Anthony Swan

LISBON FALLS – Anthony Swan of Lisbon Falls, also known amongst those within the community as Tony, went to be with his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, in the early hours of Jan. 17,

2022. Anthony married Peggy Anne Popodak in Lisbon Falls on Aug. 13, 1966, having a blessed marriage of 55 years. Together they built a legacy, a family with many memories to cherish. Tony conducted business within his community as a builder, he was well respected and had a hand in many projects, including the use of his gifts and talents within the Christian community. Peggy (of whom he loved very deeply and with much affection), with a quite spirit and soft heart supported him in all his endeavors walking hand in hand throughout life with unity of spirit. These two were known throughout town, of walking together regularly holding each other’s hand and smiling.

When Anthony became sick with Parkinson’s disease, his wife took care of him for more than eight years till he needed greater care, yet separated, still together in spirit through phone and visits till the very end when he heard her voice and expressed joy unspeakable.

Under the power of the Holy Ghost and the Word of God, Anthony was born again in 1973 and Peggy soon after was converted to Christ in 1974. Together they set out to follow Jesus in all things. One thing that gave him joy was to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ whenever and to whomever possible so that all would have an opportunity to be saved from their sin and have fellowship with the God of heaven and His dear Son, Jesus Christ. Anthony was a good listener and very patient, giving full attention to those who wanted his attention and enjoyed conversation with all, and if you knew his triggers, you could get him into a laughing frenzy. He is loved and will be missed greatly.

Anthony, known as brother, is survived by his five siblings starting with Lucille Markus 80, Maximillian Swan 78, Cathrine May Fullerton 74, Joseph Swan 72, and Michael Joseph Swan 71.

Known as Dad and Daddy, Anthony is survived by eight children, starting with Lisa, 54, with her husband Bob Jalbert, David, 53, with his wife Raeleen, Thomas, 51, Anne 49, with her husband Randy Labonte, Peter, 48, with his wife Rebecca, Daniel, 47, with his wife Arlene, Donna, 46, with her husband Randy Couch, April, 36, with her husband Chris Winner.

Anthony, known as grampa, is survived by 28 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, all of whom he loved and prayed for.

Anthony was predeceased by his parents, Irving and Veronica Swan, his grandson Zain Swan and his great-grandson Jackson Swan of whom he knows, now, in heaven

Anthony’s funeral is at Open Door Bible Church in Lisbon, Maine, on Saturday, Jan. 29, at 11 a.m., with his viewing at 10 a.m., same day, prior to 11:00 funeral service.

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