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Russell Swanson Obituary

Swanson, Russell A. Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at the age of 89. Preceded in death by his wife Carol and sisters Lorraine Last and Doris Kachigan. Loving dad to Jill (Ronald) Petrus, Lynn (Chris) Proeber, Kurt (Jackie) Swanson and Kay (Harry) Lum. Dear grandpa to Jeff, Matt, Erin, Emily and Zach. Great-grandpa to Winnie, Ainsley, Mackenzie and Strider. Also survived by his brother Lee Swanson and sister Sharon Nagy. Visitation at the funeral home on Sunday, November 18 (TODAY) from 4 to 7 PM and on Monday at St. Luke's United Church of Christ (2200 18th Ave, South Milwaukee) from 9 to 10:30 AM with a service to follow. Interment Forest Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Luke's United Church of Christ or to a veteran's organization of your choosing is appreciated.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Nov. 18, 2018.

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March 12, 2019

I knew Russ for more than 20 years. What began as a prank call to his number turned into a friendship that lasted for decades.

Russ and I would talk about his beloved Packers, his time in the service, and his family.

Russ was a patriot, a football fan, and father. I know he was slowing down, especially over the past 3 years.

I am saddened to hear of his passing.

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4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Molthen-Bell & Son Funeral Home

700 Milwaukee Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172

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Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

St. Luke's United Church of Christ

2200 18th Ave, South Milwaukee, WI

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700 Milwaukee Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172

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