Ronald Eugene Swing , 92, of Columbia City, died peacefully at 10:50 p.m. on August 18, 2024, at Millers at Oak Pointe, Columbia City.

Born in Columbia Twp., Whitley County, Indiana on February 23, 1932, he was a son of the late Lester R. and Theresa (Beard) Swing.  Raised on a farm, he completed Jefferson Center High School, graduating in 1950.

Ronald served with the Indiana National Guard until his discharge in February of 1959.

On March 8, 1952, he married Nelda J. Nolt.  They made their home in Jefferson Twp., raising four children.  In 1976, they purchased the family farm nearby and made that their home.  The love of his life and lifetime partner, Nelda, died on June 14, 2024.

As a young man, he worked for Yaney Lumber Company as a logger, developing a love and appreciation for the woods.  From 1950 until his retirement in 1986, Ron worked for Dana Corporation, Fort Wayne.  He was passionate about farming and took great pride in maintaining and operating his farm.

He was a dedicated husband and father, and family was always his priority.  He enjoyed spending time with his kids and grandkids.  An IU Basketball fan, he followed the Hoosiers through their season.  He liked to spend time in the woods, and when he had the opportunity, he liked to fish.

He was a faithful member of the Jefferson Chapel Church.

He is survived by his children, Deanna Grigsby of Columbia City, Daryl (Sandy) Swing of Fort Wayne, and Dawn (Alfredo "Fred") Martinez of Columbia City; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Additionally, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Dani Nahrwold; and a brother, Max Swing.

The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday (August 24th) at Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City.  Burial will be at the Nolt Cemetery.  Visitation is from 12 to 2 p.m. until the service on Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorials in Ronald's honor are to Jefferson Chapel Church.