Mr. Lawrence Walter Swol

May 30, 1955 – February 21, 2026

Mr. Lawrence Walter Swol, age 70, of Fort Payne, Alabama passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at his residence.

Lawrence was born in Rochester, New York on May 30, 1955 to Walter & Gertrude Barch Swol. He graduated in 1976 from Siena Heights University with his Bachelor’s Degree and later obtained his MBA in Business Administration and Management at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, Texas in 1985.

He loved mentoring others whether it be in a professional or personal setting. His love of the outdoors was well known and especially working in his yard. Being a volunteer in his community was also a joy for him, especially Marked for Life Ministries.

Above all else his greatest joy was his family. He was a loving husband, father, & grandfather.

He is survived by:

Wife of 46 years: Kathy Swol

Son: Steven Swol (Caysi)

Daughter-in-law: Winter Swol

Grandsons: Lane Brooks (Aubrie) & Matt Brooks (Anna)

Great-Grandson: Atticus Brooks

Siblings: Patricia Schreivogl (John), Cindi Swol (James Stringer), & Michael Swol (Valerie)

Preceded in death by:

Parents: Walter & Gertrude Swol

Son: Michael Swol

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Marked for Life Ministries (917 Godfrey Ave. S Fort Payne, AL 35967 or to Shepherd’s Cove Hospice (408 Martling Rd Albertville, AL 35951)

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Paula Waters and Executive Team RRC from Carrollton wrote on March 12, 2026 at 8:38 pm

Kathy, Steve and Caysi, our deepest regrets to you and your family. I hope the donation to Life Ministries will honor the contribution of his services to the center by our small gift of gratitude honoring Lawrence Walter Swol. May he rest in peace.

Paula Waters
RRC President/Georgia

Deanna Hellman from Muenster wrote on March 4, 2026 at 3:44 pm

Damian and I are truly saddened to hear of this. He was such a kind man and a true friend to us. Our prayers go out to all who loved him.

Leif Handy from Ogden wrote on February 26, 2026 at 3:48 am

I just found out about this. Kathy, I love Lawrence. He was and remains an amazing mentor and friend to me. We shared a special bond. I appreciated his friendship deeply. I am saddened by this news and hope and pray you feel comforted during this difficult time. He will be deeply missed. Leif Handy from Utah.

Leif Handy from Ogden wrote on February 26, 2026 at 3:48 am

Kevin C Reap from Round Rock wrote on February 25, 2026 at 12:37 am

Condolences Kathy & family. I am deeply saddened to hear of Larry's passing. He was a special guy who will be fondly remember by many. Prayers.

Kathi Dufficy from San Antonio wrote on February 23, 2026 at 9:20 pm

May Larry rest in peace, we always had a lot of laughs at Datacom and living on the Boarder, going across to Progresso, Mexico. RIP my friend.

Nan Jackson from LaGrange wrote on February 23, 2026 at 2:55 am

So sorry, Cathy? We will miss him as well!! Love you both!!!

Nan Jackson from LaGrange wrote on February 23, 2026 at 2:55 am

So sorry, Cathy? We will miss him as well!! Love you both!!!

Nan Jackson from LaGrange wrote on February 23, 2026 at 2:55 am

So sorry, Cathy? We will miss him as well!! Love you both!!!

Nan Jackson from LaGrange wrote on February 23, 2026 at 2:54 am

So sorry, Cathy? We will miss him as well!! Love you both!!!