Person:Paul Swanberg (1)

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Paul Swanberg
b.15 Jun 1937 Sisseton, Roberts, South Dakota, United States
d.7 Jun 2008 Omaha, Douglas, Nebraska, United States
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Name Paul Swanberg
Gender Male
Birth[1][2] 15 Jun 1937 Sisseton, Roberts, South Dakota, United States
Marriage 28 Dec 1958 Sioux Falls, Minnehaha, South Dakota, United Statesto Dorothy Sarah Lee
Death[1] 7 Jun 2008 Omaha, Douglas, Nebraska, United States
Burial[1] Omaha, Douglas, Nebraska, United States

From his obituary:

Paul was born June 15, 1937 and passed away peacefully in his home in Omaha on June 7, 2008. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Dorothy; 2 daughters, Sigrid (Eric) Gustafson and Kari (James) Webb; 2 sons, Daniel (Debby) Swanberg and William (Jill) Swanberg; 8 grandchildren, Samuel (Heather), Audrey, Levi, Sarah, Jaime, Owen, Jane and Jonathan. Paul was one of 6 children born to Lydia and Maurice Swanberg in Sisseton, South Dakota. He is survived by all of his siblings; Marie Cross, Marvick Swanberg, Lois Ann Smith, Dorothy Spielman and Charlotte Thompson. Paul is also survived by Tommy and Sharon Smith, sister and brother-in-law.

Paul graduated in 1959 from Augustana College in Sioux Falls where he met Dorothy in the school choir. Paul served in the US Navy and Naval Reserves for over 34 years and retired Captain in 1988. He served as a Naval Academy Blue and Gold Officer and was President of the Naval Reserve Association in 1978-79. Paul treasured both his country and navy colleagues throughout his life.

In his civilian career, Paul worked in the telecommunications industry for over 30 years. He also was active in his local community. Paul enjoyed many years as a member of the Omaha Lions Club and served as president in 1986-87.

Paul was a blessing to all those that his life touched. Memories of his selfless contributions, love of family, and his strong faith in Christ will be treasured.

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  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Paul M. Swanberg, in Find A Grave.

    He served in the US Navy and Naval Reserves for over 34 years and retired Captain in 1988. He served as a Naval Academy Blue and Gold Officer and was President of the Naval Reserve Association in 1978-79.

  2. ↑ Marlin Albert McGaughey and Dorothy Lee Swanberg. The Holman-Benschoter Family.

    Worked in Telecommunications, management/consultant.

    BS Augustana College, 1959, Sioux Falls, SD; Capt. US Naval Reserve (ret.); Us West Regional Director, retired; President, TCIC Communications, Sioux Falls, SD.

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