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John Swanson Obituary

John B. Swanson John B. Swanson, 52, peacefully passed away on July 14, 2007 in Long Beach, CA of glioblastoma multiforme. He was born in Alhambra and raised in Ventura. He attended the USC School of Cinema but left to pursue a career in music. He performed for more than 20 years in clubs around Ventura and the Southland. John graduated from California State University Long Beach with a bachelor's degree in History in 1989 and a Masters of Science in Counseling/Family Therapy in 1996. He was a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and practiced at Family Service of Long Beach and College Hospital Cerritos. From 2002 to 2004, John was clinical coordinator of the adolescent and children's treatment unit at College Hospital Cerritos. From 2004 until his death, he was in private practice with Dr. Duggan & Associates in Long Beach and at Harbor Psychologists in Lakewood. John is survived by his wife, Michele; daughter, Sara of Long Beach; his parents, Barbara and Robert Swanson of Ventura; his siste rs, Terri Stearns of Hemet and Wendy Roulhac of Ventura; and his brother, Scott Swanson of Carpinteria. A Memorial Mass will be held on Thursday, July 26 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church at 5100 E. Broadway, Long Beach, 90803. All Souls Mortuary in Long Beach is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in John Swanson's name for GBM Research either to "USC/Norris Cancer Center", Attn: Carmy Peters, 1441 Eastlake Ave, Room 8302, Los Angeles, CA 90033; or t o "UC Regents", UCLA Neuro-Oncology Program, Attn: Dr. Timothy Cloughesy, 710 Westwood Plaza, Suite 1230, Los Angeles, CA 90095. All Souls Mortuary (562) 424-8601

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Published by Press-Telegram on Jul. 22, 2007.

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Don Adams

August 14, 2007

I'm so sorry to hear of John's passing. I remember him from our high school years. When I think of him I remember his easy going attitude and his smile. Our prayers are with his family.

David @ Merna Schmitt

July 29, 2007

We want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time... Many special memories of John will always be cherished by all who knew him. Our love and respect to everyone in the family.

Phyllis Kerlin

July 27, 2007

Sara and Michelle,
I am so sad that John is gone. Who will sit on the bench and sing and play guitar in front of your house? Who will wave to me and smile while we both water our lawns? The world, this neighborhood, will not be the same without John's wonderful, helpful, caring and loving presence. Blessings to you both at this difficult and dark time.
Love, Phyllis Kerlin, your neighbor

Barbara Howard

July 26, 2007

Love and concern

Helen Matter

July 26, 2007

Memories of John and his music still bring a smile to my face. My favorite was his arrangement of When You Wish Upon a Star/Somewhere Over the Rainbow.
I'm so glad he fullfilled his dreams of love and family.
My condolences to Michelle and Sara

Neil Beattie

July 25, 2007

John you were a great friend I have alot of good memories. You always were so positive I loved it,you will be missed.R.I.P. your friend allways Neil Beattie

Dave and Flo Townley

July 25, 2007

We were so sorry to hear of your son's passing.

Stephen Downey

July 21, 2007

My condolences to all the family. I knew John years ago. He was a great guy.

Robert W. Garven Jr.

July 20, 2007

John and I were good friends. I had not seen him in a long time but we were both musicians and enjoyed good rock music. He used to work at Salzers and would always bring home new albums for us to listen to. John you will be missed.... My thoughts are with your family

susan montoya

July 20, 2007

I was so saddened and shocked to see the death of John. We were such good friends as kids, playing kick the can and hide and seek with the kids in the neighborhood on summer nights. What fun times those were! God bless his family and Terri, I think of you often and wonder how you are doing. My prayers are with you in this very sad time.
Mrs. Susan Snyder Montoya

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