Verna “Jean” Swanson, 87, of Warren, PA. died Wednesday evening, December 11, 2013 at the Rouse Warren County Home, Youngsville, PA. of a brief illness. She was born March 10, 1926 in Gowanda, New York to the late Walter and Rose Howe Mack. Jean was a longtime Warren area resident and formerly of North Warren, PA. She was 1944 graduate of Warren High School. A member of St. Joseph R.C. Church. Jean took pride in her appearance and especially the cleanliness of her home. She enjoyed spending her summers at their cottage on Lake Erie in Portland, N.Y. Jean is survived by her daughter, Barbara Swanson and her companion, Will Russell of Russell, PA. and his children – Zachary William Russell of Jamestown, N.Y., and Ryan (Crystal) Russell and their children, Avalynne and Alexander Russell. All of Kennedy, N.Y, 2 Granddaughters –Amy Punsky of Fairview, PA., Sara(Chad) McGuire, 2 Great Grandchildren – Marley and Remy McGuire all of Easthampton, Mass., several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick Swanson who died November 8, 2003 whom she married January 3, 1945 in Warren, PA., 1 Granddaughter – Mary Punsky Wilson who died November 28, 2010. Family will receive friends on Sunday, December 15, 2013 from 6 to 8 P.M. at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA. where a vigil service will be held at 7:45 P.M. Sunday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted Monday, December 16, 2013 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Joseph R.C. Church, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue West, Warren, PA. with Fr. Richard J. Toohey, Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Hospice of Warren County, 2 Crescent Park, Warren, PA. 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Barb and family,
May you find comfort in the days ahead and in each other.
Barb, Sara, Amy – Don’t grieve for what is lost, rather rejoice in what was. African greeting
Dear Barb, Remember so many good times growing up in Pleasant and spending time with your parents. We didn’t realize Jean was so bad. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family.
Sandy and Aunt Nett
Barb and Family,
My sincere condolences to you and your family. I just read of your Mother’s passing. I am sure your memories and the wonderful family legacy she passed to you will be of comfort in the days ahead. I often think of our childhood days in Pleasant Township and how nice it was back then. My parents are both gone now, too. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Would love to see you sometime. God Bless.