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Michelle Lin Swackhamer

Michelle Lin "Mickey" Swackhamer, 75, of Bradford, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024, at the Olean General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Born September 25, 1949, in New Martinsville, WV she was a daughter of the late John J. "Jack" and Eleanor Jane (Leap) Walker, Jr.

She attended Magnolia High School in New Martinsville, WV until 1965 before moving to Limestone, NY where she was a 1967 graduate of Limestone High School.  She graduated top of her class from Olean Business Institute in 1968.

On April 11, 1970, in St. Patrick Church, Limestone, NY, she married Daniel J. Swackhamer, who preceded her in death on July 6, 1989.

Mickey worked for the YWCA as a Legal Advocate for 33 years and most recently as a Systems and Training liaison for the last two.

She was a member of and served as a Deacon and Elder at the First Presbyterian Church and taught second grade Catechism at St. Francis Church. She was a member of the Seneca Law Enforcement Agency and was a respected member of the Women's Bowling League at Byllye Lanes. Her claim to fame was the "Girl Scout Cookie Queen". and band mom to the Fort LeBoeuf marching band in Waterford and the Bradford Marching Owls.

Surviving are two daughters, Amy J. (John) Bednez, and Lisa Lin (John) Fedak, one sister, Shelley (Jerry) Harvey, all of Bradford, four grandchildren, John Daniel Fedak, Kaitlin Ann (Tristan Finnerty) Raught, Bailey Lin Fedak and Calley Jean Raught, six nieces, Erin (Josh) Bridge, Beth (Jason) Manwaring, Sonia (Dan) Brecht, Barb (Dave) Delozier, Danielle (Jarrod) Wilcox, and Nicole (Dan) Ricketts,  six nephews, Matthew (Nancy) Reinhardt, Joe (Sara) Reinhardt, Steven (Emily) Reinhardt, David (Casey Miller) Reinhardt, Alexander (Gabby) Swackhamer, and Todd Coatsworth, in-laws, Deb Coastworth, Brad (Cindy) Swackhamer, Rod (Ricky Cheney) Swackhamer, Pam (Dan) Reinhardt, Scott Swackhamer, and Sandra Palace, longtime family friend, Marsha Abrams, several great nieces and nephews and many cousins and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and one sister-in-law, Bonnie Swackhamer.

Family will receive friends on Thursday, November 14, 2024, from 9 am to 11 am, in the First Presbyterian Church, at 11 am funeral services will be held with Rev. Katherine Randall, Co- Pastor, and Rev W. LeRoy Beckes, retired Presbyterian minister officiating. Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc.,

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the YWCA of Bradford or a charity of the donor's choice.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

Lisa, Amy, Shelly, and the rest of the family, we are so sorry to hear of Mickey''s passing. She loved you all so very much. She was a dedicated mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, advocate and a dear friend. She was an absolutely wonderful person who touched countless lives. She will be missed greatly. Our condolences.
— Maureen and Don Perschke

Mickey you are so greatly loved and missed! I’ll miss our great chats and all our talks about West Virginia!
— Nikki Escajada Romero

Mickey was a beautiful person. She gave so much to the woman in Bradford and surrounding communities. My condolences to her family.
— Judy Flynn

We are so very sorry to hear of Mickey’s passing. She was an absolutely wonderful person who touched countless lives. Our condolences.
— Jennifer & Richard Quiggle

To Mickey''s family: I am so sorry for your loss. Mickey helped so many people and will be sorely missed.
— Freda Fultz

To family of Mickey. So sorry for your loss. She will be greatly missed. My God bless.
— Larry an Suzie Fox

Mickey, you were a good friend through the years when the kids were growing up and through the years when our lives intersected ... you are much loved and much missed.
— Kathy, Andy & Holly Bryant

We are so sorry for your loss. Mickey was amazing and will be missed greatly. Our thoughts are with you in this difficult time.
— Aaron Troskosky and Angela Collins

So sorry for your loss. Sending heartfelt prayers and hugs. Mickey was a wonderful lady and will truly be missed.
— Kim & Dave Soble

Mickey was a wonderful advocate to so many hurting people. God bless her for her caring heart.
— julie baker

Shelley & Family, I''m so sorry for your loss. She was one-of-a-kind. Our community will miss her guidance, compassion and leadership, and her wicked sense of humor.
— Anne Holliday

I just seen this and this shocked me and brought a lot of tears to my eyes I am totally sorry for this loss but god has gained a great angel this woman was one of the most important person in my life she has helped me in so many ways with her great heart and soul you will never be forgotten
— Shawna

Mickey was such an impactful role model for the power of kindness, community, persistence, and justice - and reminded us how we could all benefit from a bit of grace. She leaves a meaningful legacy at the YWCA and beyond.
— Stephanie Eckstrom

Deepest Sympathy for your loss!
— Kay Bechelli

I am so sorry for your loss. Mickey was such a wonderful person. Heaven has gained a wonderful angel, but the earth has lost a great person.
— Alyssa Goodman

Mickey was an amazing woman who helped change my life. With her support and guidance I left a horrible situation and bettered my life tenfold. Mickey was always there to cheer me on and encourage me. I truly believe that my life would be different without her. She changed my life for the better with her unwavering faith in me. She was an amazing woman and I was so blessed to know her.
— Natasha Carlson

The Community has lost an Icon. She will be missed terribly. Condolences to Family & friends. Sure will miss our bantering. RIP Mickey.
— Carl Milks

Wow! I am so sorry, and so glad that I saw Mickey in August. Please kiss her for me!
— Rob Thomas

I will miss Mickey, she was such a pleasure to work along with her and a great mentor. My deepest sympathies to the family and friends
— Ruth A. Brewer

So very sorry for your loss. Heaven has gained a beautiful angel. Sympathy and prayers for all of you.
— Kevin & Gail Moyer

So sad for your loss, may his give you all peace and comfort during this sad time.
— Tom Leposa

One of a kind. Her legacy will carry on forever. Thank you for sharing her with so many. Sending you all so much love.
— Bre Abbott

I am so deeply sad at Mick’s passing. Lisa, Amy, Shelly, and the rest of the family, I am so sorry. She loved you all soooo much. She was a dedicated mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, advocate, friend …. She will be missed greatly.
— Lori Keith-Master

We are sorry to hear of your loss.
— Stoney,Becky,Max,Michael Greenberg

“We shall not see her likes again.! ??
— Jean Ross

Going to be hard not to have Mick in my life. I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers.
— Debbie Place

I am so deeply sad at Mick’s passing. Lisa, Amy, Shelly, and the rest of the family, I am so sorry. She loved you all soooo much. She was a dedicated mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, advocate, friend …. She will be missed greatly.
— Lori Keith-Master

The world lost an angel that helped so many. Thoughts,love and prayers to her beautiful family.
— Mary Ann Quinn

Condolences

  • Lisa, Amy, Shelly, and the rest of the family, we are so sorry to hear of Mickey''s passing. She loved you all so very much. She was a dedicated mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, advocate and a dear friend. She was an absolutely wonderful person who touched countless lives. She will be missed greatly. Our condolences.

    — Maureen and Don Perschke

  • Mickey you are so greatly loved and missed! I’ll miss our great chats and all our talks about West Virginia!

    — Nikki Escajada Romero

  • Mickey was a beautiful person. She gave so much to the woman in Bradford and surrounding communities. My condolences to her family.

    — Judy Flynn

  • We are so very sorry to hear of Mickey’s passing. She was an absolutely wonderful person who touched countless lives. Our condolences.

    — Jennifer & Richard Quiggle

  • To Mickey''s family: I am so sorry for your loss. Mickey helped so many people and will be sorely missed.

    — Freda Fultz

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