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Leah Escobar Swain left this world early on November 19, 2019. She was born March 1, 1992 in Lancaster, Ohio, the youngest of five children, to Randall and Dianna Swain.
Leah attended Eastland Performing Arts High School in Reynoldsburg, OH. After graduating from high school, she obtained her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Dance and Theatre Arts from Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids, MI. After college, Leah lived in PA for a year, after which she moved to Salem, OR. In Salem, she worked in a special education classroom at Keizer Elementary School as an instructional assistant. More recently, she worked at Northbank Surgical Center as a medical assistant.
Leah’s love for life was contagious to all those around her. Her love of dance led her to meet and fall in love with Pedro Escobar. They were married on the beach at Neskowin, OR on August 10, 2019. Their daughter, Arabella Leah Escobar Swain was born on November 19, 2019.
Survivors include her parents, Randall and Dianna Swain of Amanda, OH; husband, Pedro; daughter, Arabella; and step-son, Leonardo Escobar (all of Salem, OR); siblings, Matthew (Lori) Swain of Salem, OR, Bethany (Seth) Watts of Shippensburg, PA, Zachary (Andrea) Swain of Lancaster, OH, and Rebecca (Christopher) Cain of Flagstaff; and several nieces and nephews.
A Mass for Leah will be held at St.Vincent de Paul Catholic Church (1010 Columbia St. NE, Salem, OR) at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2019, to be followed by a Celebration of Leah’s Life at 3:30 p.m. at Johnson Funeral Home (134 Missouri Ave. S, Salem), followed by a reception. Assisting the family is Johnson Funeral Home.
Our hearts and prayers go out to the Swain and Escobar families. Leah was such a joy to be around. We feel priviledged to have known her. We are so sorry for your loss.
My heart aches for Leah’s family. May the Lord grant you peace and comfort during this most difficult time. I share a memory of Leah when she was the flower girl at her brother Matt’s wedding. She was such a sweet, little girl and grew into a sweet young lady. Prayers to Pedro and the Swain family.
“¡Dios no prometió días sin dolor, risa sin tristeza ni sol sin lluvia, pero si prometió fuerza para tu día, consuelo para tus lágrimas y la luz para su camino!” Mi más sentido pésame no solo a ti Pedro pero también ambas familias de los dos y que Dios les de la fortaleza que necesitan en este momento. Seguirán en mis oraciones y sobre toda tu pequeña.
To the Swain Family. So sad to hear this tragic news. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. God Bless! Martha and Scott Taylor, Lancaster OH
We were shocked and filled with unbelief when we heard the news. Our hearts hurt for your family and church family.
We are lifting you in prayer and your precious granddaughter.
May God comfort your hearts until that great reunion in Heaven.
Linda and Roger Barnes
Words can't even begin to say how sorry I am for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy.
My heart is breaking for Leah's family. Prayers for your comfort during this difficult time.
Oh y’all. My heart breaks. I will never forget her sweet face and beautiful smile. Praying for you all, and the precious angel she left behind.
To the Swain Family
Our hearts truly go out to each of you during this most difficult time. We continue to pray for all of you and your precious baby! Praying God will give each of you the peace that passes all understanding!!
We have great memories of Leah during the elementary years at Green Tree. Always a bright light and beautiful smile!! Know that she will always be watching over you!!
Our hearts break for Leah's family.
She leaves behind an angel on earth who will carry her legacy forward. We wish peace and comfort to all those who knew and loved her. Thank you for trusting Johnson Funeral Home with her arrangements.