Karen Swanson's obituary , Passed away on August 8, 2025 in Dayton, Iowa

Karen Swanson

September 18, 1944 - August 8, 2025 (80 years old)

Dayton, Iowa

Karen Swanson's obituary , Passed away on August 8, 2025 in Dayton, Iowa

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Carson-Stapp Funeral Homes

Share

Karen Swanson

September 18, 1944 - August 8, 2025 (80 years old)

Dayton, Iowa

Karen Swanson Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Karen Swanson of Dayton, Iowa, who passed away at the age of 80, on August 8, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Karen's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Karen's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may she find rest in the embrace of eternity.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Ella Willer and George Willer; and her sister Marilyn Thomsen. She is survived by: her husband Julian Swanson; her sons, Andy Swanson and Paul Swanson of Dayton; and her brothers, Curtis Willer of Fort Collins, Colorado and Rollin Willer of Sioux Falls.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Carson-Stapp Funeral Homes



Add a photo or a video

There is no photo or video of Karen Swanson.
Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute.

Add a photo

Sympathy messages

Would you like to offer Karen Swanson’s loved ones a condolence message? Write your message of sympathy today.

500 CHARACTERS

Thu

Aug 14

Visitation

Carson-Stapp Funeral Home
406 3rd St NE, Dayton, IA 50530

Thu

Sep 18

Celebration of life

Emanuel Lutheran Church
208 2nd Ave NW, Dayton, IA 50530

Family member

Solidarity program

Echovita offers a unique service that allows funds generated by the obituary notice to be shared with families that request it.

Make a request

Authorize the original obituary

  • Lets us publish the full obituary text along with the original picture.
  • Helps people recognize Karen Swanson and express their condolences more easily.
  • No advertising will be displayed on this page.
Authorize the original

Add an extra help