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Obituary for Swain


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Friday January 08, 1999

Jeanne M. Swain, loving mother, daughter and grandmother, age 71, passed away January 4, 1999 in Tucson, AZ after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on July 19, 1927 in Green Camp, Ohio, she moved to Albuquerque in 1961. She loved the Land of Enchantment. In the 60s, she was active in local theatre, including the Corrales Adobe Theatre and Albuquerque Little Theatre. She was a pioneer in the film industry in New Mexico, becoming the first screen actors guild-franchised agent in the state. Her compassion for actors and love of the arts were an inspiration to many people. She had served as Public Relations Director at the University of Albuquerque and as Film Commissioner for the City of Albuquerque. After retirement she divided her time between Albuquerque and Tucson and dedicated herself to geneology, writing, and world travel. She was a member of the Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her father, Orie J. Mossbarger; and her step-father, Howard C. Rathburn. She is survived by her son, Alan D. Swain IV of Albuquerque; daughter, Sandra J. Rodriguez, son-in-law, Michael, and granddaughter, Eva of Westminster, CO; and mother, Grace E. Rathburn of Tucson, AZ. Rosary will be at 7:00 p.m., Sunday, January 10, 1999 at South Lawn Mortuary, 5401 S. Park, Tucson, AZ. Funeral Mass will be at 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 11, 1999 at St. John Catholic Church, 602 W. Ajo Way. Our Mother was a very special person and was loved by family and friends around the world. She will be greatly missed by all-until we meet again, Mom. Arrangements by South Lawn Mortuary.