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Harold Swanson Obituary

Swanson, Harold A. Better known as "Swede." Age 78, former longtime resident of Chicago, IL, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2019, in Arizona surrounded by his loving family. He was a retired CFD Lieutenant who gave 34 years to the job he loved. Dedicated husband of 43 years to Judy; Cherished father of Kirt (Julie) Swanson, Amber Swanson, Stacy (John) Hemmer; proud grandfather to Luke, Morgan, Elizabeth, Nicholas, and Dylan. Admired son of the late Sven and Anna Swanson; Dear brother to Dorothy Falk; Also survived by many loving relatives. He was a dear friend to all who knew him. Following his wishes, there will be no service, but well-wishers are encouraged to enjoy a beer and drink it in his honor.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 3, 2019.

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Susie Beyle

October 8, 2019

Dear Judy and Family,

May all the good times you shared be a special comfort to you all!

Love, Susie Beyle

John & Patti Siwicki

October 6, 2019

Dear Judy and Family,

Sorry to here of Swede's passing. I can still remember him from our days on Spaulding Ave. When I was at Northwestern Golf company, we always helped out the CFD & Police. I also enjoyed the times at your place in wisconsin. There are many more good memories and I will miss him greatly.

With Love your cousin Johnny and wife Patti.

Scott Thompson

October 6, 2019

Thoughts and prayers to your family. Swede was truly a gentleman. He always had a smile and a listening ear. He will be missed by many!

Ralph Siwicki

October 6, 2019

Judy and family,

We're so sorry to hear of Swede's passing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We hope special memories of him will ease your grief in the coming days.

Love,
Ralph and Jean Siwicki

October 6, 2019

Judy, Kirt, Amber and Stacy
Last Sunday it was great to see all of you and an alert Swede and being able to watch his last Bear game! He definitely was like a big brother to me. A Bear fan and a Packer fan a Swede and a Norwegian. But we shared many interests including Love of Family, which he took so much pride in, We have toasted him so many times this week and will continue to do so. Memories of so much but visiting your home on Powers Lake taking one last trip on the deck boat on a beautiful day was great. Everyone will miss his smile and wit but will never be forgotten.
Jim "Tossss" and Debbie Tostrud, Scottsdale

Wayne & Kathy Koran

October 5, 2019

We were saddened to learn the news of Swede's
passing.We haven't saw him in quite sometime
always remember his beautiful smile. Last time he was in Chicago we missed him at Ewa's. Our
thoughts and prayers are with you and you're
family at this difficult time.

October 3, 2019

I am sorry to hear of your loss. Swede' s smile and laughter will be missed. I will raise a glass to his memory.
Mike Herrity

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