Rick Swafford
Rick Swafford, age 64, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at his home.
He was born March 14, 1959, in LaFollette, Tennessee.
Rick is preceded in death by his mother, Myria (Goins) Swafford; father, Paul Edward Swafford; and brother, Larry Edward Swafford.
He is survived by his wife, Kim (Hurst) Swafford; son, Zach Swafford and wife Kathleen; daughter, Ashley McMahan; grandchildren, Kayla McMahan, Hannah Dums and husband Ryan; great-grandchildren, Sutton and Greyson; brothers, Mike Swafford and wife Janice, Woody Swafford and wife Glenda, Johnny Swafford and Vonda; mother-in-law, Betty Hurst and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn his passing.
The funeral was Sunday, February 4, at the First Baptist Church of Jellico with Dr. Bob Dunston and Rev. E. Wayne Barton officiating.
Masonic service was by the Jellico Lodge #527 F&AM.
Burial was Monday, February 5, in the Huddleston Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Eli Creekmore, Gary Taylor, Kenny Huddleston, Kevin Swafford, Paul D. Swafford, and Matt Norton.
Harp Funeral Home of Jellico in charge of arrangements.




