Harold Swatfager

Harold Swatfager, 77 of Ellendale, ND died May 29, 2025 at Avera St. Luke’s Hospital, Aberdeen, SD. He was born to Ervin and Irmgard (Banse) Swatfager on February 16, 1948 in Aberdeen. Harold was baptized March 14, 1948 and confirmed June 10, 1962. He was educated at Ellendale High School and very active with the class of 1966. Harold was a devoted member of Zion Lutheran Church serving as an elder and trustee and spending many hours volunteering his time with snow removal and lawn care. Harold joined the Ellendale Fire Department in 1980 as a dedicated fireman serving many positions through the years. One of his many duties as a city employee, Harold enjoyed caretaking at the Ellendale City Cemetery. He also mowed lawn for several Ellendale residents. Harold is survived by his brothers: Herb of Riverdale, ND; Richard, Allen and Paul and sister-in-law Joyce all of Ellendale, ND. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother: Walt and sisters: Linda and Dorothy.

The funeral service is 10:30am Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at Zion Lutheran Church, Ellendale with Pastor Paul Preus officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial is at Ellendale City Cemetery. Harold's service will be live streamed here on his obituary page. Arrangements by Hoven Funeral Chapel, Ellendale. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent in honor of Harold for the Family, Fire Protection District, or Zion Lutheran Church to: PO Box 414, Ellendale, ND 58436.

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