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KATHLEEN SWANSON Obituary


KATHLEEN MARY SWANSON  
On Sunday January 27, 2019, Kathleen Mary Swanson, also known as "Kathy" or "Mom," passed away at the age of 66 in her home surrounded by family. She was preceded in death by her husband William Robert Swanson. Kathy will be remembered by her four children - Hale R. Swanson, Wade L. Swanson, Reid W. Swanson and Karen Y. Greene; one grandchild, Jason Wanjiku; lifelong friend, Carmelita Sorensen as well as friends and family from Washington, DC to her childhood home in the North Shore of Chicago. Kathy was a graduate of Regina Dominican High School and John Carroll University. After the death of her beloved husband in 2000, Kathy became involved in various local charities. She was an avid reader and had a passion for traveling.  Visitation will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 1325 36th Street N.W., Washington, DC, 20007 Friday, February 1, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., where Memorial Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made either to the Semper Fi Fund or the John Ritter Foundation, which supports research of thoracic aortic disease.www.CollinsFuneralHome.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Jan. 30, 2019.

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Colette Donegan Freeman

February 6, 2019

Your mom and my mom (Kathy Kilburg Donegan) were dearest friends from childhood. I heard about her passing and wanted to wish your family our condolences. We lost mom 2 years ago now so I sadly know your pain and I'm hopeful that the Kathy's are reunited, together again in heaven, happy and at peace. Wishing you hugs from the Donegan family.

Severino Family

January 31, 2019

Our deepest sympathy go out to the Swanson and Marquardt families. May Kathy be reunited with her husband and parents, resting in the loving arms of Jesus. Our prayers are with you all during this most difficult time.

Ron & Cathy Slater

January 30, 2019

Our condolences to all of you .
So sorry for your loss.

Yvonne Clarke

January 30, 2019

Hale,
My deepest condolences to you and your family, may God comfort you during this most difficult time. Yvonne Clarke, Horning Brothers

McCarthy

January 30, 2019

Please accept my sincere condolences to the family
and friends. Losing a loved one in death is never easy.
May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time. (John 17:3).

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