Patsy Jean Swartz, 81, passed away peacefully at her home in Newport on July  16, 2025. She was born August 24, 1943 to John C. and Helen P Kuhn in Millerstown.

She is survived by daughter Patricia Lowe of Millerstown; sons John Swartz of Newport, Michael and wife Brenda Swartz of Newport, Matthew Swartz and fiance Stacey Snook of Mifflintown; brothers Ronald Kuhn (Darla) of Newport and John Kuhn Jr. of Millerstown; granddaughters Erica Lowe of Newport and Tiffany Irvin of Linglestown and eight great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Clyde Swartz, Sr, grandson Jason Lowe and son-in-law Gregory Lowe. She was preceded in death by sisters Doris Treaster and Betty Wetzler.

Patsy was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking and baking for her family. Her favorite time of the year was time spent with her family at Christmas. She enjoyed spending time outside and was an avid bird watcher and enjoyed tending to her flowers. 

Patsy's greatest joy in her life was her family including her loyal, loving sheltie C.J.

Services will be held Wednesday, July 23 with a viewing  from 11 - 12 PM at the David Myers Funeral Home, Newport. A graveside service will follow in the Lost Creek Mennonite Church Cemetery, Oakland, Mills.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Perry County Animal Rescue, 379 Sugar Run Road, Millerstown, PA 17062.