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Richard Earl Swedberg

Richard Earl Swedberg Regional notice
1956-01-22 - 2026-10-13
Oakey’s East Chapel
Service details listed with Oakey's Funeral Service (last service date 2026-10-20); verify visitation and service times on the funeral-home page.
Richard E. Swedberg, Jr., 70, of Roanoke, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. He retired from Southern States. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Richard E. Swedberg, Sr. and Zaida V. Swedberg; and one brother, Rodney E. Swedberg. Richard is survived by his loving wife, Alena Sehnal; daughter, Angela M. Webb; grandson, Joshua A. Webb; sis...

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