Jack Swearingen

Jack Swearingen, 70, of Maxwell, passed away at home on Saturday, September 14, 2019.

Jack was born November 1, 1948, to Albert and Dorothy Swearingen at Cheyenne, Wyoming where he grew up. Jack graduated from East High School in 1966 then hired on with the Union Pacific Railroad, working as a Pipefitter. His job took him to Hermiston, Oregon in 1969 then brought him to North Platte in 1988 when he switched his craft to Machinist. Jack eventually retired in 2008 after 42 years of service.

On May 18, 1968, Jack married his soul mate Nancy Phillips in Cheyenne and the couple had three daughters. In 2001 they moved from North Platte to Maxwell.

Jack was a member of the Masonic Lodge while living in Oregon. He had served as Past Master, was a member of Scottish Rite and Eastern Star and was Past President of the Shrine Club. Jack was an avid car guy who enjoyed going to the race track where he made lots of friends. It’s easy to say, cars were his passion.

He is survived by his daughters, Kristin Swearingen, of Portland, Oregon, Judi (Brian) Skeoch, of Glenrock, Wyoming and Sheryl May, of Lincoln; grandchildren, Greg Turnbaugh, Cody (Nikki) Wickham and Delaney May; sister, Karen (Roy) Phillips, of North Platte; a niece, two nephews and other family.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Dorothy Swearingen; and wife, Nancy.

In keeping with Jack’s wishes, cremation was chosen and there will be no services. Condolences may be shared online at odeanchapel.com. Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.