David Swain, had infectious smile

David was a very kind and caring individual in all that he did. From an early age, he battled diabetes throughout his life, and still always had a smile and a joke for anyone in need. He graduated from Sussex Tech and worked in the restaurant business for years. He most recently worked at Arena’s Deli.

David is survived by his mother, Dot Swain of Monroe, N.C., who carried him under her heart for nine months; she will carry him in her heart forever. David is also survived by his father, Roger Swain and stepmother Ada Gonzalez of Milford; his brother, Jeff Swain, his sister-in-law Laddie, and nephews Gavin and Grayson of Indian Trail, N.C.; his brother, Cameron Swain, sister-in-law Cheryl, nephew Kayson, and niece Gracelynn of Lincoln. David will be missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and countless friends. 

David had a wonderful sense of humor and an infectious smile. Through jokes and stories, he loved making people smile. His intense love of football (especially the Dallas Cowboys) often gave him plenty of attention amidst the sea of other football fans, but his warmth, personal charm, and passion for sports, including professional wrestling, endeared even the mildest fans. 

A memorial service and celebration of David’s life will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 30, at Coolspring Presbyterian Church, 28843 Log Cabin Hill Road, Lewes. The service will be officiated by David’s brother, Rev. Cameron Swain, ThM, of Trinity Baptist Church of Millsboro. 

In lieu of flowers, consider donating to the American Diabetes Association, diabetes.org.

Honor David and his memory by doing something nice but unexpected for someone else; that’s what David would do! He will be very missed. 

Arrangements by Lofland Funeral Home, Milford. 

Letters of condolence may be shared with the family at loflandandmcknatt.com.