May 2, 1967 - July 10, 2024
Service
Celebration of Life, Saturday, September 7th from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at 6132 Township Rd. 21, Marengo, OH 43334
Loraine Ann (Davis) Swank, affectionately known as Lorie to her friends and family, passed away on July 10th, 2024, at Cleveland Clinic Hospital at the age of 57 leaving behind a legacy of love for her family and all the lives she touched. Born on May 2, 1967, in Columbus, OH, to Carolyn Davis and Thomas (Tom) Davis.
Lorie was raised in Westerville Ohio and graduated from Westerville North in 1985. Lorie then attended the Ohio State University where she earned her Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy in 1989. From there Lorie went to work for Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities (FCBDD), She refined her occupational therapy skills and focused all of her energy on pediatric occupational therapy. Lorie was employed as an occupational therapist at Dublin City Schools, Oakstone Community School, Nationwide Children's Hospital and for the last eleven years at Franklin County Board of Development Disabilities. Lorie helped hundreds of young families in Central Ohio and went out of her way to give them the support they needed.
Lorie was blessed to have a loving family and all birthdays, holidays and many special occasions were celebrated. Her most loved time of the year was having the family in prior to Christmas to make cookies affectionately known as "Cookie Day". Lorie enjoyed to traveling and every year included at least one trip to Siesta Key on vacation, where she had visited since she was a young girl with friends and family. As the anchor and guiding light for the family, Lorie was the angel they needed in their lives.
Beyond family, Lorie was graced to have the most beautiful friends that were always there for each other. Lorie's friends were her extended family and she loved them with all dearly. The friendships Lorie had created were extensive and everyone enjoyed every second of every moment together.
Lorie was a true guiding spirit giving all she could to her family, friends and anyone that was blessed to be in here presence.
Given Lorie's passion for children the most perfect quote at this time is from Dr. Seuss "Dont cry because its over, smile because it happened."
Lorie is predeceased in death by her father Thomas (Tom) Davis, father-in-law Richard (Dick ) Swank, grandparents Thomas and Lillian Davis and Charles and Mary Margaret Keeling.
Lorie is survived by her enduring and loving husband, Brian Swank; Mother, Carolyn Keeling Davis; Mother-in-Law Bonnie Swank; daughter, Danielle Merola; son, Aric Merola; stepdaughters Morgan and Alexa Swank and Uncles John (Karen) Keeling and Rick Keeling. We will all deeply miss her guiding light and love.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. To leave a special message for the family please visit.
https://www.stjude.org/
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday September 7th, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at 6132 Township Road 21, Marengo, OH 43334 for friends and family.
Condolences
Nicole (Poplos) Thompson - Jul 18, 2024
Prayers and sympathy for Lorie's family and friends. Lori took me under her wing to show me the world of OT and I am forever grateful. She was an amazing OT but most importantly and amazing person. May her memory be eternal.
Carol Owens - Jul 17, 2024
I was lucky enough to have worked with and learned from Lorie at FCBDD. Lorie was such a beautiful person. She will be greatly missed by so many. It just shows how many lives she touched. My thoughts are with your family at this difficult time.
Ann Marie Horton - Jul 17, 2024
Lorie was a beautiful person and devoted to the children and families she helped along their way at FCBDD. I am so sorry for your loss of such a special wife, Mom, daughter and person. May God's peace and Lorie's love surround you.
Sherri Rodgers - Jul 17, 2024
So incredibly sorry for your loss. I am grateful to have known and worked with Lorie all these years. Her wit , intellect and compassion were always on display. She was an inspiration with how she lived her life and handled adversity. Love and prayers for her and all who loved her.
Sarah Haring - Jul 17, 2024
Lorie had the most beautiful smile which she wore most of the time. Lorie was an amazing OT . She also was a great animal lover, and I was blessed to have a dog she suggested I adopt (Shaggy). She will be missed, but I am grateful to have known her when she worked at FCBDD ( both times!). Your family is in my thoughts and prayers
Suzi Bone - Jul 17, 2024
I was beyond blessed in her life and am totally devastated by her early death. She was one of my closest friends and I loved her so much!