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1952
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2022
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Sharon Swanson Obituary
She was born in Aurora, IL, on October 19, 1952, the daughter of the late Raymond and Evelyn (Aylesworth) Halstead, whom she always called God's first and greatest gifts to her, besides His Son Jesus Christ.
Her greatest joy and devotion in life was her family.
She was a fifth-generation seamstress and tailor. She worked for the last 29 years of her career as a seamstress at Wolsfelt's Bridal, and, during that time, she made countless brides very happy.
She always knew the right thing to say at the right time, and her sound, Biblical advice and unconditional love and care for her family will be greatly missed.
She is survived by her loving husband of 38 years John Swanson, her devoted daughter Sharon Swanson, her sister Geraldine (Richard) Collins, her sister-in-law Linda (Dan) Cannizzo, her nieces and nephews Mike (Brenda) White, Steve (Bella) White, Rick (Tina) Collins, Tom (Kendra) Bendak, Kristina (Ed) Romero, and Tara (Branden) Topolski, many great nieces and nephews, and her best friends Carol Wilbanks and Linda Baldwin.
She was preceded to heaven by her parents Raymond and Evelyn Halstead, her brother Russell Halstead, her father and mother-in-law Albert and Signe Swanson, her sister-in-law Sharon Baker, and her niece Heather Wagner.
Family and friends may gather at the DUNN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME with CREMATORY 1801 S. Douglas Road, P. O. Box 665, Oswego, IL 60543 on Tuesday, August 30, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. with the funeral service immediately following at 12:00 p.m. Internment will follow at Riverside Cemetery 414 N. River Street, Montgomery, IL 60538.
Please send flowers to DUNN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME with CREMATORY 1801 S. Douglas Road, Oswego, IL 60543, or memorial gifts may be directed to Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary, Attn: Advancement Department, 1900 NW Fourth Street, Ankeny, IA 50023.
For additional information, 630-554-3888 or www.dunnfamilyfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Sharon Swanson
Chris Johnson
August 31, 2022
Deepest Sympathies to John and daughter Sharon. Miss the wonderful memories living down the street from her, her mother & Russell playing guitar back in the mid to late1960's.
Dawn & Vicki
August 30, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Vicki & I are so sorry for your loss. Praying for strength for John & Sharon. Much love from Wolsfelts
Becky Spratford
August 26, 2022
Sharon, I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. My thoughts are with you and your family. May her memory be a blessing.
Carolyn Coulter
August 26, 2022
My deepest sympathies to the family.
Tanya Paskadi - right at home
August 26, 2022
Sharon was a sweet & strong lady. I truly enjoyed our visits & admired her will to survive & her strength to fight her cancer. She will truly be missed - prayers & blessings for her family
RIP Sharon
Deirdre Brennan
August 25, 2022
My deepest sympathies.
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Dunn Family Funeral Home with Crematory1801 S. Douglas Road P.O. Box 665, Oswego, IL 60543
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