Donald E. Swanson, age 65, of Green Bay, WI died Friday, December 11, 2020 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, WI.

Donald Edward Swanson was born October 31, 1955 in in Ishpeming, MI the son of Robert Russell and Dorothy Wilma Swanson. The family moved to Hayward when he was 5, where he spent the remainder of his childhood. Don attended UW-River Falls and the University of Minnesota, earning a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering. On April 9th, 1994, Donald married Mary Conard Swanson. They had two children, Emily (the oldest) and Heidi (the favorite). His many hobbies included hunting and fishing, perusing secondhand shops for "incredible" antiques, researching his genealogy, and spending time with his dog, Xander. Among many memories, some of our favorites include: when he thought the song “Moves Like Jagger” said “you have to move that jacket”; mornings when he made Swedish pancakes; and numerous skiing and fishing trips (even though we sometimes got lost).

He is survived by his wife Mary; daughters Emily and Heidi; siblings Bobby (Lee), Rolf, and Anne Marie (Owen); sisters-in-law Pam (Rollin) and Linda (John). He is further survived by many nephews, nieces, and cousins, especially his cousin Keith, and his good friends Robert “Bone” and Cathy Hamblin.
Don was preceded by his parents Robert and Dorothy; brothers Rollin and John; and nephews Ryan, Drew, and Dayne.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the ASPCA.

Private family services will be held.

Last Update: Dec 14, 2020 9:47 pm CST