Irwin Swanson
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Irwin Swanson, age 82 of Carrington, ND, passed away Monday, May 6, 2013 at The Lutheran Home of the Good Shepherd, New Rockford, ND surrounded by family with his wife holding his hand. Herbert Irwin Swanson, born March 15, 1931 in Rugby, ND, the son of Herbert and Rubelle (Romfo) Swanson.The family moved to Nordmore Township when Irwin was ten. He attended Nordmore Public School through 8th grade. Irwin married Judy Gussiaas at Kvernes Lutheran Church, Nordmore Township on November 14, 1954. They moved into their home together where they lived until March, 2013. Irwin loved working in his workshop, fixing, designing and building equipment. Irwin was a farmer and rancher and over the years has raised dairy cattle, pigs, and beef cattle. He had a gentle and natural way of relating to animals and working with his livestock. Irwin was a member of Kvernes Lutheran Church where through the years he greatly enjoyed being a member of the choir, a youth group leader, and the Kvernes Church board. He also was on the board of the Lutheran Home of the Good Shepherd. Irwin was the first Pioneer Seed dealer in Foster County with Swanson Seeds, a business that his son David continues to own and operate. He was a member of the National Farm Organization and had deep concern for the future of farming. Irwin is survived by his wife, Judy, of Carrington, ND; sons Dennis (Mary) and David (Sue) both of Carrington, and daughter Dawn (Ron) Robson, Fargo, ND; grandchildren Lynnette (Mike) Ophaug, Grand Forks, ND, Michael (Christina) Swanson, Chapel Hill, NC, Matthew (Ashley and Baby Boy) Swanson, Leeds, ND, Andrew (Heather) Swanson, Bismarck, ND, Ryan Swanson, Golden, CO, Amanda and Luke Robson, Fargo, ND; and 1 great grandchild, Jonah Swanson (Andrew). He also played a special role in the lives of Christina Thompson, Laura, Phillip, and Austin Butts. He was preceded in death by his parents. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to HeartSprings. HeartSprings Phone: 701-261-3142 Fax: 701-237-4937 Housed out of: Messiah Lutheran Church 2010 N. Elm St. Fargo, ND 58102
FUNERAL SERVICE: Kvernes Lutheran Church, rural Carrington, ND DATE AND TIME: Friday, May 10, 2013 at 10:30 AM INTERMENT: Kvernes Cemetery, rural Carrington, ND |
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Name: Lavonn Yuvaraj
Date: 5/18/13
Message: Whenever I saw Irwin, it was never without a wonderful, warm smile. My thoughts and prayers to you, Judy, and the rest of your family. May you find peace and comfort.
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Name: Sharon and Dale Crush
Date: May 15,2013
Message: We were so sorry to hear about Irwin's passing. He was such a gentle kind man who touched those who met him. It was a pleasure to meet him and his family at our Gravem reunion in 2007. Our prayers are with you, Judy, and your family as you celebrate his life. Love, Sharon and Dale
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Name: Lowell and Connie Medhus
Date: May 8,2013
Message: we were saddened about Irwin's passing. We will miss our visits and his hugs. We are sending prayers to everyone, Judy, Dennis and Mary, Dave and Sue, Dawn and Ron. We love you all. You have our deepest sympathy. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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Name: Trudy Martinson Ruzicka
Date: May 9 2013
Message: So sorry to hear of this, so glad we had the Gravem, Fredrickson and Martinson reunion and that your folks could come for this. I just loved Irwin's mother, so many special memories for me when I was a little girls.
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Name: MARSHA NEUMAN
Date: 5/8/2013
Message: MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY HE REST IN PEACE!
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Name: Janet (Lauckner) Mindt
Date: 05/08/13
Message: Judy and family, my heart breaks and rejoices at the same time hearing the news of Irwin's passing. I rejoice knowing that he is with Jesus and celebrating a great reunion with our Lord and Saviour. I pray for God's arms to surround all of you with His love and peace. I know we will see Irwin again someday and I hope and pray that you can find comfort in that. I will not be attending the funeral but you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Janet Mindt and family.
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Name: Nadine & Jerry Kainz
Date: 05/08/2013
Message: News of Irwin's passing saddened our hearts. He will be missed by all that knew him. We are ever so grateful for memories of our travels together and lunches after the movies, Judy and to all your family our deepest sympathy and peace be with you.
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Name: Aaron Woehl
Date: May 7th 2013
Message: So sorry for your loss Irvin was a great man and will be missed by many when we had our reunions he was so nice to chat with sending prayers to Judy and dawn and the rest of the family me and my mom send our love and prayers to u all