Kitty Swayngim
July 25, 1941 ~ May 4, 2018
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Mary Catherine "Kitty" Candler Swayngim, age 76, died May 4 2018.
Kitty was born and lived most of her life in Buncombe County. She was the daughter of the late Catherine and Coke Candler, Chairman of the Buncombe County Commissioners from 1946-1968. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert Randolph Swayngim; son, Steven Randolph Swayngim; sister, Noreen West Moore; and brother, Edgar Washington Candler.
Kitty attended Enka High School, Western Carolina University, and UNCA. She was a successful and appreciated teacher for 30 years at Candler Elementary School and a devoted supporter, Deacon and choir member of Hominy Baptist Church.
Mrs. Swayngim was graced with a gentle and supportive personality. She was always brave and self-controlled in the most problematic circumstances and was an exceptional caretaker. Possessing exemplary character, Kitty remained Kitty and never permitted those with adverse lifestyles to alter what she knew as the right way to live. She was embellished as a model for being a good citizen and possessing the viewpoint of a humane being.
Kitty is survived by her son, Douglas Candler Swayngim and wife Cynthia "Cindy"; grandchildren, Rebecca and Josh Swayngim; sister, Miriam "Mimi" Cole and husband Marvin; and daughter-in- law, Sofia Swayngim.
Memorial services will be held at Hominy Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday May 12, 2018.
The family will receive friends an hour before the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hominy Baptist Church or to Memory Care.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. is assisting the family.
So sorry to hear of her passing. She was a true lady and a wonderful person. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
One of my favorite teachers.She will def be missed by all.So sorry Doug and family for your loss.Will be praying for you guys.
So sorry about the loss of Kitty. She was great lady. We spent many an hour in choir together. Prayers for all. Howard & Willene wise
So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful person. She had a caring heart. Our prayers are with you. for the Lord shall be thine everlasting light, and the days of thy mourning shall be ended. Isaiah 60:20 May you remember always that, for every sorrow, there is comfort… for every sadness, there is healing… for each loss– the promise of new life. With Sympathy, Nancy Wright Sluder
I am thinking about you all during this time! Please know that my prayers and all my love are with you! I am thankful that I was so privileged to know this sweet lady!
What a great life she lived,so many friend . Sorry for your Loss Doug.She was a sweet friend.
Kitty was the most caring person in the world. We worked with her at Candler School for many years. HELEN Messer and Carolyn Trull. Will be praying 4 tutu he family. Good bless and RIP Kitty. See u in heaven one day.
Doug and family so sorry about your loss. Kitty was a dear lady, we loved her and respected her . She will be missed .
Polly and Lisa Bryson.
I am very sorry to hear about your mother and I know you and your family will miss her dearly. My love to you and Cindy- I think of you guys often and miss seeing you. Take care.
Love Diana Boone
Doug and family so sorry to hear of your loss prayers for the family. May God comfort you. Prayers and thoughts are with you.
So sorry to hear about your mother. I think of you and Cindy often. She will be missed.
Mrs. Swayngim was always such a delight! We are so sorry for your family’s loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Sorry for your lost I pray God will be with you through this difficult time.
Sorry for the loss of your mother. I will be remembering you and your family
Dear Kitty Swayngim family: so sorry to hear of the passing of Kitty. She was a sweet lady and I have many sweet memories of her.
Doug, So sorry for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Cindy. Kitty was a precious ‘southern’ lady who always was beautiful inside and out. She will be with all her family who has gone before.
Condolences to all .
Please accept my sincere feelings of love and sympathy for your loss. Thinking of you all. Doug, I’m praying for you.
So sorry for your lost prayers for Doug family!
Kitty was simply one of the nicest people I have ever worked with. She was a wonderful teacher and colleague. She was funny and fun; her smile was the greatest. I pray that God will hold you all close during this time.
Mrs. Swayngim was my third grade teacher. I was a nervous child and had struggled with the idea of school until third grade. First and second grade were filled with many absences due to my fright induced upset tummy. I am sure that the combination of my increased maturity and Mrs. Swayngim’s firm but warm classroom guidance created the perfect climate for me to have an absence-free third grade year. I have only fond memories of her.
I have known Kitty and her husband all my life…She was a wonderful…gracious woman…she will be missed by all that knew her…..God needed a new Angel so he picked the best….Prayers for the family…Rejoice with Robert in Heaven…RIP
I worked with Kitty for several years at Candler Elementary and always considered her the ultimate professional. She was always cool, calm, and elegant. She will be missed in so many circles and memories of times with her and her family will continue to ripple through the lives of those closest to her. Praying that God will give you the peace that passes all understanding until the day of that great Reunion.
Doug, Cindy, Rebecca, and Josh
My sincere sympathy to you on the loss of your mother/grandmother. Kitty and Bob were Heart Path classmates when my husband and I joined the class 20+ years ago. I remember hearing stories of the grandchildren’s activities up to their going to college! May your memories of those good times comfort you now.
Praying for your family at this time and always.
We went to church with Kitty and her family for many years. She always had a smile on her face. So sorry for your loss.
Doug and Cindy, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I never had the pleasure of meeting her, but only heard wonderful things of her through the years. I pray God gives you peace and comfort knowing she is with her creator.
Love to you both…
Doug and family. I am so sorry to read about the loss of your mother.
I worked with your Dad for many years at UNC Asheville and got to
know your mother during that time. What a FINE LADY. In fact, we
had lunch one time, with Carolyn Frady, after your dad passed away.
She was so kind and it was genuine.
Praying God will give you strength as you face the difficult days ahead.
With Deepest Sympathy.
Betty Ponder
Mrs. Swayngim was one of my most memorable teachers at Candler Elementary. Praying for the family.