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Memorial for Robert Sheridan Swan, CAPT, USN (Ret.)
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Born in Hanover, New Hampshire on Jul. 15, 1932
Departed on Apr. 3, 2010 and resided in Annandale, VA.
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ROBERT SHERIDAN SWAN (Age 77)
CAPT, USN (Ret.)
Robert Sheridan Swan "Bob", retired career Naval Officer, died Saturday, April 3, 2010, following a short illness. Robert was born in Hanover, New Hampshire on July 15, 1932. He was a 34 year resident of the Washington, DC area. After joining the U.S. Navy, Robert commanded the following ships: the USS Navajo, USS Salinen, USS Vance, and the USS Steinaker. He retired from the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Washington, D.C. in 1982. In retirement, he served in the rank of Grandpa to his three grandchildren, where he brought them joy and laughter on a daily basis.
Beloved husband of Carolyn L. Swan, he is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth, son-in law Neil, and three grandchildren: Cameron, Ryan and Meaghan, all of Fairfax, Virginia. Robert was predeceased by his son, Robert.
Services and interment private. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the family.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital;
http://stj.convio.net/site/TR/Events/Tribute?pxfid=25640&fr_id=1341&pg=fund
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