Bert E. Swanson

Bert E. Swanson

Bert Swanson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rannells Funeral Home - Koontz Lake Chapel on Nov. 20, 2022.
WALKERTON – Bert E. Swanson of rural Walkerton passed away on Wednesday, November 17, 2022 at Brickyard Healthcare, Valparaiso following an extended illness. He was born on October 14, 1937 in Valparaiso to the late Elmer and Esther (Brodin) Swanson and was 85 years old at the time of his death.
He lived in the Walkerton area most of his life. On June 30, 1984 in Walkerton, he married the love of his life Carolyn Schultz, who precedes Bert's death. He was previously the owner of Clyde's Steering Service until his retirement, and also was a member of Mill Creek Baptist Church. He loved to restore classic cars and Wheel Horse tractors.
Bert is survived by four children: Jamie (Mike) Monroe of Rolling Prairie, Kim (Brian) Warne of Walkerton, Marcy Waldo of Westville, and Brett (Angie) Schultz of Wakarusa; eight grandchildren, and fifteen great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents and his wife.
It was Bert's wishes to be cremated, and in honoring his wishes there will be no services held.

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