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Virginia "Gina" Swyter

December 17, 1950 ~ April 28, 2026

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Virginia “Gina” Odasco Swyter, 75, of Center Point, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the Dennis and Donna Oldorf Hospice House, Hiawatha, Iowa. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Cedar Rapids, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Gina was born on December 17, 1950, in the Philippines, the daughter of Tomas and Maria Raagas.

Gina was a hard worker, famous for her eggrolls, and Filipino dishes. She enjoyed playing bingo, going to the casino, and her “scratchies”. Gina loved spending time and being with her family. To know her was to never forget her.

Gina is survived by her children, Grace (DeShaun)Williams, Maria (Eli) Raue, and Elizabeth (Justin) Bascom; grandchildren, Akia, Maurisha, Jensen (Alex), Seth, Julian, and Jayda; great-grandchildren, Jamari, Judah, Imani, Yara, Jareem, A’lasia, and Davion; sister, Gardiopatra Radaza; and chosen sister, Delia Harry.

Gina was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers.

The family would like to thank the staff of U.S. Renal, Winslow House and Dennis and Donna Oldorf Hospice House, for the extraordinary care Gina received.

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  1. Gina has always been a grandma to me. No matter what was going on you could always count on her to give you the truth about things but with love coming right behind it. She is definitely one of a kind and there will never be another like her.

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  2. I had the honor of meeting and knowing this beautiful soul. She always had a bright smile that could change your bad day into the best week. Rest easy. Sending so many prayers and love to your family.

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  3. I’ve known her and loved her my whole life. May her memory be carried forward and live in the hearts of all who knew and loved her, and in the countless lives she touched.

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  6. My Grandma Gina taught me how to love without conditions. How to fight with dignity. How to make a house a home. How to sing through the pain.

    If you’re lucky, you get one person in your life who loves you like that. I got My Grandma Gina for 34 years 🥹

    Grandma, I’ll spend the rest of my life making sure your sunshine never goes out.

    See you later. I love you forever.
    – Your Akia LaShae ☀️💙

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  7. To the woman who wasn’t my momma by birth, but by love. You welcomed me with the most beautiful smile every time you seen me. You loved me in a way I’ll never forget. Losing you hurts, but the memories I have with you will stay with me for the rest of my life. I’m so grateful I got to be part of your world. You truly are one of a kind. Your kindness, your laughter and your heart were gifts I’ll carry forever. Your spirit lives on in every life you touched. Love you!

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  8. I’m truly sorry for your loss. The loss of a love one is a very deep hurt. I pray God heals your hearts and souls in Jesus name. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

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  10. So very sorry for the loss of your Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother. May you find solace in she is now resting in God’s hands.

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  11. 🕊️🤍Much love n hugs and prayers
    ✝️🙏🏻 to you Beth
    and your family at this difficult time with the loss your Momma.

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  12. We’re so very sorry for your loss. Prayers love and hugs to you all during this time.

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  14. Thoughts and prayers are with your entire Family, during this difficult time.
    So sorry for your loss

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  15. Maria, I’m so sorry for the loss of your mom. The photos you always showed on Facebook were precious and she was so happy in all of them. Lord bless you and keep you and your family in this time 🙏. Many prayers 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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