Susan Jean Swanson
February 13, 1947 - October 22, 2018
Susan Jean Swanson passed away Oct. 22, 2018 in her home in Southeast Portland, alongside her loving husband and primary caregiver. She had been suffering the effects of ALS and dementia (FTD).
Sue was born in Columbus, Ohio in 1947 to Dr. Thomas and Jean Clark and had four siblings. She graduated from Worthington High School and the Riverside Whitecross School of Nursing.
On a road trip to attend the 1971 Rose Bowl featuring her beloved Ohio State Buckeyes, Sue visited the Officer's Club at Williams Air Force Base in Arizona and was introduced to Richard Swanson. The two of them began to date and later Sue and Rich married, April 28, 1973 in Beaverton, Ore.
Sue was a longtime resident of Southeast Portland where she and Rich raised their family. She was a dedicated mother, wife and friend. Many of her children's friends referred to her as a "2nd mother" and she was legendary for offering warm, welcoming hugs.
Sue's family commitment extended beyond her immediate family. She played an active role in her nieces, nephews and grandchildren's lives and always found joy in her interactions with them. During family gatherings while the adults remained at the meal table engaged in conversation Sue would often be found with the children playing games, doing puzzles and finding joy.
Her professional endeavors included being a registered nurse, chocolatier and Realtor.
She was an active member of her community in a variety of roles. At Trinity United Methodist Church, she helped establish the "Backpack Buddy" food program which provides food to underserved children at neighborhood elementary schools. She also found time to serve as president of the Brooklyn Pre-School, president of Grout Elementary PTA and in many other volunteer capacities involving her children's activities. She and Rich continued to support their children in all their activities at Cleveland High School.
Sue is survived by her husband, Richard; her daughter, Ceri Cundiff (Mike); son, Evan (Tina); three grandchildren; her brother, Tom Clark; stepmother, Margaret Miskimen; and half sister, Marjorie Gerczak. She was predeceased by her parents; brother, Ed; and sister, Carolyn Temes.
Her memorial service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 3915 S.E. Steele St., Portland 97202. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Sue's honor may be made to the "Backpack Buddy Program" at Trinity United Methodist Church (mail a check payable to Trinity United Methodist Church with "Backpack Buddy Program" in memo line).
Thank you to the ALS Association and the many friends who visited and helped care for Sue during her battle with ALS. The family is especially grateful to Helen Taylor and her loving care. In a fitting tribute to Sue, the family encourages everyone to share a hug in her remembrance.
[Published in The Oregonian, Portland, Oregon, November 13, 2018 to November 16, 2018]
February 13, 1947 - October 22, 2018
Susan Jean Swanson passed away Oct. 22, 2018 in her home in Southeast Portland, alongside her loving husband and primary caregiver. She had been suffering the effects of ALS and dementia (FTD).
Sue was born in Columbus, Ohio in 1947 to Dr. Thomas and Jean Clark and had four siblings. She graduated from Worthington High School and the Riverside Whitecross School of Nursing.
On a road trip to attend the 1971 Rose Bowl featuring her beloved Ohio State Buckeyes, Sue visited the Officer's Club at Williams Air Force Base in Arizona and was introduced to Richard Swanson. The two of them began to date and later Sue and Rich married, April 28, 1973 in Beaverton, Ore.
Sue was a longtime resident of Southeast Portland where she and Rich raised their family. She was a dedicated mother, wife and friend. Many of her children's friends referred to her as a "2nd mother" and she was legendary for offering warm, welcoming hugs.
Sue's family commitment extended beyond her immediate family. She played an active role in her nieces, nephews and grandchildren's lives and always found joy in her interactions with them. During family gatherings while the adults remained at the meal table engaged in conversation Sue would often be found with the children playing games, doing puzzles and finding joy.
Her professional endeavors included being a registered nurse, chocolatier and Realtor.
She was an active member of her community in a variety of roles. At Trinity United Methodist Church, she helped establish the "Backpack Buddy" food program which provides food to underserved children at neighborhood elementary schools. She also found time to serve as president of the Brooklyn Pre-School, president of Grout Elementary PTA and in many other volunteer capacities involving her children's activities. She and Rich continued to support their children in all their activities at Cleveland High School.
Sue is survived by her husband, Richard; her daughter, Ceri Cundiff (Mike); son, Evan (Tina); three grandchildren; her brother, Tom Clark; stepmother, Margaret Miskimen; and half sister, Marjorie Gerczak. She was predeceased by her parents; brother, Ed; and sister, Carolyn Temes.
Her memorial service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 3915 S.E. Steele St., Portland 97202. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Sue's honor may be made to the "Backpack Buddy Program" at Trinity United Methodist Church (mail a check payable to Trinity United Methodist Church with "Backpack Buddy Program" in memo line).
Thank you to the ALS Association and the many friends who visited and helped care for Sue during her battle with ALS. The family is especially grateful to Helen Taylor and her loving care. In a fitting tribute to Sue, the family encourages everyone to share a hug in her remembrance.
[Published in The Oregonian, Portland, Oregon, November 13, 2018 to November 16, 2018]
Susan Jean Swanson
February 13, 1947 - October 22, 2018
Susan Jean Swanson passed away Oct. 22, 2018 in her home in Southeast Portland, alongside her loving husband and primary caregiver. She had been suffering the effects of ALS and dementia (FTD).
Sue was born in Columbus, Ohio in 1947 to Dr. Thomas and Jean Clark and had four siblings. She graduated from Worthington High School and the Riverside Whitecross School of Nursing.
On a road trip to attend the 1971 Rose Bowl featuring her beloved Ohio State Buckeyes, Sue visited the Officer's Club at Williams Air Force Base in Arizona and was introduced to Richard Swanson. The two of them began to date and later Sue and Rich married, April 28, 1973 in Beaverton, Ore.
Sue was a longtime resident of Southeast Portland where she and Rich raised their family. She was a dedicated mother, wife and friend. Many of her children's friends referred to her as a "2nd mother" and she was legendary for offering warm, welcoming hugs.
Sue's family commitment extended beyond her immediate family. She played an active role in her nieces, nephews and grandchildren's lives and always found joy in her interactions with them. During family gatherings while the adults remained at the meal table engaged in conversation Sue would often be found with the children playing games, doing puzzles and finding joy.
Her professional endeavors included being a registered nurse, chocolatier and Realtor.
She was an active member of her community in a variety of roles. At Trinity United Methodist Church, she helped establish the "Backpack Buddy" food program which provides food to underserved children at neighborhood elementary schools. She also found time to serve as president of the Brooklyn Pre-School, president of Grout Elementary PTA and in many other volunteer capacities involving her children's activities. She and Rich continued to support their children in all their activities at Cleveland High School.
Sue is survived by her husband, Richard; her daughter, Ceri Cundiff (Mike); son, Evan (Tina); three grandchildren; her brother, Tom Clark; stepmother, Margaret Miskimen; and half sister, Marjorie Gerczak. She was predeceased by her parents; brother, Ed; and sister, Carolyn Temes.
Her memorial service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 3915 S.E. Steele St., Portland 97202. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Sue's honor may be made to the "Backpack Buddy Program" at Trinity United Methodist Church (mail a check payable to Trinity United Methodist Church with "Backpack Buddy Program" in memo line).
Thank you to the ALS Association and the many friends who visited and helped care for Sue during her battle with ALS. The family is especially grateful to Helen Taylor and her loving care. In a fitting tribute to Sue, the family encourages everyone to share a hug in her remembrance.
[Published in The Oregonian, Portland, Oregon, November 13, 2018 to November 16, 2018]
February 13, 1947 - October 22, 2018
Susan Jean Swanson passed away Oct. 22, 2018 in her home in Southeast Portland, alongside her loving husband and primary caregiver. She had been suffering the effects of ALS and dementia (FTD).
Sue was born in Columbus, Ohio in 1947 to Dr. Thomas and Jean Clark and had four siblings. She graduated from Worthington High School and the Riverside Whitecross School of Nursing.
On a road trip to attend the 1971 Rose Bowl featuring her beloved Ohio State Buckeyes, Sue visited the Officer's Club at Williams Air Force Base in Arizona and was introduced to Richard Swanson. The two of them began to date and later Sue and Rich married, April 28, 1973 in Beaverton, Ore.
Sue was a longtime resident of Southeast Portland where she and Rich raised their family. She was a dedicated mother, wife and friend. Many of her children's friends referred to her as a "2nd mother" and she was legendary for offering warm, welcoming hugs.
Sue's family commitment extended beyond her immediate family. She played an active role in her nieces, nephews and grandchildren's lives and always found joy in her interactions with them. During family gatherings while the adults remained at the meal table engaged in conversation Sue would often be found with the children playing games, doing puzzles and finding joy.
Her professional endeavors included being a registered nurse, chocolatier and Realtor.
She was an active member of her community in a variety of roles. At Trinity United Methodist Church, she helped establish the "Backpack Buddy" food program which provides food to underserved children at neighborhood elementary schools. She also found time to serve as president of the Brooklyn Pre-School, president of Grout Elementary PTA and in many other volunteer capacities involving her children's activities. She and Rich continued to support their children in all their activities at Cleveland High School.
Sue is survived by her husband, Richard; her daughter, Ceri Cundiff (Mike); son, Evan (Tina); three grandchildren; her brother, Tom Clark; stepmother, Margaret Miskimen; and half sister, Marjorie Gerczak. She was predeceased by her parents; brother, Ed; and sister, Carolyn Temes.
Her memorial service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 3915 S.E. Steele St., Portland 97202. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Sue's honor may be made to the "Backpack Buddy Program" at Trinity United Methodist Church (mail a check payable to Trinity United Methodist Church with "Backpack Buddy Program" in memo line).
Thank you to the ALS Association and the many friends who visited and helped care for Sue during her battle with ALS. The family is especially grateful to Helen Taylor and her loving care. In a fitting tribute to Sue, the family encourages everyone to share a hug in her remembrance.
[Published in The Oregonian, Portland, Oregon, November 13, 2018 to November 16, 2018]
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