Jack Clarence Swonger, Sr.

Jack Clarence Swonger, Sr., went to his glory on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2012.

Jack was born Nov. 4, 1932 in Minneapolis, Minn., son of Clarence Dan Swonger and Violet Lettie Harmon.

He was married to his best friend, Adeline Fall, on May 27, 1957 in Hollywood, Calif., with a love that spanned 55 years.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents; beloved daughter, Sheryl; sisters, Ordell, Alice and Betty; and younger brother, Otto.

The love Jack had for his family shown brightest in his adoration of his seven children; 26 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Adeline; sons, Rick (Robin), Mike (Trina), Jack (Debra) and Daniel (Kathy); daughters, Christine (Scott McDonald) and Faye (Ron Meehan); sisters, Irene (Ray) Olson and Marjorie (James) McCain; many nieces and nephews that he adored; and his constant companion, Sparky.

The family will have a celebration of his life on Sunday, Nov. 4 at 2710 E. 5th Street, Superior, from 12 to 4 p.m.

Sign the online guest book or send condolences at www.downsfh.com.

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