John was born on January 7, 1980 to David and Marilynn Swanson at Bozeman Deaconess Hospital. The family moved to Kent, Washington where John attended Kent schools.
John was a self-educated man and highly intelligent. He attended Helena College Vocational School while helping take care of his dad. He worked for a construction company and laid the floor in the Capitol building.
The Swanson family moved back to Helena, MT where John had a variety of jobs. He worked at the County Market as the Dairy Manager before working five years for UPS.
John was a very caring man, and he showed that while attending to his ill mother. His true love was his daughter, Kathryn Reese Swanson, who was born on February 25, 2000. He cared deeply for his grandmother, Joyce Williams.
John changed his life plans to tend to Kathryn’s needs as a father. He also helped with his dad until he died on June 12, 2003. At the time of his passing, John was the caregiver for his mother, Marilyn who is very ill.
John was preceded in death by his father, David P. Swanson; and his grandparents, David E. Swanson, Helen Hollenbeck, and Maurice E. Williams. John is survived by his mother, Marilyn Swanson; daughter, Kathryn Swanson; sisters, August Swanson and Stephanie Swanson; and his grandmother, Joyce Williams. He is also survived by one niece, three nephews, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Viewing hours will begin 11:00 a.m. with funeral services to be at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, January 22nd at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home. Ashes will be laid at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.aswfuneralhome.com.
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Craig and Debbie Eckstein says
John, You have touched our lives in such a way that you will always be with us and will truely be Missed. We Love You!
Marilynn, August, Stephanie and Kathryn,
We send all our love and Prayers.
LOVE, Craig, Debbie
Flint Murfitt says
Dear August, I’m so sorry – – there really are no words . . . I’m thinking of you during this difficult time.
George Coffey says
My condolences to the family. May you gain comfort knowing that John is now in Gods memory awaiting JOHN 5:28,29. Cherish your many memories and know that John will forever be missed, remembered, and loved by so many.
Katie & Dale McLaughlin says
Marilyn..I am so sorry for the loss of your dear son. There aren’t words that will ease your pain, but take comfort in your memories and knowing you have the love and support of many friends. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
keith a andersen says
marilyn been a wile sorry to hear about john
Patti(McDonald)marshall says
Marilynn , my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sheri Bunker says
Marilyn, August & Kathyrn:
You have my deepest sympathy. I am so sorry for your loss – please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. May God bless you all.
Sheri & Tena
Tim and Kelli Jensen says
Our deepest sympathy to the Swanson Family and friends. Our prayers are with you. May God be close and comfort you at this time of loss.
August Swanson says
Miss you so much John. Love you!