William "Bill" Swagart

William "Bill" Swagart, 81,of Massillon, Ohio passed away on April 8, 2024. Bill was born on March 8, 1943, to the late Granville and Emmabelle Swagart.

Bill was a 1961 graduate of Massillon Washington High School. The following year, he married the love of his life Dorothy. Bill retired from Downtown Ford Canton after over 30 years of employment. After retirement, Bill and Dorothy owned and operated Beach City Amvets. He was a long time member of the Sons of Herman. Bill had a love for motorcycles, particularly Harley Davidsons. He enjoyed riding dirt bikes, going shooting and hunting.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Nancy Swagart.

William is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Dorothy Swagart; children, Susan (Randy) Shanklin and Lynell (Eric) Shilling; grandchildren, Alysha (Ryan) Shanklin, Danielle (Aaron) Shanklin, Trevor (Marlene) Harris, and Megan (Charlie) Jenkins; 11 great-grandchildren; and his special friend, Charlie White.

At this time, there are no services scheduled for Bill. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.