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Alice Swanson Obituary

Alice Rowan Swanson, July 8 of injuries resulting from a bicycle accident in Washington, D. C. The 22 year old daughter of Ruth Rowan and Brian Swanson of Northborough, MA, Alice is a 2007 graduate of Amherst College and was employed by IREX, International Research and Exchanges Board in Washington, D.C.

She is survived by her parents; her sister, Melinda Rowan Swanson; her grandmother, Myrtle Davidson Swanson; four aunts, four uncles and seven cousins.

A memorial service will be held at The First Parish Church, Unitarian Universalist, Northborough, 40 Church St. on Saturday, July 19th at 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, a fund has been established to support Human Rights throughout the world, a cause to which Alice was deeply committed.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Trustees of Northborough Unitarian Church, PO Box 143, Northborough, MA 01532 for the Alice Rowan Swanson Fund.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Jul. 16, 2008.

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Cindy, Dan, Michael, & Eric Morin

July 25, 2008

Mindy, Ruth, and Brian,
Our deepest sympathy and heart felt wishes go out to you for your loss. Our hearts broke when we read the article in the Community Advocate. I knew Alice and Mindy for years and then my husband and my two sons got to know Alice well in Taekwondo. We were shocked to hear the news and all cried. Please know that we pray for you all.

Sarah Brunelle

July 21, 2008

Brian & Family,
Sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.

Marcia Kennedy

July 20, 2008

Ruth, Brian, and Mindy;

We are deeply sorry for your loss. Alice will always live on in our and your memories.

Marcia & Bill

Kristen Desjardin

July 18, 2008

Brian & Family -
All of us here at work have you in our thoughts and prayers, very sorry to hear about your loss.

Maureen Ames

July 18, 2008

Brian,Ruth & Mindy,
There are no words that I can say to help make sense of the death of your daughter Alice. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all I hope that time will help to heal your pain.


Maureen Fagan Ames
Classmate 1972

Steve Tourigny

July 17, 2008

Brian, Ruth & Mindy,

I was so sorry to hear of this terrible news. Please know that we are thinking of you and reminded painfully of how fragile our lives can be. All of our Love,

Steve Tourigny and Family,
Folsom, CA

Bob Schurter

July 17, 2008

Brian Ruth and Mindy

I can’t tell you how devastated I was on hearing about Alice. When I read the article in the Post I was equally amazed at how that dreamy little girl I remembered had grown up into such an accomplished young woman. I hope you can find some comfort in remembering how much she accomplished. I hope you three can somehow find the strength to get through this. Please call me if there is anything I can

Richard Skiermont

July 17, 2008

Brian, There are no words that can help to make sense of the tragic death of your daughter Alice. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, along with my sincere hope that time will help to heal your pain.

Frank Lederer

July 16, 2008

Brian, I'm very saddened to hear of the loss of your daughter Alice. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at work.
Frank Lederer

Sue Mattson

July 16, 2008

Brian and Family,
When I read Alice's obituary, I realized you and your family have lost such a talented young lady. My heart has been hurting ever since and I do feel your pain. I send my sympathies to you and your family and am so sorry for your loss.

Eileen Schurter

July 16, 2008

I was so terribly saddened when I heard the news about Alice. People say that everything happens for a reason, but I can't think of any for the loss of such a young sweet giving person with so much to offer the world. My heart goes out to all of you, and I will always remember Alice and the fun times our families had together.

Judy & Stan Berlane

July 16, 2008

Ruth, We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter. We remember both Alice and Melissa coming to rehearsal and coloring while we all sang; and thinking how sweet and good they were. Please know that our thoughts and loving wishes are with you and your family in this most difficult of times.

Leslee and Rick Robinson

July 16, 2008

We were very sorry to hear of your loss. We have many fond memories of Alice as a child. She was such a fun, creative person. Genevieve,while she was at Mount Holyoke, often met up with Alice and we enjoyed hearing about her latest adventures. She had a positive influence on our lives that will not be forgotten.

Lindsay

July 16, 2008

I grew up with Alice and went to school with her. She was always such a sweet girl and always had a smile on her face. My deepest sympathy goes out to her family.

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