Larry Swafford

The Swafford Family is saddened to announce the passing of Larry Swafford on May 26, 2023 after a protracted battle with Alzheimer's disease. Born and raised in Placerville, CA, Larry attended El Dorado High School where he was a proud member of the football team. Following his graduation, Larry held a variety of jobs including building rockets at Aerojet and working as a lineman for the telephone company, but his greatest joy and achievement was his time as a Firefighter and Captain at the Fire Department. Larry enjoyed hunting with his dogs, fishing, scuba diving, tennis, golf and endurance horseback riding. Above all, Larry was loving and devoted to his family. He is survived by his former wife, Gale, wife, Georgiana, and his children Tracy (Jim), Teresa, Travis (Danielle), and his sister, Sharon. He was a proud grandfather and uncle to his grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Larry will be remembered at a celebration of his life on July 8 from 1:00-4:00 pm in Sierra Room at 471 Maidu Drive, Auburn, CA 95603.