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Dave Huntley
November 4, 2008
I worked in sales at Northwest in Southdale in the late 70's. I even remember when Swanee did a TV show (on Sundays, I believe) in the 1950's.
He was an inspiration to many and did so much for music in the Twin Cities.
My condolences to the family.
Jerry & Marian Spitzack
November 3, 2008
Many happy memories as Swanee helped us get into the organ business. We remember the boys as youngters when we were involved from Faribault. Our sympthies to the family.
Judith Ann Swanson
November 3, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the families of Swanee. Adele was my mother's first cousin. My mother was Ethel Olson Holme, wife of Sig Holme and they were also good friends of your mom and dad. Swanee played his organ at my wedding back in 1970. They were great people and Swanee will be sorely missed. If i remember correctly, my dad Sig also worked with your dad at the Bakery in Glenwood, MN. My deepest sympathy to your family.
kyron Michaelson
November 3, 2008
Swanee was a great guy, with a big heart, and a big smile.
Thanks for the memory's
Rocketman
Thomas Olson
November 3, 2008
I worked for Swanee for quite a few years. I delivered organs and pianos, plus worked in part time sales. He helped me a lot in many ways, and will miss him.
Rob Meads
November 2, 2008
I just learned of Swanee's passing. I too was fortunate to be an employee of Swanee for many years. The influence he had resulted in me being in the music business for almost 40 years. There was never a greater promoter and to this day we use many of the techniques he taught. His love of Adie, his family, and his music is a model for us all. My sincere sympathies go to his entire family.
Lloyd Meyer
November 1, 2008
It was my pleasure to work for Swanee during the 1960’s in the twin cities where he had built one of the largest and most successful retail organ and piano businesses in the world. My experience there and opportunity to learn from such a gifted entrepreneur and music industry leader, led to a rewarding musical instrument career including the management of the Steinway Piano Company in New York and Germany. Swanee was one of the most talented and creative persons I have known in my lifetime. He made it possible for literally thousands of people to learn music who otherwise would not have had the opportunity. His influence in the music industry is still being felt to this day, and he will be deeply missed by the many lives he’s touched around the world. My wife joins me in expressing our deepest sympathy to Chuck and Judy Swanson and the entire Swanson family.
Lloyd & Donna Meyer
Carefree, Arizona
Mike and Mary Jo Armstrong
October 31, 2008
To the Swanson Family,
Mary Jo and I have many fond memories of Northwest Organ, Swanee and his contribution to our
careers and the music industry.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Mike and Mary Jo Armstrong
Debbie Johnson
October 31, 2008
Oh my gosh! I am so sorry!!!I was looking for another obituary & saw Swanee's! I was on TV with Swanee back in the 60's. Our parent's, were very good friends. My parents were Ken & Lorraine Anderson. I know in my heart your Dad wanted to be with your Mom. My thoughts are with you, I am so sorry! Deb Johnson/ used to be Rogers/orig. was Anderson (Moose was by brother)
Patricia O'Neil
October 31, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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