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Thomas Swanson Obituary
He enlisted in the US Marine Corps and served proudly in Vietnam, where he received two Purple Hearts. He was a true patriot, loved his country deeply, and was a proud Marine. He was united in marriage to the former Donna Schell on Sept. 8, 1973 at United Methodist Church in New London. He was employed at Electric Boat, retiring after 30 years. Mr. Swanson was a member of the Disabled American Veterans and a Life member of the Purple Heart Association. He was active in Montville youth sports, coaching soccer and Little League. He served as Chief Umpire for Little League District 10 for 15 years. Tom also volunteered at Montville High School with the wrestling team and school band. He was a fantastic cook, and enjoyed cooking for family and friends. He met with his brothers, Harold, Ronald and Floyd to make their homemade wine which they labeled "Quattro Fratelli " (Four Brothers) and homemade soupy.
Beside his beloved wife, Donna, he is survived by two children, Stacie Vargas and fiancé Fred Ritchie of Uncasville, Michael and wife Christian Swanson of Preston; two brothers, Harold and wife Dale Swanson of New London, Ronald and wife JoAnne Swanson of Waterford; his grandchildren, Angela and husband Graham Connolly, Katelyn Vargas, Connor and Corbin Swanson; great-grandson, John Connolly; his former wife Nicki Beaudry.
His family will receive relatives and friends from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday at the Impellitteri-Malia Funeral Home, 84 Montauk Ave. New London. Interment with full military honors will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301 Cincinnati, OH 45250-030
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RK
January 31, 2019
Please accept my dearest and heartfelt sympathy; I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1,2
Rick & Marsha Silvia
January 24, 2019
Harold and family. Marsha and I wish to extend our deepest sympathy for the untimely loss of your brother Tom. We truly feel your sorrow. Rick and Marsha Silvia.
Lisa Mileski
January 23, 2019
Dear Donna, Stacie, Michael & Family, We are so very sorry for your loss. May your memories of the wonderful man he was help get you through this difficult time. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Lisa, Nick, and Josh
Tom & Eileen Whittaker
January 22, 2019
Words cant express how sorry we were to hear about Toms passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
I have fond memorys of seeing him sitting outside your home and talking to him at the YAHA meetings. He will be missed.
I wish I was in CT to help you at this very sad and difficult time.
With our deepest sympathy.
David StClaire
January 22, 2019
To the Swanson family, I am sorry for your loss. Tom was a good guy, we worked together at EB and I could always count on his support.
Donna Faragosa
January 22, 2019
Dear Donna: I just learned of your husband's death. I am very sorry for your loss. Keep your memories close at heart. Thinking of you with love and sympathy.
Donna Faragosa
TINA RAINVILLE
January 22, 2019
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
January 21, 2019
Sorry for your loss. We have great memories of Tom from Montville Little League and NLHS.
Jim Orlando
January 21, 2019
REST IN PEACE TOM
Ken Haner
January 21, 2019
Donna, Mike and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was a trooper and wonderful person. Our times umpiring in Little League together are among my fondest memories, and I will never forget our trip to Williamsport! Tom was tough on the outside, but had a heart of gold. I will remember the good times and be thankful for time I had to spend with him.
Peace,
mike kobelski
January 21, 2019
My Condolences to the family of Tom remembering Tom from Scouting and Umpiring it was great to know Tom .RIP .
Victor C. Pippo
January 20, 2019
I'm sorry about your loss. Lost of prayers to you and your family. Victor C. Victor A. Maria E. Pippo.
Jean Leca
January 20, 2019
Harold, sorry to learn that your brother Tom
has passed away. May God grant Peace and Blessings to the family
julie culbusky
January 20, 2019
My deepest condolences to Harold and Dale, and the Family on your Great Loss.
Love and Blessings,
Julie
Peggy Lufkin
January 20, 2019
Stacie and Fred and the entire family we are so sorry for your loss our hearts and prayers are with you all. If we can help in any way don't hesitate to ask. We love you.
Love Ron,Peg, David, Junie and Keke
Ramona Neto
January 20, 2019
Michael and Chris I am so sorry for your loss. Even though I didn't I have the pleasure of knowing him I could tell he was a wonderful person not by all the great things he's done, but by all the people's life's he touched with random acts kindness and didn't even know that's what they masses called it but just the right thing to do.
Ramona
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