William Loit Swank

William “Bill” Loit Swank, 82, of Weatherford, passed away on Friday evening, June 19, 2020, at his home, surrounded by his family.

William was born on November 15, 1937, in Columbus, Ohio to Clarence and Mary Swank. On June 6, 1958, he married Goldie Clay and together had two sons, Rick and Billy. He was a long-time member of North Side Baptist Church in Weatherford. Bill was the owner of Blue Norther Ice Company. He enjoyed outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, and golfing. Bill was a “collector of everything” and belonged to the Chisholm Trail Antique Farm Equipment Club. Most of all, Bill will be remembered for his devotion to his family and friends and “he never met a stranger.”

Bill is survived by his son, Rick Swank of Weatherford; grandchildren, Tara (Joe) Swank-Ross and Ricky (Bekki) Swank; great-grandchildren, Darrian (Chad) Ross-English, Alyson Ross, Kailey Swank, and Kinzley Swank; and great-great-granddaughter, Raelynn English; siblings, Larry (Claudia) Swank, Ron (Janie) Swank, Maryann Brancheau, Tom Swank, and John (Tronda) Swank; long-time friend, Chris Taskey; and by numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Goldie and by his son, Billy Swank.

A memorial service celebrating his life will be held in the chapel on July 1, 2020, at North Side Baptist Church, 910 N. Main Street, in Weatherford. Visitation will be at 12:00 p.m. and the memorial service will begin at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be private in Ohio.