Age 79 of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025.
Preceded in death by parents, Harley Swedell and Vivian Jydstrup; and sister, Cheryl Empey.
Survived by sons, Christopher (Kim) and Chad (Leah); grandchildren, Brandon (Jaymie) and Benjamin; great-granddaughters, Sabrina, Savannah, and Scarlett; siblings, Bruce (Diane) Swedell, Arlinda (Tim) Sindorf, and Gerold (Melanie) Swedell; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral service 11:00 AM Wednesday, December 3 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home-Lino Lakes, 7050 Lake Drive. Visitation from 10-11 AM. Interment Isanti Union Cemetery.
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7050 Lake Drive, Lino Lakes, MN 55014

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