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His Homegoing Service will be held at New Way Faith Tabernacle Church of God in Christ, 2801 W. 30th St. Zion, IL, on Monday, April 3rd, at 12:00 O’clock Noon, with Pastor
Dr. Robert L. Richards officiating. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Sunday, April 2nd, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and at the church on Monday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will take place on Tuesday, April 4th, at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery at 10:00 a.m.
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Jasper Roy Swift, 67, was called Home by his Heavenly Father, on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, with his family by his side.
Jasper was born on February 16, 1956 in Memphis, Tennessee. He was the second twin son of the late Frank Roland and Mary Elizabeth (Wilkerson) Swift. He was the second born twin of six children. He was raised in Zion, Illinois. When he became an adult, he relocated to Racine, Wisconsin.
Jasper attended Zion Benton Township High School in Zion, Illinois. Jasper proudly served his country with the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged in 1977. He was stationed in Munich, Germany and loved it there! In fact, he even learned to speak the language! After returning from the military, Jasper attended College of Lake County in Grayslake, Illinois, where he studied Criminal Justice and Psychology. He also attended Gateway Technical College in Kenosha, Wisconsin where he studied Computer Technology.
Jasper started working at an early age and had a great work ethic. He spent over 30 years as an accomplished automotive detailer, working for multiple dealerships throughout his career.
Jasper loved nice cars and was a very sharp dresser. His wardrobe included a huge collection of hats and shoes. He also loved cooking and preparing special cuisine dishes. Watching all types of sporting events on T.V. was his favorite pastime.
Jasper had a charismatic personality and a unique sense of humor that was infectious! When he walked into a room, he would immediately captivate the audience! Some of his most famous lines were: “chello-wello”, “baa-bey”, “talk to me quick!” When you heard him say those words, you couldn’t help but crack up laughing! lol
Jasper enjoyed singing and dancing. In fact, he was in a talent show in junior high and high school. A few members of the group were Billy McKinney, Brian Colbert, Yvonne Staples and Calvin Jordan. Jasper was the lead dancer. They portrayed The Temptations. At times, Jasper pretended to be James Brown and would break out into the splits and the camel walk, which were the latest dances back in the day.
As a child, Jasper attended Mount Zion Baptist Church in Zion, IL. Years later, Jasper, along with his twin sister, Glenda, sister Porsha, and twin brothers Donnie and Ronnie, attended Faith Tabernacle Church of God in Christ in Zion, Illinois. Jasper accepted Christ before he transitioned to be with the Lord.
Jasper’s greatest love was his family. He loved his two daughters and grandchildren dearly.
Jasper leaves to cherish his precious loving memory: two daughters, Angela Reed of Zion, Illinois and Lenaya Smith of Kentwood, Michigan. Six grandchildren, Landon Vaughn, Austin Vaughn, twins Mason and Princeton Vaughn, Jada Washington, and Jasmyn Washington. One brother, Donnie (Donna) Swift of Racine, Wisconsin, twin sister, Glenda Duncan of Kenosha, Wisconsin, sister Porsha (David) Theus of LaVergne, Tennessee and sister, Connie Turner of Nashville, Tennessee. Two aunts, Ivy Nell Cunnington of Arlington, Tennessee, Silva (Isadore) Haywood of Oak Park, Michigan and one uncle, Charles (Vernell) Wilkerson of Racine, Wisconsin. He also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. His very close longtime friends were Jackie Stanley, Brian Colbert and James Green.
Jasper was preceded in death by his Father, Frank Roland Swift and Mother, Mary Elizabeth Swift; Grandfather, Roland Swift; Grandmother, Laura Swift; Grandfather, Willis Wilkerson and Grandmother, Lucy Mae Wilkerson. Five deceased uncles: John Ed (Georgia Ruth) Swift; Paul Dean (Laura) Wilkerson; Willis (Lackey) Wilkerson, Jr.; Lloyd Wilkerson and Arthur Cunningham. Two deceased aunts: Augusta (Curtis) McNeil and Clarice Whitmore. One deceased brother, Ronnie (“Rollo”) Swift. One deceased Brother-In-Law, Michael (“Duck”) Turner. One deceased niece, September Swift and five deceased cousins: Robert (Hook) Jurnett-McNeil; Clinton Ray McNeil; Steven McNeil; Timothy Hiler-Swift and Porscha LaKeyle Thomas.
V. Harris says
Rest in Peace Jasper, condolences to the Swift family. God bless you and keep you….
Rosetta French says
My condolences to the family.I will always remember his kindness,love and always greeting everyone with a smile.
Bernie Covelli says
So sorry to read about the passing of our dearest friend. Jasper was a wonderful friend of the Covelli family in Kenosha. May he RIP. Will be sadly missed by Bernie, Rick, Nick, Linda, Juliane
Anthony Graves says
Rest in Heaven My Brother Mr Jasper
Virginia Thomas says
My condolences and prayers are with the family
Mother Louise Matthews says
Rest in peace,
Jasper. it was truly wonderful to meet you. your Spirit was soo sweet. and loving. like your twin sister
Glenda.Im glade to have had the pleasure of meeting you.
Vinnie benjamin says
My prayers are with the family. Rest in peace
Anita Morris,Sherman Mcneil and Mya Morris says
Rest in peace Jasper. We will miss you coming by the house to check on us, dancing and hearing you say talk to me quick BABY. You will be missed so much by Sherman, Anita and Mya.
Charles Smith says
My condolences to lanaya .and the family love you to button .
Connie Turner says
Hey Lil Twin; it’s hard to believe you’re not here. You always brighten up any occasion babe-bay. I’m gonna really miss you & was so very proud of the things you accomplished recently. I know God was working on you. We all seen it and you seemed happier then ever. I believe it will continue in heaven. Love you forever Lil brah.❣️❣️
Margie Taylor says
Prayers and peace to the Swift family. Rest well oir brother. See you in the morning.
Elaine Dillon says
Glenda, you and your loving family have our condolences. My prayers are with you and your family.
Anita Pickens(Brown) says
Rest in peace Jasper. You could out bop everyone.
Gale Catchings says
Jasper I always enjoyed our conversations. You were always smiling and had something funny to say. You will be missed. Rest Well 🙏🏾
Betty Jean Crews 🙏 says
To the Swift family, I’m Jean Crews my daddy and your precious Dad Mr Swift were 1st cousins, if you can remember Hollis, Thess, Tyrome and Donna Swift, there’s so much I want to share about Jasper and Ronnie who I seen often I’m out of room!
Anonymous says
I’m on Facebook, Jean Crews please message me when you get this, and please know that I love and respect both your sweet brothers, I have so much more to share, and my heart felt condolences to the Swift family, my prayers are with you, hope to hear from you soon, I live in Kenosha Wisconsin, Jasper and I rode the bus toughter, and I would see him down town often, Ronnie my brother Thess would hang out toughter at my apartment we laughed and shared memories of our parents and talked about our syblings and how they were doing , it’s ironic my sweet Moma was a twin to my Uncle Ray, and her and Daddy lost twin boys, so twins were in both of their DNA in the Crews and Swift’s ,may the good Lord Jesus bring you comfort in your loss as only he can do, much Love and RESPECT to you all, daddy’s name was Hollis Swift Sr ! 🙏
Betty Jean Crews 🙏 says
I’m on Facebook, Jean Crews please message me when you get this, and please know that I love and respect both your sweet brothers, I have so much more to share, and my heart felt condolences to the Swift family, my prayers are with you, hope to hear from you soon, I live in Kenosha Wisconsin, Jasper and I rode the bus toughter, and I would see him down town often, Ronnie my brother Thess would hang out toughter at my apartment we laughed and shared memories of our parents and talked about our syblings and how they were doing , it’s ironic my sweet Moma was a twin to my Uncle Ray, and her and Daddy lost twin boys, so twins were in both of their DNA in the Crews and Swift’s ,may the good Lord Jesus bring you comfort in your loss as only he can do, much Love and RESPECT to you all, daddy’s name was Hollis Swift Sr ! 🙏
James Lear says
You will be missed my brother
Vernon Estes says
Vernon and Ella Estes
Qudsia S Hayes says
I have looked fir you for years. Going to each car dealership in Kenosha on Sheridan Rd. Last time we spoke that was where you worked. Cried to myself cause I wish I could have seen and talked to you before you returned home. I miss you my friend. Love Always…
Dwight Ower says
I am so sorry to learn of Jasper’s passing. We attended school together in Zion so many years ago. Jasper always had a smile and kind, friendly words. He was a gentle soul. My condolences to all of Jasper’s family and friends. Rest in Peace.
Pauline Redd says
Blessings to the family during this time of sorrow. Glenda and I worked together at Akorn Pharm, she often spoke about her Twin brother.
Many Blessings and Prayers
Pauline