Jean Swanson

Jean M. Swanson, age 84, a resident of Webster formerly of Siren died March 31, 2011 at Good Samaritan Center in St. Croix Falls. Jean had lived independently in her home until she was hospitalized on March 19, 2011 at Indianhead Medical Center in Shell Lake. She was then transferred to Good Samaritan Center on March 31, 2011. Jean was born on August 23, 1926 in Lake Crystal, Minnesota to Marius and Janna Thorsbakken. She was a 1944 graduate of Centuria High School. On August 25, 1945 Jean married Kenneth in Way Cross, Georgia. Jean worked at Anderson’s Store in Siren for over 10 years. She was later employed for over 15 years by Capeside Cove Good Samaritan Center in Siren where she worked as a dietary aide and in the housekeeping department. Jean was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church for 60 years in Siren. She was an active member, serving as a Sunday School teacher and involved with the ladies aide. Jean enjoyed bridge and was a Bridge Club member for over 50 years. She also enjoyed cross word puzzles, liked reading, watching game shows and was an avid Badger and Packer fan. Jean was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth, son Bobby; brother Elmer and sister Agnes. She is survived by her son Larry (Jean) Swanson; daughter Linda (Doug) Plath; grandchildren Trevor, Torrey, Deanna, Dana, Eric; great grandchildren Alyvia, Jacob, and Rylee Jean; along with other relatives and friends. Memorial services will be held Monday, April 11, 2011 at 11:00 AM (visitation 10-11 AM)at Bethany Lutheran Church in Siren with Pastor Keith Rediske officiating. Music will be provided by Myrna Gardin and Pat Taylor. Interment will follow at the Lakeview Cemetery in Siren.