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Swan Swanson Obituary
Born on Oct. 12, 1955, in Muskegon, the son of Victor and Donna Swanson. Swan graduated from Whitehall High School, class of 1973, and married the love of his life, Rebecca Austin, shortly after. He went into the trades and became a master stonemason after a long career as a bricklayer.
Devoted father to Samantha and Swan III and proud grandfather to Olivia, Tyler, Swan IV, and Maya. His kids always came first; even after long days on the job he always made time for his family. His love did not stop there, because everyone was family to him; his selfless, compassionate, and caring heart extended to everyone that had the opportunity to have met him.
Swan loved to hunt, fish, trap, forage for morels, and spent many hours enjoying the great outdoors. Swan was an entrepreneur who was always ready to follow his dreams and start new business ventures. He also volunteered his time as Coach Swan for White Lake youth sports for many years.
Swan will be greatly missed and is survived by: his wife, Rebecca; children; and grandchildren. Also, he was deeply loved and missed by his mother, Donna; brothers, Kenneth and Rick (Rocky); and sister, Sandy.
Swan was preceded in death by his father, Victor.
A Celebration of Life will take place on Sept. 18, 2022, from 2 to 5 p.m., at the White Lake Eagles, 1204 S. Lake Street, Whitehall MI, 49461. Please come with stories and memories to share and help us celebrate The Man, The Myth, and The Legend, Swan Swanson.
In lieu of flowers, we kindly ask that memorial contributions be made to https://everloved.com/life-of/swan-swanson or directly to his wife Rebecca Swanson to help with medical and funeral expenses.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
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Betty Moneyhun
October 4, 2022
So sorry to hear of Swan's passing. It's been many years since we've seen him, but we remember many good times shared with him and Becky and our son Rickie went to school with his daughter Samantha. We are thinking of the family at this difficult time. Our deepest condolences. Betty and Rick Moneyhun
Bernie Lory
September 13, 2022
Swan was my brother from another mother! He was always caring and supportive and was a great business partner! Quick with a laugh or a funny way to look at the situation. I loved traveling to the shows with him in Boston and to Little Rock, and all throughout Michigan, although they were hard work and long hours, Swan always could make me smile through it all and “find the funny” in what were sometimes seemingly not funny problems. He wasn’t afraid of hard work and always had a smile and a”booming” hello to even complete strangers. I admired his ability to communicate and relate to the public, and always made time for his family and friends. He was a fierce warrior for standing up for what was right, while still making everyone feel like they were part of what he had going on. I will miss his sense of humor, his huge laugh and his endearing smile! He was truly one of the “great” ones, loved by everyone he met, because they felt what everyone felt when they met him. his kindness, positivity, and true caring. Making them feel special just for having met him! I miss you, my brother God’s speed towards whatever reward you are destined for, I am sure it will be as great as you are!
Charles Hain
September 12, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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