Calvin Swann
January 31, 2026
CHARLOTTE – Calvin Swann of Indian Land, South Carolina, answered the Master's call on Saturday, January 31, 2026. A native of Paterson, NJ, he was born on November 11, 1963, to the Deso Laws and May Belton Swann Williams, and raised by his mother and stepfather, Charles Swann.
Calvin served in the United States Army. While living in Paterson, New Jersey, he served for the Paterson Police Department for 25 years, with ten years at the rank of lieutenant prior to retiring in 2010. Calvin and Lavinia were married in 2017. He was ordained as a deacon at the Unity Missionary Baptist Church in Paterson, NJ.
Calvin leaves his love and memories to be treasured by his beloved wife, Lavinia Swann of the home; his mother and stepfather, May and Bruce Williams of Ahoskie, NC; his biological father, Deso Laws and his wife, Lucille of South Carolina; his stepfather, Charles Swann of Surry, VA; his son, Calvin Swann, Jr. and his wife, Yessenia of Augusta, GA; his daughter, Danielle Smallwood and her husband, Antwon of Bronx, NY; his sisters and brothers, Patricia C. Swann of Surry, VA, Marvin J. Swann of Surry, VA, Debra Ginn (Corey) of Burlington, NY, Kevin Laws of Paterson, NJ, Sonja Jones of Sicklerville, NJ, Derrick Laws (Jade) of Hawthorne, NJ; six grandchildren; his mother-in-law, Annie Bryant (Earnest) of Eutawville, SC and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, and friends. Preceding Calvin’s passing was his son, William Swann.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Steele Creek Church-Trinity Chapel, 1929 W. Arrowood Rd, Charlotte, NC. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park, 2700 Deans Bridge Rd, Augusta, GA.
Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth W. Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204; (704) 641-7606. Online condolences may be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.
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Lavinia Swann and Family,
My condolences and prayers for your family. I will always remember seeing PSO Swann in the Rodino Federal Bldg standing guard. Such a pleasant disposition. -
We are so sorry for the loss of Calvin, We remember spending time with him at your home in Pattern, he was just another loving member of our family and we so enjoyed being with him. We are so sorry for your loss! May Jehovah continue to keep all of you in his right hand of righteousness during your time of bereavement. So sorry and sending love, The Benjamin’s
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My deepest condolences and sympathy to Mrs. Swann and his family. I worked with Swann at the Rodino Building and he was a quiet, pleasant and kind person very respectful. I am sorry for your loss prayers to you all.
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My deepest condolences to the Swann family. I worked with Calvin in juvenile, he was a true professional and was great friend. He will be missed.
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I am so sorry to hear the passing of your brother may you find comfort with your family and friends
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It was a honor to work with Calvin as PSO's for several years at the Peter Rodino Bldg. Calvin was a professional. He was the example of pride and always cared for his fellow officers on and off the job. Rest in peace my brother, you are in our prayers.
John Jones and family -
To you and your family may you feel the presence of God as you go.through this trying time our love and prayers are with you ?.
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I remembered Calvin as soft spoken, kind, loving, respectful, caring and an all around wonderful man. He was loved by his family. Take your rest my dear cousin. Your memories will never fade. My condolences to the entire family, we loved you dearly, but God loved you best.
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So sorry for your loss sis. My deepest sympathies and condolences to you and your family. Sending prayers and thoughts to you
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He was a great man the brother that I never had. He will surely be missed
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