Kelby Levi Swartz

Kelby Levi Swartz, 38, passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, in Westminster, Colorado. Kelby was born on September 27, 1988, to Edyie Diaz (preceding him in death in 2007) and Solomon Diaz.

Kelby was a proud 2007 graduate of Perry High School. During his time there, he was a standout athlete who excelled in both football and wrestling, earning an impressive fourth-place finish at the State Wrestling Tournament during his senior year. Alongside his high school studies, Kelby attended Meridian Technology Center, where he earned his welding certification and laid the foundation for his future career.

Kelby went on to dedicate many years to pipeline welding, embracing a life of travel as he lived in his RV and journeyed to job sites across the country. Most recently, he shared his skills with Madaco Group LLC, based out of Kingston, Tennessee. Outside of his demanding career, Kelby was happiest when casting a line on fishing trips with his family or sharing his passion for music—playing his guitar and singing whenever he had the chance.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Edyie Diaz (2007); his grandparents, Todd and Diane Cardin; and his aunt, Lisa Bottoms.

Those left to cherish his memory include his father, Solomon Diaz; his sister, Tabitha Diaz; and a loving family of grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and a vast circle of devoted friends.

A Celebration of Life memorial service will be held on Thursday, November 16, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Perry Assembly of God Church, located on R J Rutherford in Perry, Oklahoma (just behind McDonald’s). All who knew and loved Kelby are warmly invited to attend.

Condolences may be sent to the family via an online guest book at www.dightonmarler.com