My deepest sympathy to the family. He touched so many people to include me especially. He was a excellent teacher and mentor. As a former student of his that was truly inspired by the many words of wisdom and life lessons he cared to inform me about I am forever grateful and will never forget.You will truly be missed.- T. Bailey

MSG Swain was like a father to us, he made sure that we were “tight and right”, he loved his job and us. He gave me many life lessons when I was in school. My deepest condolences to his loved ones and friends as I’m sure he will be sorely missed by many. I’ll always remember you MSG.Swain and thank you, Rest well.

Praying for the family at this difficult time. RIP Major Swain.
Franklin Military class of 1992.

R.I.P MSG AWAIN YOU WERE 1 OF THE BEST MILITARY TEACHERS THAT I HAVE EVER HAD OF ALL MY FOUR YEARS I ATTENDED FRANKLIN MILITARY YOU TAUGHT ME AND MANY FRANKLIN STUDENTS MANY LIFE LESSONS THAT FOLLOW US TIL THIS DAY.
                       YOUR FORMER STUDENT
JAMES EPPS CLASS OF 98

Sending my condolences to the family. MSG Swain was a straight forward teacher who touched my life as well as others.  He will truly be missed.  Through memories he will live on forever in our hearts.  
Class of 1997
Cdt Mjr Jackson

Hope these words show just how much he help guide the young men & women while at Franklin. True soldiers of hope do not do what they do for glory, fame and to be superior over others, they do what they do because of the love in their heart and soul and for the greater good of mankind, together we salute our true soldier of hope MSG Swain may god protect him as he go on his journey. RIP

Condolences to the family. My heart aches as we lost another special person. I will never forget how much you cared about us cadets and our school Franklin Military. RIP Master Sgt. Swain...
Phyllis Reed-Jefferson
Class of "84"

Seeing his picture brings a smile to face but great sadness to my heart. I remember him saying don’t nothing but bird s#### and fools drop from the air. If u gonna do something be a tanker. The meanest and baddest bear in the woods. So I say to you Top Swain 3rd Armor Division..... I Solute You.
Class of 84