Ross for the last five years as a friend and neighbor. He will be deeply missed by all that were touched by his life.
What a wonderful friend you were Ross!!! Ive been blessed to call you friend for over 20 years!You are truely one special person!!I have so many wonderful memories with you! My heart is so heavy but i know you are in God’s loving arms! no more pain. You fought hard Tallywackle! Ride with a smile on your face! I love you Tallywackle!!!
My Uncle, my Brother, my friend I will miss you and remember you always. My Mother God rest her soul always said she didnt raise me you did! You were always there for me when I was a child and as an adult with your best interest at heart for me. So many laughs,stories we had shared together where to begin? I know you are in a better place looking down on us with joy, smiles and laughter. Ride on and don’t stop, you might be gone from this world but you will never be forgotten. God Bless you Catfish, miss you
I known you for over twenty years. You were a good friend to me and my wife. I know you are not sufering now and that is a good thing. Ride high, Ride Long, And Ride with the Angels. We will miss you dearly.
Hey Cuz,
Miss you like crazy!! May you rest in peace in Heaven riding your Harley! You were truly a giving person, kind and fun to be around. I remember standing up for you at recess when we were in Avoca Elementary when some of the kids wanted to pick on you! Blood has to stick together! You will be missed! One Angel called back too soon!
Love you Jill, loved Ross like a brother.Love hurts sometimes but it also brings great joy and he did. love , Judy
Ross will be truly missed by all who knew him. Prayers and blessings to the family.
Our sincere condolences to Ross’s family. R.I.P. Ross. You fought a very long and tough battle which took you to be with God. You will no longer be in pain and you will be riding high now. God took you to Heaven on Golden wings as he does only the best. You were one of his Angels here on Earth with all your help to those who needed it. You will be missed by all of us. Go ride that Great Harley in the sky and be free my friend’ as you deserve to be.
god bless you ross im really sorry you went like that you have been in my life for a long time helped me grow up right and turn out to be a great kid..and taught me how to drive in ur truck when i was 15..i love you ross you were like a dad figure to me when i was younger i miss you alot your a strong tough man you fought hard and you did a great job ur in a better place now.r.i.p. ross love ya<3
SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS, MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU.
soooooo sorry to have a good friend pass but he is with the lord and no more suffering. god bless Ross
I will always miss my breakfast buddy, Ross. Ross had such a big heart, which he shared. He brought me out of a funk and brought a smile to my face. God Bless You, Ross.
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember growing up with Ross, Terry and Denise, those were great times. Ross now you will have not more suffering. I can only imagine the joking that is going on now that you are with your dad. Joan you and "Tiny" have always held a special place in my heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Kelly LaRose-Bruesewitz (Darlene Kopreks Daughter)
Oh Ross, gonna miss you. We have lots of memories… lots of fun.. lots of tough times. I guess thats the way it is with friends. You will always have a place in my heart, right there with the best of them. Godspeed my friend. Love you. Kelly and Zach. Family of Patrick Bunge
Cousin Ross always had such a great free spirit and fun loving attitude when I saw him. I’m sure your riding your cool bikes in the clouds and cracking jokes with Uncle Roy. I would imagine your wings will be made of learher. Your free of pain now but you will be sadly missed by all your friends, family and your lady!
I am very sorry for your loss. I have known Ross since I was a young girl and he embodied the spirit of kindness and charity, with everything that he had done when he was a part of ABATE, IRAC, and even with Community Action. I am very happy to say that I had the pleasure to work with Ross on many occasions and looked upon him as a father and brother figure. He will be missed greatly.
our prayers go out to the family. ross was a great guy…may god bless.
Im so sorry for your loss my prayers go out to the family. Ross was a true friend of mine and I will miss him dearly.
I am very sorry for your loss. I met Ross over 20 years ago when I waitressed and he grew on me. He always had a special place in my heart and will be dearly missed. I am sorry for the families loss and I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts.
There are no words to express how sorry we are for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Ross was a good and giving person and will be missed. God Bless