Swanson, Paul William age 74, resident of Oak Grove, Minnesota passed away peacefully on December 7, 2017 surrounded by his family. Paul was preceded in death by his mother, Helen Anderson, his father, William "Bill" Swanson and his sister, Diane Burmis. He has also joined the love of his life of 47 years, his dear wife, Sharon Swanson. He is survived by his two children: Dave (Terri) Swanson, Jackie Griep; four grandchildren: Justin Griep, Danielle, Kyle and Paige Swanson; and many good friends. Paul was a pressman who worked for Midwest Printing, Quebecor and then retired from the Star Tribune in 2001. He loved going to car shows, fixing cars, vacationing in Palm Springs with Sharon and hanging out with friends. At Paul's request, there will be no memorial service. "Breakfast Beers" will be served Wednesday, December 20 at 11 AM in Bethel, MN at The Dugout. YOU'LL BE MISSED BIG GUY. WE LOVE YOU!

Published on December 18, 2017


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