Shirley Caldwell-Patterson Memorial
Conservation icon, mother, and staunch friend, Shirley Caldwell-Patterson was born on November 6, 1919 to parents Meredith Caldwell and Ellen Thomas Caldwell. The second of four children, her family was rounded out by brother, Meredith Jr., and sisters, Allison (Byrd) and Ellen. She died May 17, 2016. Shirley was the
Kathleen O’Connor
In 2018, we mourned the loss of Kathleen O’Connor, wife of Patrick O’Connor. Kathleen loved her Irish heritage and honored the land through her flower and vegetable gardens. She loved taking walks through The Farm Community’s forests and fields. During her professional career, Kathleen showed her love of children by
Claire Marx Memorial
Claire Marx moved to The Farm Community late in life, when she could no longer care for her beloved husband Stanley on her own. When he passed, Claire continued living in Tennessee and in many ways blossomed with a new zest for life. She became an integral and vibrant part
Bill Pulliam Memorial
William “Bill” Pulliam passed away, surrounded by family at age 56 on August 23, 2017, after an unforeseen and brief struggle with lung cancer. Bill’s sudden death came as a shock to friends and family around the country, who held a deep respect for Bill’s resounding brilliance and knowledge of
Joe Cannon Memorial
As a child, Joe Cannon came to age on his family’s farm in rural East Missouri. It was there, where he was free to roam through fields and forest, explore creeks, rivers and lakes, that his love and understanding of nature took root. Aside from his love of family, this
Robert Moore Memorial
“Robert built his fortune in the San Francisco Bay Area, and by the late 1960’s owned four valuable pieces of property. However Robert chose instead to give his life and all he owned to The Farm and it’s stewardship- never looking back, never once doubting his choices. For him it
Barbara Lee Memorial
Barbara was a person with a deep connection to the natural world, to people and community, to education, and to social justice and peace. Born in Nashville, she returned to Middle Tennessee for her last 20 years, working as a nature educator for the Cumberland Science Museum and in other
Jed Shapiro Memorial
Jed Shapiro Memorial – Opened by Howard and Susan Shapiro and family Gifts by Gary & Maple Canner, Don & Carol Nelson, & Howard & Susan Shapiro, Rita Gates
Kopi Ford Memorial
Kopi moved to The Farm Community in 1976, and spent his early years exploring and enjoying growing on that land. After landing in southern California in 1981, his love for nature and the outdoors continued to be cultivated by his parents, as well as a seed that was planted in
Arlene Davis Memorial
Mother, grandmother, great grandmother, friend and community volunteer Arlene Davis Memorial Fund Opened by Christine West West Chester, PA 19380 Alicia Gallagher Downingtown, PA 19335 Susanna Frohman San Rafael, CA 94901 Edward Davis Jr. West Chester, PA 19380 Lisa Davis Dayton, MD 21036 David & Tracy Crouthamel Coatesville, PA 19320 Edine
Stuart Butler Memorial
Stuart was known for his warm generosity and friendship. He and his wife Nancy were early supporters of Swan Trust and Stuart often returned to visit the woods in Tennessee that had been his home for many years. Stuart’s gentle strength, integrity and open heart were an inspiration to the
John Anderson Memorial
John and Mindy were more than loyal friends of Swan Trust. They jumped in whole heartedly (as if they could be any other way), welcoming us into their home on multiple occasions to host Swan Trust’s most successful fund raisers. John loved the woods, the creeks, the land. We spent
Memorial for Julian
I dedicate my work for Swan Trust to my grandson Julian. Although he is no longer of this world, I still remember the joy and excitement he had for the as he first discovered the creeks and forests of this land. I pray this incredible piece of God that is