Allan Bailey Swaggerty, 65, a resident of Hurley, NM

: Category: Obituaries; 18 November 2024

SwaggertyA Allan Bailey Swaggerty was born to John David and Ruby K. Swaggerty on September 8, 1959 in Toledo, Ohio. Allan was the youngest of four children, Nancy, David and Jane.

Allan was raised by his single mother, Ruby and older sister Nancy. Allan was preceded in death by his sister Jane in 2022, Mother in 1992 and Father in 1960. Being born to a family in the late 50's, he developed a life-long love for many genres of music spanning from the 50's to the 70's. Allan was extremely nostalgic and had an amazing memory for dates, birthdays, anniversaries and many moments in history. Allan attended Carson Long Military Academy during his later high school years in Missouri. Upon graduation, he entered the Army and served his country for 15 years. He served in Missouri, Massachusetts, Germany and in Saudi Arabia during the Persian Gulf War, ending his career in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Allan married Lana Criswell while stationed in Puerto Rico and they moved to Juneau, Alaska for a seven-year adventure. They were blessed with Andrew Swaggerty in 1998. The Swaggerty's Three moved to Silver City, NM in 2000 to operate Silver Pest Control.

Allan is survived by his only child, Andrew Swaggerty and Lana Shirey (Doyle) and their daughter Alexis Shirey. He is also survived by his sister Nancy and brother David (Katy) all residing in Ohio with numerous nieces and nephews. Allan retired his "pest control can" in May of 2023. At this time, Allan's health took a sharp yet silent decline. Prior to Allan's death on November 3rd of 2024, he was medically transported to Memorial Medical in Las Cruces, NM. Diagnosed with congestive heart and renal failure due to extensive blockage and infection. In an attempt to address kidney drainage via stents, Allan's blood pressure and oxygen levels could not be stabilized resulting in heart failure. Allan loved the Lord and attended Calvary Baptist Church. He loved his church family and was so grateful for the unconditional love and care he received there.

Allan requested cremation with Terrazas Funeral Chapels. He will be "planted" in the Fort Bayard National Cemetery with full military honors after a funeral service conducted by Jason Holden (Pastor: Calvary Baptist Church) at Terrazas Funeral Chapels at 9:30 am on Friday, November 22, 2024.

Cremation will take place at Terrazas Crematory. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory "Trust care for the ones you love" ~ 575-537-0777. To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com.

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