Fernita-Swanson-Obituary

Fernita Swanson

Columbus, Ohio

1936-2012

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DIED
April 25, 2012
LOCATION
Columbus, Ohio
CHARITY
American Cancer Society

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Fernita Swanson, born in 1936, passed away April 25, 2012, after an 18-year battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Troy and Floreine Collins; brother, James Collins; and her husband, Leonard Swanson. She is survived by her sons, Leonard and Mark Swanson,...

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Fern left US with a legacy larger than life. She is never forgotten and appears very frequently. She shared eternal curiosity and optimism, very diverse friends along with a close bond with bleach and old fashioned banking concepts. Her intuitive medical knowledge made an impact for many people. She is missed and left too early.

Mark,
I was so saddened to learn of your mom's passing. She was always interesting and I am sure she will be missed. My deepest sympathies.

We lost a great friend, tireless worker, one who gave her all for others, and best of all good company. i didn't get to see her often since she moved to Columbus but her courage and fortitude during her illness were remarkable. I'm very sorry I won't b e able to go to the calling hours and funeral, but i extend my sympathies to Mark and Leonard and wish i could see them.

Phyllis Smith

I never met anyone with such a positive attitude about living AND dying snd was looking forward to seeing her mom & Lenny again. What an inspiration she was. ( Mickey Harford, Madison, Oh)

Someone asked how old Fern was and I said she was 76 outside and 6 inside. Fern was pure, kind, fun-loving, adventurous, and at times very stubborn. She had this infectious effects on people around her and had touched and enlightened many of us. She was like my mom and my moral compass for the past 25 years. I am sure she is flipping her new wings now and dragging Leonard along with her and going places now.

Goodbye farewell my friend it's hard to die when there is music in the sky...It has been a long journey, joys and sorrows but what a ride. Fern made a difference and will be missed by all. No fluff or sluffing today - with love and cherished memories...Ross and Barbara

Someone asked me how old Fern was, I said 76 outside and 6 inside. Fern was pure, kind, gentle, fun-loving, adventurous - amazing and beautiful all around. She was like my mom and had been my moral compass for the past 25 years. I am sure she has leanred how to fly with her new wings in heaven now and is going to places with Leonard now.

Mark-
I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
LeeAnn Massucci & Lori