Mark Swanson Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Mark Swanson of Princeton, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Mark left this world on February 16, 2026 at the age of 58, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Mark Swanson or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

In the vast expanse of eternity, Mark shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Mark farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

He was predeceased by: his father Andrew Swanson. He is survived by: his wife Julie Helle of Princeton; his children, Jake Swanson (Ariel) of Princeton, Justin Swanson of Princeton and Melinda Hanson (Dave) of Millington, IL; his stepsons, Raymond Gaskill of Peoria, Justin Gaskill (Devin) of Morgantown, KY and Jonathon Gaskill of Hennepin; his mother Mary Hooper Bickett of Princeton; and his sisters, Angie Wendel (Rich) of Granville and Marnie Swanson of Princeton. He is also survived by his twelve grandchildren.