Keith M. Swank, 88, of Butler, PA, passed away on May 27, 2026.
He was born on October 25, 1937 in Somerset, PA to the late John A. Swank and Mary C. (Metzler) Swank.
He graduated from Somerset Area High School and California University of Pennsylvania, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Arts. He taught at Thorn Hill School and then worked at Butler Area Junior High School for 37 years as an industrial arts teacher before retiring in 1997. He was well known throughout the area, often recognized by former students who remembered the projects they had created in his workshop classes. Following retirement he taught driving lessons at the Herb Elias Driving program.
Keith was a devoted member of Hill United Presbyterian Church, where he served as an elder and deacon, participated on the nomination committee, ushered, and helped serve communion.
An avid sports fan throughout his life, Keith grew up playing baseball, football, basketball, and wrestling. Later in life, he enjoyed attending sporting events whenever he could and watching games on television.
He is survived by wife Joyce and her family; son, Aaron (Nichole) Murray- Swank; grandchildren, Ava Murray- Swank, Jacob Swank, and Maryn Swank; sister Sandra Sunseri, and daughter- in- law, Sue Swank.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his first wife, Carol Swank; son, Brian Swank; brother, Robert Swank, and sister Lois Stuart.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at Thompson-Miller Funeral Home, Inc., 124 E. North Street, Butler, PA 16001.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. at Thompson- Miller Funeral Home, Inc., 124 E. North Street, Butler, PA 16001, with Pastor Leigh Benish officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hill United Presbyterian Church at 501 2nd St, Butler, PA 16001. Donations will be directed towards Carol Swank Youth Education Fund.
All who knew Keith are encouraged to share memories and upload photos to his unique remembrance page at www.thompson-miller.com.