Paula Swanson Obituary
Paula Swanson of Grand Rapids, Michigan passed away on August 8, 2026. Paula, born on July 26, 1947, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Paula will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Paula will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Paula’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Bert Jelens and Marian Jelens. She is survived by: her daughters, Nancy Spence (Dirk) and Heidi Sittser (Roy); her grandchildren, Dallen Sittser (Jordan), Tyler Axdorff (Allison), Marrisa Schmidt (John) and Shelby Burkholder (Nick); her great grandchildren, Mason, Peyton, Xander, Kaden and Juliet; and her sister Jackie Banaszak. She is also survived by loving nieces and nephews.
