Paul “Wes” Swisher Sr.

January 12, 2021

Paul Wesley “Wes” Swisher, Sr. went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 12, 2021 peacefully in his home in Chesapeake, Virginia Wes was a native of West Virginia. He was drafted into World War II at the young age of 18 where he served in the Pacific on the USS Columbus. His life changed when he met the love of his life Nancy, the two were married in 1954. They were married for 38 years until Nancy was called home by the Lord in 1992. He is survived by his three children Leigh Ann Bell (“Bear” deceased), Nancy Lou Stone (Ken), Paul W. Swisher Jr. (Laura); 6 grandchildren Carl Lippert (Rikki), Holly Rode (Eric), PJ Neumann (Ashley), Tiffany Hallett (Zach), Jake Swisher and Abby Swisher; 3 great grandchildren Brandon Lippert, Elli Neumann, and Connor Halllett. He loved his children but the true light in his eyes were his grandchildren. He found his calling as Granddad. They will miss his love and generosity. Wes was a teacher and a coach at Deep Creek High School in Chesapeake from 1955 until he retired in 1989. He was affectionately known by the students and athletes as Bud. He coached all sports at one point or another, but Baseball was his love. Wes was loved by students and was very well respected by his fellow teachers. He affected the lives of many young men and women with his ability to communicate and listen. He taught P.E. and Drivers Ed. Wes was a member of the inaugural class for the Chesapeake Sports Hall of Fame. He was known to love a good joke, Yankees Baseball, WVU sports and old western movies. He attended many Tides baseball with his nephew David. He loved to fish and hunt in his younger years. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite high school’s athletic fund in his name. Family requests privacy at this time