Richard Swanson Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Richard Swanson in Grand Forks, North Dakota, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Richard left this world on August 31, 2025 at the age of 89, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Swanson to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lawrence Swanson and Elvy Swanson (Carlson); his wife Susan Hedden; his son Steven; his daughter-in-law Sandra; and his grandsons, John and Brent.
He is survived by: his children, Michael of Grand Forks, ND and Kelly of Pisek, ND; and his grandchildren, David (Danae) of Grand Forks, Angela Swanson of Minneapolis and Sarah Ericson (Zach) of Hannover, MN. He is also survived by 10 great grandchildren.
Memorials can be made to the Make-A-Wish foundation of either ND or MN or to the charity of your choice.
