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            <text>Martha J. Swisher, 86, of Cheshire, Ohio, passed away, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at her residence.&#13;
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Born on June 7, 1938 in Cheshire, Ohio, Martha was the daughter of the late Dale I. and Lucille Bradbury Mulford.  Martha married Cloyce Swisher who preceded her in death on September 25, 2013.  She graduated from Cheshire High School Class of 1956 and retired from Buckeye Rural Electric after 40 years of service.  Martha was a member of River of Life Methodist Church.  She enjoyed her grandchildren, flower gardening, and auctions.&#13;
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Martha is survived by her son, Greg (Mary Ann) Mulford of Cheshire, Ohio; grandchildren to whom she was known as Mom Maw, Megan (Jonathan) Helsabeck of Summerville, South Carolina and Matthew Mulford of Cheshire, Ohio; great grandchildren, Braiden, Kaylei, McKinley, Paisley, Oaklei, and Amy; sisters, Carolyn (Bob) Holland of Cheshire, Ohio and Sandra Mulford of Gallipolis, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.&#13;
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In addition to her parents and husband Cloyce, Martha was preceded in death by a great granddaughter, Jianna and four siblings, Galen Mulford, Robert Mulford, Vivian Grant, and Wendell Mulford.  &#13;
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In accordance with Martha’s wishes, there will be no calling hours or graveside services. </text>
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