EDWARD C. SWANSON

OUR CONDOLENCES TO THE SWANSON FAMILY.TO ED, THANKS FOR ALL YOUR YEARS OF SERVIICE IN ALL YOU DID THROUGHOUT YOUR LIFETIME, AND FOR YOUR GREAT HUMOR.. WE WILL MISS YOU!. [PERSONAL TO DENNIS FROM MAYNARD HECK: SORRY I WAS OUT OF TOWN AND MISSED THE FUNERAL] MAYNARD & CAROL HECK [MADISON HEIGHTS, MI.].

With Mr. Swansons' passing ends an era in funeral service that few of us had the honor and privilege to experience. He was truly a people person and understood how important it is to build personal relationships. His stories and satires always kept us smiling. I will think of him often.

Great Guy and Mayor met him a number of times and very Friendly and Smart Heaven is Richer

"All our thoughts & prayers to family,friends and all at this time. May his memory be always !" From Mr.& Mrs. Hensley of Madison Heights.

Sending our condolences to the Swanson family

I knew Mr. Swanson for many years, he also helped us get back our Oakland County Mobile Meals back in 2007. What a great guy and he sure will b missed by a lot of friends.

We are sadden to read the passing of ED. Whenever Ed would see us in the yard,he would stop always asking about our Shih tzu's, Bear and Lucky and he always had his doggy Lucy with him. What a wonderful person and a great Mayor Ed was. He will be dearly missed. Our condolences go out to Elaine and family. R.I.P. Ed

Eddie, we drove the pants of those cars! Thanks for your jovial outlook and bright view of life, you always enlightened the day when we were around you. We give credit to a great man who always cared about those around him. Now I'm sure you'll keep those angels chuckling!

Sending my condolences to the Swanson family during this difficult time.

(Angela Madden from Pixley's Funeral Home)

Ed was a lovable and humorous man! The City was lucky to have Ed as both an Ambassador and then as our long term Mayor. We all need more men like Mayor Swanson.
Patti and I pass on our sincere condolences to Elaine, Dennis and family over their loss. We know that the legacy of his humorous anecdotes will make the family laugh for years to come.
Pete Connors

Our sympathies to the Swanson family. We knew Ed through the Viper club. We live in the UP. Ed&Elaine drove up to Escanaba one year to an event we used to do up here. I'm glad our paths got to cross with his several times over the years. Ed was a very nice man!

I enjoyed talking with Ed on the rare occasions I was lucky enough to see him. We shared a love of automobiles. He was always cheerful and had a great sense of humor.

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

By Lamaretta Simmons

We are saddened by Ed's passing. We will always remember him as a fun and funny guy. From the first time we met him at a Model T event .
He was always cracking jokes and making us laugh, like a stand-up comedian,
just kept us in stitches. Everyone loved Ed . He was an all around great guy. Haven't seen him much in the recent past , but every time we did see him he was ready with a big smile and hugs. We know he will be missed by many especially by Elaine and his family . love to you all, Les and Earline Berndt

So sorry for your lost Ed was a great man and like a second father to me. Worked with him many years and he was a great mayor. My heart goes out to his wife Elaine,and children. R.i.p. ed

Ed was a good man and did so much for our community. I have many fond memories of his good nature and sense of humor. You will be missed, Ed.

The heavens have gained in Angel. Mr Swanson, a wonderful man, a fabulous Mayor, a thoughtful neighbor, a mentor and friend to all. I will miss you tremendously. Prayers to your family, extended family. God Bless.
Kelly Pobe (Baroli)

To the Swanson Family, I am so sorry for the loss of Mr. Swanson. He was such a wonderful man and lived to the fullest. I'm so glad to have the pleasure of knowing him, I loved our conversations and the laughs. He raised a great family, built a great business and embedded his legacy in the city of Madison Heights. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He's no longer in any pain, he's healed and will continue to live in eternity within the gates of Heaven. Rest In Peace Mr. Swanson thank you for allowing me to know you. God Bless you and your family.

I enjoyed meeting Ed at many meetings during his time as mayor. He was always welcoming, always had a funny story to share and a witty answer. A job well done in tbis life, glad to call you my friend. Penny, Mayor of Clawson

Best dad ever ... you will be dearly missed by all your family but we will carry you in our hearts

Sorry to hear. Mom enjoyed working with Ed.

Deepest sympathy,


Pat Siecinski (Taylor)