Margaret Miolen

Margaret Ann Miolen, age 78, of Cleveland, passed away on March 7, 2025 at her residence. She was born January 26, 1947, in Cleveland, TN, a daughter of the late John Hubert Swafford II and Gladys Virginia Arp. A lifelong follower of Jesus Christ, Margaret found strength and solace in God's promises and now rests in eternal peace in His presence. Margaret lived in the Cleveland area most of her life and worked as a seamstress at Hardwick Clothing and Jackson Manufacturing.

Margaret was preceded in death by siblings Edna Elizabeth (Susie) Lofton, Jim McDowell, Polly Morris, Madia Green, Flora Gilliland, Earl McDowell, and Nancy Bohmer; nephew John H. Swafford IV; and former spouses Calvin McGowan and Robert Miolen Sr. She is also preceded in death by the recent passing of her beloved dog Ariel, who was her loyal companion for 17 years.

Margaret is survived by her son, Robert Miolen Jr., daughter-in-law Laura Miolen; and daughter Heaven Heitritter. She cherished her role as grandmother to Noah Miolen and Adeline Heitritter. Although she did not have the chance to meet her third grandchild, Elliot Miolen, who was born just three days after her passing, she was filled with love and excitement for the new addition to the family. She is also survived by her brother John H. Swafford III and two nieces, Wanda Weathers and Kami Lofton.

She was blessed with dear friends, Kayla Waskiewicz and Corey Douglas, who cared for her deeply and loved her like a mother. The family is incredible grateful for their unwavering presence in her life.

Margaret's family will hold funeral services to celebrate her life and legacy. Her family will receive friends on Saturday March 22, 2025 from 12pm until 2pm at the Cleveland Chapel of Companion Funeral & Cremation Service located at 2415 Georgetown Road NW, Cleveland, TN 37311. A celebration of life service will be held at 2pm following visitation.

You are invited to share a personal memory of Margaret or your condolences with her family at her online memorial located at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral & Cremation Service and the Cody family are honored to assist the Miolen family with these arrangements.