Mrs. Frances Conley Swafford, 88, of Connelly Springs, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center, following a period of declining health.
Frances was born on March 12, 1937, in Burke County to the late Roy James Conley and Effie Burleson Conley. She was the former owner and operator of Mimosa Beauty Salon for many years in Valdese and always enjoyed talking and spending time with her clients.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Swafford, two brothers, Eugene Allen Conley and James Stephen Conley, two sisters, Rebecca Conley Myers and Kay Conley Vinay, three nephews, James Allen Conley, Jaime Conley, Scott Epps and Shane Epps, and a niece, Angela Seagle.
Surviving is her beloved daughter, Kelly Swafford of the home, and one sister, Kitty Conley Benfield. Also surviving are her nieces and nephews, Kathy White, Rusty Vinay, Jeffrey Braswell, Tony Marshall, Jerry Conley, and Chaun Benfield.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 2:00 P.M in the Chapel of Heritage Funeral Service, with Rev. Jerry Conley officiating.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. at Heritage Funeral Service in Valdese.
An online guestbook and obituary is available at www.heritagefuneralservices.com
Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory of Valdese is assisting the Swafford family.
I am so sorry to hear about Frances. She was a true blue friend of 70 years. I’m so glad I got to see her and talk with her just recently. I will miss her. Prayers for you, Kelly and family.
Gladys Glazebrooks
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Kelly, I’m so sorry. Barbara and I will be unable to attend the service but you will be in our prayers. Dewayne Buchanan
Such a beautiful sweet “LADY”; Lori and I only knew Frances for a short time, but we were both impressed with her kind demeanor. I’m sure it is a big loss for the family, we’ll be in prayer for everyones peace in this time while realizing she is safe with her Lord. ✝️
I am so sorry Kelly. I loved your mother and you. I will remember you in my prayers.
Kelly, so sorry to hear about your mom. She was truly a wonderful lady and such a special part of our lives. Take care of yourself and know she will be with you every day going forward. You are fortunate to have such wonderful parents that loved you so much. Be strong and smile everyday……Frances and Eloise will be telling stories, doing perms and teasing hair together once again. Hope to see you sometime soon.
So many special memories.
Love you,
Pat Martin & Bobbie Shoemaker
Kelly, I am so sorry, will always remember our gettogethers at the Olive Garden. Frances was a beautiful person. My prayers are with you.
Kay was a faithful friend to many in Valdese. Her warmth and laughter will be missed. So sorry for your loss. Jeanine Barus
Kelly,
Your momma was a special lady and she’s raised a beautiful daughter. I am thankful I knew Frances and Howard both.
May God give you strength and comfort-
My prayers go with you!
Kelly we will keep you in our prayers. I can not tell you of the many beautiful conversations your mother and I had over the years. She was a strong community figure for Valdese and a dea, sweet lady. Love you.
Kelly, We are so sorry for your loss! Our whole
Community is going to miss seeing your Mom!
She was a sweet Lady! Love and prayers for you
And all the Family ❣️❣️
Kelly, Daddy, Myron and I are so sorry to hear about your sweet mom. She was such a wonderful lady and friend! We are sorry we weren’t able to come to the service on Saturday. Daddy’s been sick and Myron and I were unable to leave the restaurant. You are in all of our prayers.