Charles D. "Chuck" Swanson

Swanson, Charles D. "Chuck" Husband and father, age 63, passed away on November 10 surrounded by his loving family after a three year battle with cancer. Chuck lived a life of integrity and service to others. He was an active member of Cross of Glory Church. Chuck was a home care physical therapist who enjoyed woodworking in his free time and made many beautiful objects for his home and as gifts to others. He traveled extensively throughout his life and led many family road trips to see this country. He loved being outdoors hiking, backpacking, canoeing and cross country skiing. His interest in creation and evolution and the theories of intelligent design occupied him after he retired. Throughout his three years of cancer treatments, he continued to pursue his interests and live his life with courage. Chuck is survived by wife, Theresa; sons, Peter (Jill) and David Swanson; brother, Jim (Dail) Swanson; brother-in-law, Howard; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He is preceded in death by sister, Janet; and parents, Henry and Anna Swanson. Memorials preferred to Cross of Glory Church in Hopkins, MN or the American Cancer Society. Memorial service Friday 11:00 AM at Cross of Glory Church, 4600 Shady Oak Road, Hopkins, with reviewal one hour before. Private interment at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Visitation Thursday, Nov. 15 from 5-8 PM at: Washburn-McReavy Eden Prairie Chapel 952-975-0400 7625 Mitchell Road (1 blk N. of Hwy 5)
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.