Kathleen Swanson Obituary

KATHLEEN M. 'KATIE' SWANSON, 82 ROCKFORD - Kathleen M. Swanson, 82, of Rockford, passed away Monday, December 8, 2014, in her home. Born June 20, 1932, in Rockford; the daughter of Robert L. and Mildred C. (Swenson) Johnson. Katie was a 1950 graduate of East High School and attended North Park College. Katie married Jack Swanson on June 27, 1953, in Rockford. She was a member of Bethesda Covenant Church for 65 years. Katie was a Sunday school teacher, choir member, member of the Kathryn Circle for 58 years and a deaconess. Also a member of PEO Chapter CJ and Forest Hills Country Club for 52 years, where she enjoyed playing golf. She loved her Monday morning breakfast club and Wednesday afternoon lunch groups. What Katie enjoyed most in life was her love for her family and friends. She loved cooking and entertaining; you never left her home without her homemade cookies or her Swedish Skorpa. One of the most important gifts that Katie had was her ability to make everyone feel important and welcome. Her love for Jesus shinned though her in every moment of her life. She truly was a gift to all who knew her. She is survived by her husband, John "Jack"; children, Janice (Louis) Bufalo, Bruce (Sally) Swanson, and Karl (Jill) Swanson; grandsons, Robert and Troy Swanson; granddaughters, Erica, Cori and Hannah Swanson, and Kayla (Lucas) Swatzell; sister-in-law, GG Johnson; brother-in-law, Gene Swanson; step-granddaughter, Alexa Howell; step-grandson, Blake Bufalo; along with numerous nieces ,nephews, and cousins. Predeceased by her parents; brother, William R. Johnson; and sister-in-law, Joan Swanson. Memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, December 13, 2014, in Bethesda Covenant Church, with Pastors David Lindfors and Richard Rasanen officiating. Visitation from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Friday, December 12, 2014, in the church. The family prefers memorials to be made to Bethesda Covenant Church, 2101 E. State St., Rockford, IL 61104. Arrangements by Olson Funeral & Cremation Services, Ltd. To share a memory or online condolence, please visit olsonfh.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Dec. 11 to Dec. 12, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Kathleen Swanson

9 Entries

Bill and Eileen Rineberg

December 23, 2014

Dear Jack and family,
Bill and I send our deepest sympathy with the passing of Katie. We have such fond memories. We had so much fun playing golf with both of you and had such lovely dinners. Remembering the good times seems to help at a time like this. Please extend our sympathy to your lovely family

December 16, 2014

Bruce and Karl,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. May the many good memories help your hearts heal during this difficult time. God bless to you and the entire Swanson family.

Bob Reitsch

December 15, 2014

Dear Jack,
I would like to offer condolences to you and your family on the passing of your wife. I only have known you from the past but by reading her obituary I can see that with that kind of person in your life it surely helped in making you such a well liked and respected person. I was in your campaigners/young life group in the mid sixties; met early mornings before school.
Greg Walker

Jeff & Suzanne Wagner

December 14, 2014

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We cherish the memories of the Swanson and Johnson families. Our deepest sympathies are with you all at this difficult time. Take care.

December 13, 2014

I have such fond memories of Katie's leadership in the Bethesda Cradle Roll so many years ago. So sorry for your loss!
Darlene and Chuck Holmstrom
Mukwonago, WI

December 12, 2014

Dear Jack,
We were so shocked to read about Katie passing away. What a wonderful person she was. Everything that was said in the obituary about her, was true. She always made you feel special.
We always enjoyed being with both of you, and especailly when Katie and I played golf.
Our very deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Betty and Lou D'Agnolo

Judy and Sal Troia

December 11, 2014

Sorry to hear of Katie's passing. What a wonderful person she was. Fond memories of her will remain with many. Thoughts and prayers to you, Jack, and all the family.

Dave Thompson

December 11, 2014

Jack and family,
So sorry to hear of Katie's passing. Our families were interconnected for a long time with lots of pleasant memories. I personally appreciated the friendship and the chance to work for your family through the years. She will be missed.

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