Norma Louise Swain, 95, of Mount Camel, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at home surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on July 25, 1930, in Mount Carmel, Illinois, the daughter of Grant Kermit and Helen Fern (Peterson) McTaggart. Norma married Randall Swain on August 27, 1947, Mount Carmel and together they enjoyed sixty-five years of marriage before his passing on January 15, 2015.
Norma was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who cherished her family above all else. She took great pride in her three wonderful children and deeply treasured the time she spent with her grandchildren. A faithful member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Norma began serving at just fourteen years old, assisting her mother with Sunday School. Over the years, her dedication only grew; she served on the church board and held various leadership roles. She loved singing in the church from a young age and continued as a member of the choir for thirty years. She was also an active and committed member of the United Methodist Women. Even in her later years, Norma’s love for family and simple joys remained strong. When celebrating her 95th birthday, Norma chose to gather her loved ones for a July wiener roast, creating a warm and memorable time together.
Norma will be remembered by her son, Charles Swain and wife, Karen; grandchildren, April (Kent) Swain Hawley, Shawn (Cara Weaver) Swain, Jack Randall Swain, Zach (Jill) Hunt and T.J. (Marissa) Hunt; great grandchildren, Taylor (Jordan) Byrns, Cicely Reese, Logan (Mya) Johnson, Kannon Stangle, Jaxton Swain, Gavin (Kaylee) Swain, Tullulah Swain, and Rilynn Swain; great-great grandchildren, Alexis Bertram, Brooklyn Bertram, Maddux Hunt, Adailynn Schultz, Ryder Carsey, Beckett Byrns, Leighton Reese, and Sydney Swain; many loved nieces, nephews and cousins.
Norma was preceded in death by her parents; son, Jack Randall Swain; daughter, Kristen Leah Swain; sisters, Barbara McChesney and Jean Ann Ahlfeld.
Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 12:00 p.m.- 1:00 p.m., Monday, March 30, 2026, at Highland Memorial Cemetery at the Mausoleum.
A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, March 30, 2026, at Highland Memorial Garden Mausoleum with Pastor Terry Weavel officiating.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Norma’s tribute wall, and leave condolences for the Swain family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
