Benjamin Sweitzer

Benjamin Karl Sweitzer Sr. of Enon, Ohio and formerly of Shaft, Maryland concluded the final chapter of his earthly life on August 19, 2015 at his home with his family by his side. Benjamin was the son of the late Benjamin Isaac Sweitzer and the late Gladys Lee (Wright) Sweitzer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Pearl Marie (Wright) Sweitzer in 2014 and his daughter, Alesia Lee Richmond in 2013. Benjamin is survived by three sons; Benjamin K. Sweitzer Jr. of Wilmington, Kurtis Von Sweitzer of London, Kevin Shaun Isaac Sweitzer Sr. and wife, Leslie of Springfield. In addition, he is survived by two sisters; Lois J. Hann and Tamara Lee Miller of Frostburg, Maryland and a son-in-law, Todd Richmond. He was a grandfather to nine grandchildren and their names are as follows; Jerry Durst, Mellissia Durst, Chris Richmond, Amber Sweitzer, Kristin Sweitzer, Benjamin K. Sweitzer III, Kevin Shaun I. Sweitzer Jr., Michael Backus, Sarah Alice Sweitzer, and numerous great grandchildren, neices, nephews, and friends. Benjamin served 4 years of active service in the U.S. Airforce from 1952-1956. In addition, he served 25 years in the Air Force Reserves retiring as a Master Sergeant in 1993. During those years, he was employed as a federal employee at Wright Patterson Airforce Base in the 4950th test wing where one of his duties was as a parachute rigger. He had the opportunity to work on the drag chutes for the NASA shuttles. In his retirement years, he enjoyed planting a large garden and canning what he grew with his wife, Pearl. He liked to give away and share his crops with others. Most of all, he cherished time spent with his wife and family that he truly loved. For the last 18 months of his life before he became ill, he devoted his time solely to giving care to Pearl while she battled cancer. Funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday, August 22, 2015 at Enterprise Baptist Church, 1614 Stewart Blvd, Fairborn. Burial will follow the service in Enon Cemetery where military honors will be conducted. Visitation will be held from 9-11 am in the church prior to the service. Adkins Funeral Home, Enon is assisting Benjamin’s family with his final wishes. www.adkinsfunerals.com

Benjamin Sweitzer

February 21, 1935 - August 19, 2015