Obituaries

Daniel Lee Swafford

Daniel Lee Swafford: 1943 - 2026

Mr. Daniel Lee Swafford, 82, of Franklin, NC passed away on October 21, 2026. He was born November 12, 1943, in Macon County to the late Troy Swafford and Lottie Roper Swafford.

Daniel was a loving husband, father, and cherished “Paw Paw” and “Poppy.” A member of Mt. Sinai Assembly of God, he treasured his family and enjoyed spending time outdoors camping, hunting, cutting wood, and clearing land. He loved cheering on the Atlanta Braves, watching NASCAR, and following politics.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Mary Sue Leach and Gladys Rowland; and his brothers, James Swafford, Joe Swafford, Sammy Swafford, and Carl Swafford.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 62 years, Mildred Swafford; two daughters, Carolyn Cope (Kevin), and Dana Gatley (James); six grandchildren, Leah McConnell (Jeff), Philip Cope (Becca), Derrick Cope (Rebecca), Ivy Averette (Ethan), Emma Jones, and Lily Jones; great-grandchildren, Khloe McConnell, Ezra Cope, baby girl Cope, Brady Averette, Hadleigh Averette, and Anna Kate Averette; and his sister, Martha Odom.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Mt. Sinai Assembly of God at 2:00 PM with Rev. Johnny Raby officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM till 2:00 at the church prior to the service. Burial will follow in the Roper Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kevin Cope, Philip Cope, Derrick Cope, James Gatley, Johnny Williamson, and Jeff McConnell.

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