Vannie Swinehart, 69, of New Paris, passed away on May 16, 2015, at her home.

She was born  on March 3, 1946, in Goshen, to Delbert and Tilda (Davidson) Stidams. She was a lifelong are resident.

Vannie is survived by her son: Dean Swinehart, New Paris; daughter: Debra Bailey, New Paris; one grandaughter: Monica Seaver, Goshen; two great-grandchildren: Olivia and Patrick Seaver, Goshen; six brothers; and five sisters.

She was preceded by her grandson: Patrick Lung Jr., four brothers and two sisters.

There will be a Celebration of Life for Vannie at 5 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at her son Deans home located at 18827 Sixth St., New Paris.