Roger Whitten Swanson's obituary , Passed away on November 16, 2025 in Golden Valley, Minnesota

Roger Whitten Swanson

April 1, 1931 - November 16, 2025 (94 years old)

Golden Valley, Minnesota

Roger Whitten Swanson's obituary , Passed away on November 16, 2025 in Golden Valley, Minnesota

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Washburn-McReavy Funeral Home

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Roger Whitten Swanson

April 1, 1931 - November 16, 2025 (94 years old)

Golden Valley, Minnesota

Roger Whitten Swanson Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Roger Whitten Swanson of Golden Valley, Minnesota, born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, who passed away at the age of 94, on November 16, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Roger Whitten Swanson or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Roger had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Roger may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Alvin Whitten and Dorothy Whitten; his close friend Kathy Stouvenel; and his former wife Mary Swanson. He is survived by: his children, Dr. Paul Swanson and Susan Jensen (Corey); his grandchildren, Shaylee Kalivoda (Brandon) and Tanner Jensen (Reed); and his great grandchildren, Knox, Banks Kalivoda, Palmer and Halston Jensen.

Visitation will be held on Friday, December 12th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Edina Chapel (5000 W 50th St, Edina, MN 55436). A celebration of life will be held on Friday, December 12th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Washburn-McReavy Funeral Home



Fri

Dec 12

Visitation

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Edina Chapel
5000 W 50th St, Edina, MN 55436

Fri

Dec 12

Celebration of life

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Edina Chapel
5000 W 50th St, Edina, MN 55436

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