Charles “Tom” Swift, age 74 of Kentwood, passed away Sunday June 27, 2021. He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia Jack; father, Charles Swift; dad, Bob Tingley; and brother, Kelly Walkington.
He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Karolyn; sons Brian (Erin) Swift and Kevin (Shawna) Swift; grandchildren Tyler (Amanda), Alex, Jaden, and Addison Swift, Jolie Manning, Olivia Manning, Georgia Manning, and Sydney Manning; and three great-grandchildren. Also surviving are his siblings Pam (Darren Boykin) Tingley, Jill (Mick) Vandevelde, Bob (Jolene) Tingley; many nieces, nephews, and extended family. Tom enjoyed scuba diving, metal detecting, golfing and going to drag races.
A time to visit with Tom’s family will be held 2-4 p.m. Thursday, July 1, 2021 at the Cook Funeral Home (West building), 4235 Prairie St. SW. The family welcomes memories and messages in their online guestbook at www.cookcaresgrandville.com.