About This Memory Space
This page was created for Annie Mary Swift's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Annie Mary Swift's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Annie Mary Swift. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Annie Mary Swift radiated warmth, resilience, and profound faith, touching countless lives with her nurturing spirit and joyful demeanor in Indianapolis.
From her roots in Pheba, Mississippi, Annie Mary Swift grew into a woman whose gentle strength and boundless compassion defined her days. Her life was a testament to unwavering devotion to God, evident in her active role at Abundant Life Ministry Community Church, where she served as a revered Church Mother, offering guidance and tenderness to the congregation. Even in her last moments, her faith shone brightly as she raised her hands in worship. Known for her nonjudgmental love and knack for brightening any room, Annie embraced hobbies like crafting floral designs, adorning her spaces, and preparing mouthwatering meals that drew people together.
Annie poured her dedication into factory work over many years, mastering her craft while building lasting bonds with colleagues she fondly called her children. Her entrepreneurial spark led her to open Linda's Place, where her legendary Murphy Burgers became a local sensation, with friends and family often turning to her for cooking wisdom that reflected her generous heart.
Family & Loved Ones
Annie wove her days around the joys of kinship, surrounding herself with the unwavering support of her husband, John Swift, and daughter Lesia Akinsonu (ID Akinsonu). Her granddaughters Porcha Arnold and Jasmine McNeil (Jeffrey McNeil), along with great-grandson Jaleel McNeil, were sources of endless delight, while siblings like Dossie Gates (Annette Gates) and a wide circle of relatives filled her world with shared laughter and steadfast loyalty. Though she mourned the loss of daughter Linda Cassell and other cherished kin, Annie's compassionate embrace extended to all, creating a tapestry of unconditional affection.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from across Annie's circle capture a woman whose kindness and faith left an enduring glow, with many recalling her infectious smiles and homemade feasts that gathered hearts.
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