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Kristine M. Swearson
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Kristine Swearson Obituary
Kristine Swearson's search for her family roots led her to North Dakota two years ago. She found long-lost cousins who embraced her and set up a family Web site to stay in touch. And she found love with a young man who turned out not to be a relation of any kind.
"I gave her a hard time about it," said her sister, Kerri Roberts. "I asked her, 'Are you sure he's not a cousin, or a cousin of a cousin?' " Ms. Swearson just laughed and kept the boyfriend.
Ms. Swearson, 34, began her adventures in San Jose, Calif. As teenagers, the Swearson sisters would choreograph dances to their favorite disco tunes and perform in the family's garage. They even charged the neighborhood children a quarter for the show.
In later years, the disco gave way to yoga and a Web-design job with eSpeed, a division of Cantor Fitzgerald. But Ms. Swearson never forgot to call or write her disco partner every day. "I was extremely proud of her," Ms. Roberts said. "I couldn't have had a better sister."
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Mary Williams
July 4, 2024
I went to Leigh High School. I saw your smiling face many times. Though I didn’t know you well, I could see that you were a friendly and outgoing person. My heart goes out to your family and friends. Rest in Peace
Tom H
September 11, 2023
Kristine .. Today, 09/11/23 it has been 22 years and you will never be forgotten. I would like to extend my deepest thoughts to Kristine's family and friends. Share, with Kristine, your special moments throughout your life. Enjoy those moments when you feel her with you. ... With much regards ...
October 3, 2019
I never knew you, but as I stood there on Saturday (sept39, 2019) staring into the deep beautiful abyss of the fountain, I found my hands etching your name. May you be in eternal bliss now and forever. God bless you and your family.
Tom
September 11, 2016
Kristine, It has been 15 years and you will never be forgotten. My thoughts are with your family and friends. With much regards.
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Gina Leiva
September 12, 2015
14 Years Kristine ... you're still remembered every day in some way old friend. Yvette and I are still very much in each other's lives. What's missing is you ... you're in our hearts. ~Gina
September 11, 2015
Still thinking of you. The new Tower and Memorial although spectacular are not as spectacular as your personality and smile. We will never forget.
Jim and Debbie Rosa
JoAnn
September 11, 2012
Dropped flowers off for you again this day at Los Gatos Memorial Park. It was very nice to see that there was a red, white and blue wreath and several flower arrangements left there in your memory. Wanted your family to know that you are not forgotten by many here in Los Gatos.
Gina Leiva
June 14, 2012
Still thinking of you and miss you old friend...
Gina Leiva
June 14, 2012
Still thinking of you and miss you old friend....
Kimberly Spangler
December 3, 2011
Dearest Kris, I think of you often and never thoughy I would have the chance to pay my respects locally in NYC but because of work I had to travel to New York this past week and did get to be where this horrific tragedy took your special life from this world. It was much more emotional than I had imagined it would be. You are missed vey much and never forgotten. I wish yout family peace and comfort. Kimberly
Steve Hines
October 4, 2011
Hello, Swearson family. My life was also changed at 9/11.
In tribute to all that is meaningful to you, my love and affection.
Steve Hines
Julie Finn- Holian
September 11, 2011
We didn't know each other very well at Leigh High School, but I remember you as being very nice and friendly. I can't image what the last 10 years have been like for your family, but I hope they know that people remember you and that you're all in our prayers.
Mike Jorgensen
September 11, 2011
It's been over 25 years since I last saw you in San Jose. Still miss your sense of humor and your smile. I think of you often.
September 11, 2011
Wanted to let your family know that we left flowers for you at Los Gatos Memorial today. Rest in peace.
John A.
September 11, 2011
I never knew Kristine, but we are thinking of her family today. In our church today, we drew names of those we lost on 9/11. I drew Kristine's name. Enjoyed reading how she and her sister, as teenagers, did dances and charged neighborhood children a quarter for the show. This moved me, as our kids also like to perform. To Kristine's family and friends: Our thoughts are with you.
Jim and Debbie Rosa
September 10, 2011
Kristine, We have not and never will forget you.
Carl Swearson
September 8, 2011
Hi, Kristine. I keep you picture out always. Here it is 10 years already! Miss you!
Carl Swearson
September 11, 2010
Hi, Kristine. Been thinking about you alot today, dear. I miss you. I know you are in a very good place.
Carl
Ben Swearson
December 8, 2009
Still love you, Kristine, and think about you a lot. We'll meet again. Then we'll have good times forever.
with love to my flower.
Dad
December 3, 2009
Tori Roberts
November 18, 2009
My Aunt and my only Aunt. The reason in living in New York City now is because of you. Everything you've done is a reflection on me, everyday. I live by you and I strive to be as confident, successful and care-hearted person, as you were.
I feel you here in the city, when I go on walks alone in the afternoon.
Almost everyday someone tells me I remind them of you or I do something exactly as you would.
Nima tells me everyday of how much I remind her of You, and it's honestly flattering to me.
I look up to you everyday. And I know you're watching over me, making sure I'm 'okay' out here in the big city alone.
I love you and I miss you everyday.
You're my inspiration.
See you on the other side<3
September 11, 2009
Left flowers for you today at Los Gatos Memorial Park. While I didn't know you, I try to honor you and the others lost on 9/11, each year with this small gesture.
Alice Anderson
August 28, 2009
There I was at the state fair, watching the turning orb memorial with the cool water flowing over the stone. I watched, waited until your name came by. I ran my finger across it and said a prayer. We keep you in our hearts.
Alice (Avery, Grayson, and Aidan)
marcy shick
January 16, 2009
when does the pain end?
Marcy Shick
January 2, 2009
Hey GF!?!?! When does the pain and emptiness end? I still mourn....See you on the other side.... xoxo.
kristine
August 4, 2008
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Daddy's other girl
September 11, 2007
P Tabbernor
March 26, 2007
In remembrance....
Michael Shamberg
September 11, 2006
I lit a candle with Kristine's name on it at a memorial ceremony at the Museum of Tolerance in Los Angeles today 9/11/06. I did not know her but want her family and friends to know that she is remembered.
MASSIMO MONTRONE
March 27, 2005
SHE WAS BEAUTIFUL
david bloom
September 11, 2004
I read about you today....we still think of you, and always will....
gary bohinsky
September 13, 2003
may you rest in peace and never be forgotten
September 12, 2003
Rest in Peace dear Lady.
Kathy Walson
September 13, 2002
I did not know Kristine, but I do know her Grandmother. She and I live in the same Senior Retirement Community. There was a memorial service here last year for Kristine, so the residents could express their sympathy to Kristine's family. I am so very sorry for the pain that you all feel and hope that time will help to soften that pain. God bless you all.
Robert Speiser
September 11, 2002
Last December 2nd, 2001 I was in New York City for the first time ever. I took advantage of some extra time off from our company trade show in Atlantic City, NJ and went to visit NY for a couple of days. The first night I was there I took a cab and asked the driver if he could get me as close to ground zero as possible and he did. He dropped me off across the street from a church that was to the left of what was the Twin Towers. I made my way across the street to the make shift shrine of cards and still burning candles that were in front of the church. As I looked around and made my way to the end of the fence, I noticed one of the skeletal remains of the tower was just a few feet away from me. As I looked on in amazement, I raised my camera to take a picture and when I lowered the camera, I was now in focus of a banner that hung from a street lamp. The banner had "NYC" at the top and in the middle was a NY skyline picture and at the bottom was the company name "e-speed", the company that my cousin worked for. I could not believe my eyes. The first things I see are the remains of the tower and then her company name right there in front of me. I stood there for quit awhile absorbing the moment. I then found an open deli around the corner that happen to have fresh flowers (1 dozen white roses) which I purchased with an appropriate card. I signed it, From your family, who will never forget you and my you rest in peace. I then placed it with the rest of the cards and flowers in front of the church. From what I remember and have heard of you Kristine, I am very proud of you for doing exactly what you wanted to do in what turned out to be too short of a life lived. I'm sorry I never got the chance to know you more as an adult. May God bless you and may you rest in peace.
Your cousin,
Bobby Speiser 09/11/02
Kristie Moran
September 11, 2002
This morning, I attended a Remembrance Ceremony at the University of Pittsburgh. As part of the ceremony, they had an american flag for each victim of the 9/11 tragedy. Each flag had a name of a person who perished, their age, where they lived and where they passed. My flag had Kristine's name on it. I found it ironic because my name is Kristie and I am 28, close to 34. I wanted to find out more about Kristine, so I read her information on the website. She seemed to be a wonderful person and one who will be sorrowfully missed. Finding out more about Kristine has made this tragedy much more real. As my life continues, I can only hope to be half as wonderful as Kristine seemed to be! May she rest in peace. God bless.
Barbara Walsh Schumacher
September 6, 2002
I had the pleasure of knowing KRISTINE and working with KRISTINE 6-7 years ago. She was a sweet,intelligent person with a wonderful sense of humor. I looked forward to hearing her stories and adventures as a girl from Ca.experiencing NEW YORK CITY and loving it. GOD BLESS KRISTINE, HER FAMILY, AND HER LOVED ONES.
May 10, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL YOUNG WOMAN..KRISTINE M.SWEARSON AND MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HER LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK..MAY JESUS AND ST.CHRISTOPHER GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Joni Swearson
April 15, 2002
To a cousin that I have never met and never will forget.
Kirk Petersen
January 25, 2002
Rest in peace, amiga.
Massimo Montrone
January 20, 2002
I first took notice of Kristine at the Expresso Bar It was impossible to miss her and those inquisitive eyes. She was aware of the world around her, she engaged that very world to respond to her questions and thoughts. She was a brave multi-dementional soul with an open and passionate heart.
She was advanced and funny too.
Kathleen Moriarty
January 12, 2002
I work in NYC for a company that was retained in July 2001 by eSpeed to help in the development of the employee website. That is how I met Kristine. The week before 9/11, we hosted a dinner at a restaurant for the entire eSpeed marketing team, including Kristine. We were all in high spirits that night and the conversation was very lively. I sat across from Kristine and got to know her better. She actually told me the story of North Dakota and geting to know her father's side of the family. Her eyes absolutely sparkled when she talked about the man she had met there. I can still see her pretty face; and the easy smile that formed matching dimples on her face and the freckles that sprinkled her nose. She seemed to me like an all-American girl.
Her death only days later was incomprehensible. I can't imagine the grief her family and friends must feel and my heart goes out to all of you.
Kathy
Teresa Jahn
December 11, 2001
We are so very sorry for your loss of Kristine. I enjoyed the story of her dancing. I will think of her when I see others dance. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
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