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Anita SWANSON Obituary
SWANSON, Mrs. Anita MalveaAge 52, of Roswell, GA, passed away June 12, 2013. She was born in Cambridge, MA and grew up in Bellevue, TN. After Anita's graduation from Bellevue High School, she attended David Lipscomb University and completed her master's degree in education at Vanderbilt University. Anita enjoyed a 28 year career as a teacher, teaching in Franklin, TN, Knoxville, TN, Durum, NC and at Garrison Mill Elementary School in Marietta, GA for 22 years. She is survived by her husband, Erik Swanson, daughters, Marissa S. Swanson and Rachel B. Swanson, parents, Dr. Pheroze and Ronica Malvea, brother, Arun Malvea and his wife Lisa, nieces Nisha and Niana and nephew Taj. A visitation/remembrance will be held at H.M. Patterson & Son Canton Hill, Marietta, on Friday, June 21, 2013 from 5-8 p.m. A memorial service will be on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at 11 a.m. at St. Peter & St. Paul Episcopal Church, Marietta, GA. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Anita's memory to 'The Garrison Mill Educational Foundation'. The Garrison Mill Educational Foundation has the ability to accept electronic donations via Paypal. Go to http://www.gmefoundation.org/ and follow the link on the main page for donations. Please write "In Memory of Anita Swanson" in the memo line. Online condolences may be expressed at www.hmpattersoncantonhill.com. H.M. PATTERSON-CANTON HILL, (770) 977-9485
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Aaron Campbell
May 19, 2015
Ms. Swanson was my second grade teacher at Farragut Intermediate School in the early 80's, and she made quite an impact on me even at a very young age. For some reason, she came to mind this afternoon, and I decided to Google her. So sorry to see that she is no longer with us, though her life and love for kids will continue to impact future generations. Peace and healing to her family and friends. Thank you for being an amazing teacher, Ms. Swanson.
Celebration for Jamal and Alina
Erik Swanson
November 22, 2014
Celebrating the BIG 5-Oh with Family & Friends
Erik Swanson
November 22, 2014
Part of our Ohana - Malveas & Swansons
Erik Swanson
November 22, 2014
Trips to Destin & Deweys
Erik Swanson
November 22, 2014
Our Christmas Babies...Anita's Pride & Joy
Erik Swanson
November 22, 2014
Our Wedding Party
Erik Swanson
November 22, 2014
Anita...my beautiful Indian Bride
Erik Swanson
November 22, 2014
Anita's Brides Maids & Awesome Friends
Erik Swanson
November 22, 2014
Anita...Erik's girlfriend
Erik Swanson
November 22, 2014
Anita with her loving parents
Erik Swanson
November 22, 2014
Alli Phillips
September 11, 2013
Something brings me here this evening to see you. I remember our last conversation vividly we shared such laughter in stories about our husbands and the kids. No matter how long it had been since we had spoken, it seemed as if only days had past. Our conversations were effortless. I remember how we were crazy about Gymoree clothes when the kids were little. We passed clothes from Taylor to Marissa then on to Rachel and one day years later when the girls were grown you surprised me and shipped all the beautiful outfits for Stirling, all of which were in pristine condition!!! I will always remember your beautiful smile and big heart Anita. I miss you.
Penney Daniel
August 22, 2013
Nitu di, I will always remember your lovely smile..... Peace and love for you and your whole family.
Cathy
August 15, 2013
A day late with my "little sign" from you Anita. To let you know ( as well as the rest of your family & friends) I had the need to straighten up my desk area at work. Going through drawers and finding a pretty box with wonderful old pictures. In that stash of pictures I find my certification as a Godparent for Rachel dated - Sunday June 4, 1995. I have looked for this for a years to assure it was safe, and I find it on "your day". Imagine that! Thank you for helping me on this special gift. Luv you always
Arun
August 14, 2013
8-14
Today is a great day. I love you Sis. I love all the signs of your little dragonflys. They keep popping up and they are all so touching so cool. They help make us aware that there are many things that cannot be understood. I had to stare in silence at the little bits of toy pieces that I found in the attic in the insulation while installing a fan. One was a little a little dragonfly and another piece that I only saw a little later when I turned it over that said "Sister". There was also the tile piece found by Jaya when she was trying to plant a flower. It was the only piece of tile around and it had some color on it. She washed it off to discover a little dragonfly on it. So many things that aren't merely coincidental. You have a lot of people sending you their love daily. You have some amazingly wonderful and beautiful friends. We celebrated you and you brought together so many wonderful people, families and friends. Ray, Rissa and E will be looked after (and you know some tough love may be needed). Thank you for your strength and courage and helping us to put our own struggles into perspective. Love your spirit. Keep sending your little signs.
Venetia Pradhan
August 11, 2013
We are so sorry to hear this. Much love! --The Pradhans
Keith Hinton
August 8, 2013
May God Bless You and Keep You In His Arms,My Dear College Sweetheart.
Mark, Irene, Penney & Daniel & Fly Malvea
July 18, 2013
Someone as special as Aunty A will never be forgotten. She will remain in our hearts for as long as we live. The loss of her is unbearable, but the memories of her are sweet. We share your pain and sorrow we are always there for you all.
Lu Ann, Ron, Sydney & Katie Schratter
July 12, 2013
Anita,
Your smile will live on in our hearts and minds always. "Auntie" Anita to our girls - peace be with you. Love for you and yours will continue on. God Bless!
Nisha Malvea
July 12, 2013
Nitu Aunti, you are courage embodied, and will forever remain one of my very favorite, and most fabulous, role models. Your infectious laughter and fierce love surrounded you with many many beautiful people, who all care so very much about you and yours.... But we're the lucky ones, to have shared our lives with you. I miss you everyday, my Niti. But I find peace and joy knowing that you are free & I will see you again one day.
Lisa Malvea
July 11, 2013
I will always treasure walking and planning our weddings, ordering pizza in the hotel room, New Orleans with Touchdown Arms, Knoxville trips, having babies, going to the pumpkin patch, decorating, planting, grilling out, shopping, shopping, Sunday night dinners, Costco joint Trips, moving kids into college, beaching, shopping at the beach, laking, pooling (some), sitting on the porch, rubbing your feet, shopping, (did I say shopping), cooking at each others house, movies, dancing at the red light, dancing on the platform in Nashville, pictures, going to Hawaii, Going to Naples, Going to Seaside, Going to Grayton, dogs, dog collars, cleaning out refrigerators, to Steeple Chase, meddling in address books, moving, coming back (how many times), visiting and thats just the beginning. Love u Nitu Always. I am keeping you close with dragon flies abundant. We all see you, hear you and are so glad you are in eternal rest. Good Night.
Cathy (CJ) Carreau
July 7, 2013
From the day we met in 7th grade you have always been there for me. From the life lessons in high school; the evenings out at the dance clubs; to meeting the guys we would ultimately tie the knot with for a life long commitment; ( and my guy is due to your persistency to introduce us ); having beautiful children ; sharing the stories of our homes, gardens & attracting birds: to the days I was blessed to be a part of the "Love Army", I know we will truly never be apart. I smile and know you are near each time I see a dragonfly zipping around my yard or while gazing at the stars. While we are somewhat apart on earth I have no doubt I will see you when I get to the other side . . . . if I am let in! I will love you & your wonderful family forever. C.C.
Kirsten, Abe & Joe Cavanaugh
June 30, 2013
Whatsoever soothes your sprit.
Comforts your soul and
Brings you Peace...
That is what is wished for you at this difficult time.
Sharon Sanders
June 30, 2013
Expressing deepest sympathy, and hoping you will find comfort in knowing others care and are near in thought today
The Wolvertons
June 30, 2013
To remember is to Love and Celebrate to Laugh and Cry to Connect and Share.
To remember is to honor the one who will always be a light in your life and your heart.
Beth Himmelberg
June 30, 2013
I will miss you my friend!
Dolly, Sudhir, Surikar & Sahil Sood
June 30, 2013
Words cannot express our grief, but please know that you are in our prayers.
Much Love
Lisa & Curt Skipper
June 30, 2013
The world will never be the same because of the beautiful difference one life has made. We will all treasure her memory forever.
Sheila & Pierre Perea
June 30, 2013
Love Lives On.
The GIFT OF LOVE lasts forever. It cannot wear out or grow old. It cannot be taken from us.
The GIFT OF LOVE lasts far longer than sorrow, which is a shadow that will, in time, pass like a cloud.
The GIFT OF LOVE is the true inheritance of our hearts. We carry it with us every day. And we pass it on, just as it was given to us.
May that GIFT OF LOVE give you comfort and feelings of peach with each day that passes.
Vickie Stockmal
June 30, 2013
Let God's deep love and understanding help you in your grief. For He is there to ease the pain and bring your sorrowing heart relief.
Jon Bayer
June 30, 2013
Many thoughts of sympathy go out to you today, And many hearts are caring in a warm and loving way.
Veera, Deepti & Shenaz
June 30, 2013
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
-Love-
Doris Beatty
June 30, 2013
Thinking of you at this time of sadness.
Cathy & Gary Zingler
June 30, 2013
No words, however kindly meant, can soothe your pain away, but hope the love around you will help you through today. And hope each day that passes brings you hope and comfort, too, through memories and the heartfelt prayers of those who mourn with you.
Phyllis Nichols
June 30, 2013
At this time of deep and very personal sadness...Please know that caring thoughts and heartfelt sympathy are with you.
Debra & Michael Davidson
June 30, 2013
Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you. May your memories be wonderful.
Kyle Giesler
June 30, 2013
Wishing you comfort in God's Promise. May you find peace in the knowledge that Anita lives on - and will love you forever.
With Sympathy
Kavya Patel
June 30, 2013
Mrs. Swanson; my third grade teacher; is My Hero.
The Picons
June 30, 2013
She Will Always Be Remembered.
Her joy can be found in our laughter and her courage in our hearts, where it resonates, making us stronger...
Her love is so wonderful that it lives on in each of us.
Isabella Picon
June 30, 2013
You were my favorite Teacher ever. I love you.
June 30, 2013
Separated by distance it is always enlightening, spectacular on occasion, and lots of fun every time to visit Anita, Erik, Marissa and Rachel Swanson on Tropez Place NE, Roswell.
Anita is so competent, easy to get along with and so accomplished in making everyone feel loved that I consider her my other daughter.
As I sit in the living room or wander around her home on Tropez Place it is apparent that Anita has a gift for making her house a lovely and livable place for her family.
Anita is practical and always prepared for whatever the next task will be whether it is a school lesson plan or a trip to a far-off place. She also has the ability to deal with teen age daughters in our complicated world and her daughters love her without question.
Erik loves Anita passionately and knows how much she helps him be a good husband and father.
Anita's mother, father, and other family members and friends will contend with the question of why she has been taken from us so young and have to accept that it is a fact and she is in Heaven. As incidents occur in the future many of us will wonder “What would Anita do in this situation?” or “Anita would love this!”
I love her very much and will miss her asking “What's up pop?”
David W. Swanson, Honolulu, Hawaii
Jennifer Mercure
June 30, 2013
May the healing gifts of time and the timeless love of God carry you gently through the loss you're feeling now. With heartfelt sympathy and caring prayers for you and your family
Necolettos Family
June 30, 2013
When we lose someone we love, it's difficult to imagine anything that could ease the pain and sorrow that we feel so deep inside...but it's hoped that these few words of sympathy can, in some small way, play their part in easing your pain.
The Howards
June 30, 2013
Extending deep and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
Donna Bramlett
June 30, 2013
You have lost someone very special, someone who touched many hearts.
And those hearts will touch many more. And in that way, Anita will always remain a part of you, a part of everything.
With Sincere Sympathy
Patti, Brigette, Bubbles Gardner
June 30, 2013
Whatever soothes your spirit,
comforts your soul,
and brings you peace...
...that's what you're wished at this sad time.
Love always
EFI Team
June 30, 2013
May your days be touched by the joy she brought,
your heart comforted by every moment you spent together,
and your soul lifted by the goodness and love you'll always know because of her.
With Sympathy at the Sad Time.
Donna Pruden
June 30, 2013
As you remember Anita,
May the memory of her smile warm you like the sun
May the memory of her laughter echo in your heart
May the light of your best memories enrich all of your days.
With Caring Thoughts and Sympathy
Sue & Dick Farris
June 30, 2013
Thinking of you in your sorrow and wishing you strength in the days ahead.
The Links
June 30, 2013
Thinking of you at this difficult time and wishing you comfort and peace.
Pepper & Lani Ruth
June 30, 2013
There are some who bring a light So great to the world that even after they have Gone, the light remains.
Ken & Jean Pumfrey
June 30, 2013
This comes in understanding and deepest sympathy and hopes to bring some comfort to you especially
Lolla & Jim Ballard
June 30, 2013
May the precious memories of your loved one be a comfort to you now, and may it help to know that many thoughts are with you in your sorrow.
Meredith Shearer
June 30, 2013
May the fondest of memories carry you through
The Torres Family
June 30, 2013
No one truly comprehends the loss that you feel,
the sadness that you must be going through...
And yet, warm thoughts are reaching out
in hopes that you will know the strength and comfort that this wishes you.
With Sympathy and Understanding
Mary Jo Dickey
June 30, 2013
As difficult as this time is, may you find comfort in knowing that your loved one will always be with you...
...and the memories you shared will forever be a part of your life.
Laurie Zarin
June 30, 2013
May you find comfort in the memories that are yours to cherish always...
...and strength in the companionship of those who share your loss. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
The Gottfrieds
June 30, 2013
Thinking of you at this sad time and wishing you comfort in the days ahead.
Bonny Pearson
June 30, 2013
The stories of our lives are written moment by moment -
in how we've loved,
in the day-to-day things we've shared,
and in the many ways we've touched each other's hearts.
Wishing you the comfort that your very special memories will bring you now.
With Deepest Sympathy
Yvonne, Kelly, Ken, Kevin & Patrick Loggins
June 30, 2013
Your mother will be with you in the lessons she gave, the life she shared, and the love she showed. Hope your memories of her will comfort you and bring you peace.
Kerry, Sandy, Jordan & Kayden Evans
June 30, 2013
May the Love and Memories you will carry forever in your heart give you strength to walk through this time of sorrow.
With Prayer and Sympathy.
Julie & Christina Harkins
June 30, 2013
A wish for hope and for comfort...
A wish for strength from the love and support that surround you now.
With Deepest Sympathy
Garrison Mill PTA
June 30, 2013
May your memories give your family peace and comfort.
Mrs. Swanson will forever be in our hearts for all of the lives she touched at Garrison Mill Elementary
John Carreau
June 28, 2013
Anita,
Thank you for introducing me to my wonderful wife and my friend Erik.
Rachel Swanson
June 28, 2013
Dear Mama,
I will love & miss you everyday. I'm so happy you have Mrs. Deb though. I wil be strong for you forever.
Love, RB
June 28, 2013
I will love and miss you always mama swanson. Thank you for raising my amazing best friend.
June 28, 2013
Thanks for letting me and mine be a part of your life
June 28, 2013
Miss You always rest in peace
June 28, 2013
Nitu,
You will always be in our hearts.
Love You
Marissa Swanson
June 28, 2013
Thinking about you always. Love you sweet mama
XO XOXO
June 28, 2013
We Love You
June 28, 2013
A great friend!
Cathy Carreau
June 28, 2013
Anita,
John Diel & Pink Floyd...need I say more. I luv you
Barrie
June 28, 2013
Anita Sweet Girl,
I didn't really know you, but I feel like we shared a special soul connection. You are FREE...Flying over those who Love You! You will be missed, but we wait for your return in Little Miracles.
Love, Barrie
R,B,T,T Dreyer
June 28, 2013
Soar across the universe Anita in hand with Deb. Your beautiful soul will live in all of us forever.
Taj Malvea
June 28, 2013
Nitu,
I know you already have alot of friends in heaven. I know when you talk about me the first thing you'll say is "outlandish". I love you so much Nitu Aunty.
June 28, 2013
Anita,
We miss U! But you are in the loving arms of our Heavenly Father Lord Jesus. Take care & Luv U!! :-)
June 28, 2013
Anita, Lovely daughter of lovely parents. God is with you and you are with Him.
June 28, 2013
God Bless our time.
June 28, 2013
I Love you sweet girl!
June 28, 2013
You gave us a lasting & beautiful gift...
Your example of Joy, Love, being genuine, laughter & family. You will remain with us ALWAYS because you have become part of us. I LOVE YOU
June 28, 2013
We will continue to miss your smile and personality!
Ron, LuAnn & Girls Schratter
June 28, 2013
Keep Smiling! Laugh! Have Fun! You will be missed on this Earth. Lots of Love
June 28, 2013
I Love You. I hope you are in a better place watching over us.
June 28, 2013
Hugs & Love to you beautiful -
We wil keep your memories in our hearts always.
Run with joy on streets of Gold.
June 28, 2013
I Love U. I hope your relieved from all of your pain
June 28, 2013
To a wonderful mother, wife, daughter, sister, and aunt you will be dearly missed!
June 28, 2013
An Angel in Heaven! Spread your wings and fly and watch over us love you! Miss You!
June 28, 2013
Forever Missed
June 28, 2013
I'm glad I got to meet you and I wish you were here! :-)
June 28, 2013
There is a new angel in Heaven...watch over us! Than you for your gentle love!
June 28, 2013
Aunty Anita,
We Love You!!
June 28, 2013
God bless you, sweet lady! I love you and your family. Our prayers are with you and those you love!
June 28, 2013
Heavenly Father,
Thank you for the gift of Anita. We celebrate her life, and will love her forever!
June 28, 2013
Thank you for your kind, gentle spirit that inspires us all. We Love You!
June 28, 2013
All My Aloha! Goodbye Indian Princess!
Pierre & Sheila Perea
June 28, 2013
I could only Imagine how Bright you Lite our Hearts.
only Imagine the Dreams you'd make us try.
only Imagine How far your Love & Joy could only be carried as a Dragon Fly!
June 28, 2013
I will miss you more than you know. And, we will be together again!
June 28, 2013
We Love You, and wherever you are you are always in our hearts. We Love you always. You have left us with but with a smiles in our hearts.
June 28, 2013
Soar with the Angels! Love You!
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