Jonathan (Jack) E. Swanson, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on April 4, 2024, in Geneva, Illinois at the age of 83. Born on September 1, 1940, in Mount Vernon, Washington to Miriam and Everett Swanson (both deceased), Jack's life was a testament to his resilience, kindness, patience, and unwavering dedication to his family.
In 1968, Jack married the love of his life, Joanne, and together they built a family, welcoming their children, Tracy and David, and later their beloved grandchildren, Teagan (18), Shayla (15), and Nora (1). Jack's role as a family man was paramount. He was a responsible and caring provider who cherished moments of play and travel with his loved ones. He was always there to relax together in quiet times and knew when his strength and wisdom were needed in challenging times.
Before he lost himself to Alzheimer’s, Jack reassured Joanne of his faith in Jesus Christ, his Savior.
We will deeply miss him and hold onto the thoughts of who he was: someone who enjoyed family walks and always brought a ball to play with, who delighted in surprising his wife, children, and grandchildren with poke-in-the-ribs sneak tickle attacks, who enjoyed hiding behind a corner to elicit a jump scare and was prepared to suffer the consequences, who possessed a quiet side yet could captivate with conversation when you needed it, and who will forever be remembered as a devoted, handsome husband, a fun and supportive dad, and a perfectly playful grandpa.
John 3:16
"For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him shall not perish but have EVERLASTING LIFE."
On Thursday, April 4, 2024, at 7:53 p.m. angels escorted Jack to Heaven. Jack, Dad, Grandpa, you're BACK. You FOUND YOU again! ...in Heaven with Jesus.