Orvis Swisher

Orvis C. Swisher

Age 98, of Beaver Dams, NY passed away Monday, July 5, 2010 at Bethany Manor in Horseheads, NY.

He is survived by his wife Eva; son, Raymond (Hisae) Swisher of Beaver Dams; daughter, Rosalie (Ron) D’Souza of LaGrangeville, NY; sisters-in law, Florence Waters and Dorothy (David) Matison, both of Horseheads, NY; seven grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends and relatives at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen, on Thursday, from 6-8pm; Burial Office and Holy Eucharist will be held at St. James’ Episcopal Church, Sixth & Decatur St., Watkins Glen, on Friday, July, 9, 2010 at 11:00am; The Rev. Michael Hartney celebrant; followed by committal services at 2:00pm at Holy Trinity Orthodox Cemetery, Elmira.

Orvis retired from Schweizer Aircraft of Big Flats. You may view his memorial or sign a guestbook online in “Obituaries” at www.Royce-Chedzoy.com