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Bench honors fair volunteer

By Ruth Fry - | Jul 28, 2021

A bench at the Lycoming County Fairgrounds will honor fair volunteer Melvin E. “Chip” Swisher, Jr. He was born May 27, 1964 in Williamsport to Unityville residents Melvin E. Swisher, Sr., and the late Grace (Holmes) Swisher.

A graduate of Hughesville High School class of 1982, Chip was a self-employed farmer on Swish-Haven Farms. He was a member of the FFA, 4-H and Farm Bureau.

The bench was dedicated last Thursday night at the fair during the celebration of the 150th year ceremony. Swisher’s family in attendance were his children and grandchildren. From left to right are his children Tessie, Brittany, and Ammon. Grandchildren are (l-r): Cooper, Chase, Noah, Autumn, Jasper, and Ryland. Unable to attend were Swisher’s daughter Marisa and grandson Eli.