Neil W. Swinton

July 2, 1944 - September 12, 2019

Neil W. Swinton, 75, of Alliance, passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2019. Born on July 2, 1944 in Auburn, New York to David W. and Genevieve (Manfull) Swinton, he lived in Alliance most of his life. A 1962 graduate of Alliance High School, he obtained a Gunsmithing Certificate from the Colorado School of Trades. A veteran of the Vietnam War, he served our country in the U.S. Army where he received a Purple Heart and the Vietnam Service Medal with 2 Bronze Stars. Neil was a past member of the First United Presbyterian Church. Since 1985, he has owned and operated the Neil Swinton Construction Company. Neil earned his Eagle Scout with Troop 53 where he also served as Troop Leader. Survivors include his daughter, Tammy Mahan of Tiverton, RI; a brother, David S. (Sharon) Swinton of Pinckney, MI; nephew, David Swinton of Pinckney, MI; and niece, Dawn Rutledge of MI. He will also be greatly missed by his grandpups, Nestle, Oran, and Mosley. Preceding him in death were his parents. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 from 10:00 am - 11:00 am at Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home. His Funeral Service will begin at 11:00 am with James McCurdy, of First United Presbyterian Church of Alliance, officiating. Burial, with military honors, will immediately follow at Agusta Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to any favorite, local animal shelter or rescue. You are invited to view Neil's tribute wall, offer condolences and share memories at www.sharerfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home.