Gary Kent Swanson Sr.

Gary Kent Swanson Sr. obituary

Gary Kent Swanson Sr.

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3060 W. US Hwy 10, Ludington, MI 49431

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Gary Swanson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Grace Funeral Home & Cremation Services on Aug. 27, 2025.

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Gary Kent Swanson Sr., 84 of Ludington, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Grace Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at 10:00 AM.

A full obituary will be published once approved by the family.

Arrangements were entrusted to Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services (formerly Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington). www.GraceCremations.com

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Upcoming Events

Sep

26

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Grace Funeral Home & Cremation Services

3060 W. US Hwy 10, Ludington, MI 49431

Send Flowers

Sep

26

Memorial service

11:00 a.m.

Grace Funeral Home & Cremation Services

3060 W. US Hwy 10, Ludington, MI 49431

Send Flowers