of Mayflower, AR
October 28, 1953 - October 26, 2024
Steven Earl Swaffar Sr, ''Steve'' was a cherished father, son, sibling and friend. Surrounded by his sons, he went to be with the Lord on October 26th, 2024. He was born to the late WC Swaffar and the late Melanie Hamling Swaffar Cumnock on October 28th, 1953 in Conway, Arkansas.
Steve was raised as an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed spending his free time working on the farm, fishing and hunting. He carried his love for the outdoors throughout his life and shared that passion with his two sons, as well as many friends and family.
Steve found his true gift in life when he began working for a local jeweler in town. He eventually went on to start his own successful jewelry business, which lasted for more than 30 years. Steve touched the lives of many people with his incredible jewelry work. He was able to share that talent with both of his sons.
Steve is survived by his son, Steven Swaffar and his wife, Taylor of Maumelle; son, Sam Swaffar of Sherwood; his stepmother, Fran Swaffar of Conway; brother, Charlie Swaffar and his wife, Joan of Springfield; sister, Karen Cannon and her husband, Doug of Alabama; sister, Mandy Rush and her husband, Scott of Conway; sister, Melanie Cutbirth and her husband, Tim of Arizona; stepbrother, Mike Hilman and his wife, Sharon of Conway. Steve had many nieces and nephews, great nieces and great-nephews and would have welcomed his first grandchild in March of 2025.
Steve will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
His memorial service will be on Friday, November 1st at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. There will be a visitation at 2:00pm and the service will begin at 3:00pm.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any memorials be made to the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission in honor of Steve.
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23 Condolence(s)
Courtney Bolding Wilgus
Friday, November 1, 2024
Steve was a wonderful friend to my parents and was like an uncle to me while growing up. I'm grateful to have known him. He will be missed for sure. Wishing his family much comfort at this time!
Harris McNeill
Friday, November 1, 2024
Steve was a guy you couldn't help but like. He had respect for all. He was always fair with me and treated me as if I was his only customer. We need more like my friend Steve. God Bless You my brother
You will truly be missed
John Robbins
Friday, November 1, 2024
I started working for Steve when he worked for Gordon's Jewelry and when he started Swaffar Jewelers. We were young, having fun and starting a friendship that lasted a lifetime. We have hunted and golfed all over. What a great and loyal friend! You will be missed. Praying for the family!
Art Mnatzaganian
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Prayers to the family. What a great man. He will be missed. I met Steve through my wife Magidah, he was a good friend and jewler. No more suffering, he is in a better place.
Dee Garrison
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Steve was a great person.
Teresa (Marcotte) Thompson
Thursday, October 31, 2024
I’ve known the Swaffer family my entire life. I love them all and have many fond memories. Steve will be missed by so many. Thoughts and prayers going out to his entire family.
Karen and Doug Cannon
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Steve was my oldest brother. And a great brother to me too! He was a hoot! A real funny guy! Always sweet, and kind to everyone. He always loved adventures, even as a kid. He loved to hunt all wild game, and fishing, was in his soul. He also loved being a great jeweler. But, what Steve loved, and was most proud of, was his 2 sons, Steven, and daughter in law, Taylor, and Sam, his youngest son. They also will carry on Steve’s legacy of hunting, fishing, and loving the jewelry business. Brother, you will be dearly missed, but now, you will suffer no more. Resting, in the arms of Jesus! Love you, Steve! Until we meet again!
Irene Hall
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Steve was a wonderful friend and Jeweler!!! He will be missed so much!! I loved you so much.
thomas j savage
Thursday, October 31, 2024
My family sending our condolences for the passing of Steve, great father!
We have known Steve for a long time!
We will miss a great man!
Carol Gibson
Thursday, October 31, 2024
I met Steve 50 yrs ago , when we both worked at McCain mall, he was a great guy..n one of the best jewelers around. rest in peace Steve . '
Roby G Dryer
Thursday, October 31, 2024
I meet Steve 30 years ago when I worked at Oxford's Jewlers at the McCain mall. When I went to work at Ellis Jewelers and Steve opened his business at the Lakewood village center, I used to stop in and see him. Steve was always a great person. He loved hunting and was a great sportsman. He loved his family deeply often talking about them. I will miss my talks with him. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Randy and Sheila Cain
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Steve was a great friend for over 30 years. We’ve hunted and fished every year when we lived in North Little Rock and worked together for 10 years. He will always be missed especially with we travel going through Little Rock. Praying for the family
Mary Caldwell
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Steve was a wonderful man and will be missed. Prayers to his sons and family
Trevitt Blackburn and Jake Blackburn
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Please accept our condolences for your loss. Steve was one of the best.
Dick and Nita Shaw
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Eternal rest grant unto them,
O Lord, and let perpetual light
shine upon them. May the souls
of all the faithful departed, through
the mercy of God, rest in peace.
You would be missed by those who loved you!
Eddie Swaffar
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
RIP
Debbie Solomon
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
My thoughts & prayers are with Steve’s family & friends. It has been many years since I have seen Steve. I met him during my years living in Conway. He has always remained a special person to me. I am heartbroken to read of his passing.
Donna Linker
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
I met Steve almost 50 years ago. I started in the jewelry business at 16 in McCain Mall. He was at Gordon’s Jewelers doing repairs…. We stayed in touch here and there when he opened Swaffar Jewelers. David Moore, Steve and I would stroll down memory lane and the history of jewelers in the area.
So many good memories as a small part of his robust and fulfilled life. Condolences to his family and close friends.
Teresa Whitlock
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
I’ve known Steve for many many years. He was a great man and a great friend. Fly high buddy.
Doug & Joyce Wilson
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Steve has been a long time friend of ours, going way back to the days of playing softball together in our late teens and into our early twenties. Steve was not only a good friend, but our family jeweler for decades. We're relieved that he is whole again and no longer battling any physical challenges. He will be missed by all our family. We pray for comfort and peace to all Steve's family and friends, who we know will dearly miss his physical presence. Steve's spirit will continue to be with all those that he loved. Rest in peace my friend and brother.
Doug & Joyce Wilson
Jackie Schorman
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Steve was a dear friend and will be greatly missed by all. I had the honor of working with Steve and he was an awesome Jeweler. But most important he was a great friend and an awesome person. Blessings and prayers for all of the family. Bless Steven and Samuel. Love you both. Jackie
Dena Spears
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Steve was a great person- I know he will be missed terribly. Steve is now whole again and his struggles are over.
Dena Spears
Judy Gould
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Steve will be missed by many. He was a great jeweler and friend. My son, Brian, became a jeweler because Steve hired and taught him. What a patient man! He will be sorely missed.