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Kenneth Lyle Swanson, born April 4, 1940 in Dagus Mines, PA, died August 29, 2007 in Bozeman, MT. Kenneth Swanson has won victory over death in the loving arms of his savior Jesus Christ. Kenneth retired from Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, NM in 1993 after 32 years. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Swanson in MT; mother, Mary Swanson in PA; mother-in-law, Loretta Baum in MT; son Arrick and Bonnie Swanson in MT, son, Aaron and Debra Swanson in TX; daughter, Tamela Swanson in MI; six grandchildren (Kenneth, Lyle, Austin, Mason, Rachael and Marion); and one great-granddaughter (Leyah). The joy of Ken's life has always been family. He also enjoyed fishing and reading. His gift was in sharing his love of God and family through Marriage Encounter. Daddyisms: "Generosity without expectations, regardless of hardship", "Do not judge people; simply observe their morals and values to weigh your own actions and conduct in your life.", "Love is not an emotion it is a conscious decision.", "Travel with your family and send a postcard to your friends to share your journey". In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be sent to Hospice, Bozeman Deaconess Cancer Center or Locks of Love. Cremation has taken place and a Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Valley of Flowers Catholic Church in Belgrade, MT on September 5, 2007 at 11:00 a.m.
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