Floyd Swonke, age 55 of Waller passed away on October 21, 2015. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Barbara Swonke; sisters, Pauline and Elizabeth Swonke and brothers-in-law, Bobby Gaskamp and Robert Eisworth. He is survived by siblings, Bernardine Gaskamp, Wilfred Swonke and wife Cheryl, Charles Swonke and wife Rita, Rachel Eisworth, Barbara Jean Marzahn, Clora Caddell and Fred Argir and Tonnette Munger-Swonke as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews and his constant companion Blue.

Floyd was born the 8th child to Joe and Barbara and was raised in Waller where he graduated from Waller High School. He excelled in welding in high school, competing in the state welding championship. After high school he enjoyed many years working on the Bud Adams Ranch. He used his welding skills in various occupations, most recently at Hockley Rail Car, now GBW Rail Service where he was the valve supervisor.

Visitation will be Sunday, October 25, 2015 from 4-7pm with Rosary beginning at 6:30pm. Funeral Services will be Monday, October 26, 2015 at 10:30am at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Plantersville with Fr. Ed Kucera officiating. Interment will follow at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery.