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Claron Edwin Swenson 1941 ~ 2008 Surrounded by his family, Claron Edwin Swenson passed away quietly on September 22, 2008 in Salt Lake City, Utah of Kidney Cancer.Claron was born August 7, 1941. He, his brother and two sisters were raised by his mother after the passing of his father when Claron was just five-years-old. His mother's example of hard work and family values served as a guide for his life. Claron grew up on the Avenues and graduated from West High (1960) and the University of Utah (1973). He married Carol Gappmayer, on December 17, 1965 in the Salt Lake Temple. Claron was well known for the service he provided in all areas of his life, setting an example with his faith and love. He spent eight years serving in the United States Coast Guard Reserve. He served in the South Africa Mission from '62-'64. He was a life-long scouter, sharing with youth and adults his knowledge and passion for the scout law and the outdoors, including nine years as District Chairman and recipient of the Silver Beaver Award in 2004. He served in various LDS Church callings, including most recently as Branch President of the Arlington Hills Care Center. In his 34 years of service with LDS Church Security he was able to travel the world for and with some of the most wonderful people. With all that he did, the most important people to him were his family. Claron is preceded in death by his father, Don Edwin Swenson, mother, Lucile Burnhope Swenson, brother-in-law Klaus Guertler, and his oldest son Scott Reed Swenson; he is survived by his wife Carol Gappmayer Swenson, brother Don (Nola) Swenson, sisters; Carole (Lynn) Williams and Bernice Guertler, and his children; David (Pamela) Swenson, Kelly Swenson, Kimberly (Andreas) Mueller, Kristy (Tristan) Moore, Daniel (Sarah) Swenson, Aaron (Jaime) Swenson, Matthew (Cassandra Tucci) Swenson, Kerry (Quentin) McNeil, 10 grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews and relatives. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the LDS ward - 680 East 2nd Avenue. A viewing will be held Wednesday at the Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple 6-8 p.m. and 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to the services on Thursday at the LDS ward. In lieu of flowers please donate to a charity of your choice. Online condolences larkincares.com

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Sep. 24 to Sep. 25, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Claron Swenson

17 Entries

Zach Swenson

July 1, 2021

I ever met my grandfather a couple times in my life time. I was born on 2007. I'll miss him. When I met him in the Great Beyond, I'll see him along with other family of mine.

Gary & Lorna Fannin

September 25, 2008

Dear Carol and Family,

We were very saddened to read about the passing of Claron. We reflected on the times we spent as your neighbors on First Avenue. A lot of years have passed, but we will always remember and treasure the times we spent together. We pray and know that you and your family will be blessed and comforted during this hard time.

Frank Knowles

September 25, 2008

Swenson Family,

How I loved your husband and father. I played football along side of him at West High School and then had the opportunity to serve in South Africa with him as missionaries. May the Lord bless you at this tender time.

Frank D. Knowles

Floyd & DeLynne Hebdon

September 25, 2008

Dear David and Pam: Our condolences to you and your family. I enjoyed working with your father during stake meetings. Our prayers are with you this day. I miss seeing him around the office building.
Floyd and DeLynne Hebdon

Joachim Alfred Gloschat Sr.

September 25, 2008

The whole Swenson Clan,
I don't remember Claron from times past, but I have read lots about him and feel a kinship thru scouting, one Silver Beaver to another.
Claron, continue to do good and I hope to see you on the other side.
Respectfully with sympathy to all of you,
J. Alfred Gloschat Sr.

Craig and Jan Zwick

September 25, 2008

To the noble Swenson Family,
Your dear husband,father and grandfather was a valiant man with character and kindness so marvelously combined with a depth of love and unselfish giving.
His years of service along side of President Packer will always be remembered and appreciated. We were always touched by his quiet giving of time and talent to bless the lives of others.
Our trips together to Manti, Detroit, Boston and Palmyra will never be forgotten.
His spiritual depth and his love for each member of his precious family are such important parts of his eternal treasure.
We feel very blessed to have known and loved this great warrior.

Carole Williams

September 25, 2008

Dear Carol & Family,
How I love your dear Claron, my sweet brother, with all of my heart. His leaving leaves a hole in our hearts, but we will rejoice in that day when we will all be together again. What a legacy he has given us.
Love, Carole & Lynn

Carol and Brian Moss

September 24, 2008

Dear Carol and Family,
We are deeply saddened and shocked at the passing of Claron. We are so sorry for your loss. Claron was a wonderful example of a family man and service to others. We are grateful we knew him through our years in the Avenues. You are in our prayers.
With love,

Melinda Sanborn

September 24, 2008

Dear Swenson Family:
My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time. Claron is a wonderful man and will be missed dearly. Melinda Sanborn

Melinda Sanborn

September 24, 2008

Dear Swenson Family:
My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time. Claron is a wonderful man and will be missed dearly.

Helen Buchanan

September 24, 2008

Carol, it is with deep sadness that I learned of Claron's passing. Even though our association involved a summer and a Christmas gathering, I will miss him greatly. He was and always will be a wonderful, gentle giant- a man of God. I know that mere words of condolence seem to fall short of the comfort that you need at this time, but I just wanted you to know how much I enjoyed my association with you and Claron. God be with you and your family.

Jeff Tebbs

September 24, 2008

To: Clarons' family:
So sorry to hear of the passing of Claron. We wish the best for you during this trying time.

Jeff & Valerie Tebbs

Shirley Johnson

September 24, 2008

Carol -

I'm so sorry for your loss. Maybe he and Boyd had something to do together. Maybe they'll put on a Paradisaical Roadshow!

Having been through this type of loss, Mom and I send our love and sympathy. We know the Savior will fill the void with his love, peace and comfort.

Shirley and Ruby

Gabe Scheinbaum

September 24, 2008

On behalf of the Akima Team here at Nellis AFB, we wish the Swenson Family our condolences during this time of reflection and remembrance of your dearly departed, Claron.

Clyde Triptow

September 24, 2008

Dear Sister Swenson and family,

Please accept our heartfelt condolences concerning the passing away of Brother Swenson. The dedicated influence of a loving husband and father is a significant matter.

May the Lord's blessings of comforting solace, continual peace, and abiding love sustain you and your family members during this difficult time of mourning. May you and your family walk the path of bereavement with an enduring eternal perspective of the happy family reunion to come in a far brighter place.

Sincerely,

Clyde and Amelia Sciammarella Triptow

Jaime Swenson

September 24, 2008

To the entire Swenson Family:
Thank you all for welcoming me into your clan 8 years ago. I have loved every minute of knowing all of you. I am so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man. Zachary will miss is Grandpa, Aaron his Father, and I, not just my Father-in-law, but a true friend.
Much love to all of you,
Jaime

Don Swenson

September 24, 2008

Dear Claron, There never could be a better brother. I am missing you. Know that I love you and all of your family. See you later. Love, Don

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