Canner Amos Swayne, 82, Dies
Amos Swayne, co-founder of Case Swayne Co., a major Santa Ana-based food processor, died at his home on Wednesday. He was 82.
Swayne’s son Keith, now president of the firm, said his father was a “self-educated and self-made man” who spent more than 60 years in the canning industry.
Born in Glendale, Ore., in 1910, Amos Swayne joined with Paul Case to form Case Swayne Co. in 1943. He previously worked as production manager for another firm.
Case Swayne will celebrate its 50th year in business in 1993.
Peter Swayne, another son, , is also active in the company.
Amos Swayne is survived by his wife Iva, three children and six grandchildren.
A private family memorial service is planned.
The family requests that those wishing to offer their remembrances may do so by contributing to the Amos Swayne Memorial Fund/OCCF at the Orange County Community Foundation, 695 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa 92626.
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