Obituary of Jana Swanson

Jana M. Swanson (nee Briick) Age 74. Passed away Monday, June 23, 2014 at Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center. Born in Joliet to the late Otto and Mae (nee Bolls) Briick on April 21, 1940, she was a lifelong resident. Beloved mother of Kimberly Swanson, John (Lori) Swanson, Douglas Swanson and Terri Swanson; proud and devoted grandmother of Zachary and Dane Colvin; Tyler, Trevor and Troy Swanson; Matthew, Nicholas and Erin Swanson; PO2 Jacob Struthers, U.S. Navy and Jessie Struthers. Also surviving are her sister, Gloria (Britt) Barr; brother, Robert (Marie) Briick and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by her parents and her dear aunt Myrtle Bolls. Jana was a member of the Red Hat Society. A creative woman, she enjoyed crocheting, cooking, baking and was a talented seamstress. The Joy of her life was to be a part of the lives of her 10 grandchildren, and they will all greatly miss her. The Swanson family would like to acknowledge the staff on the 8th floor at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center for their wonderful care and kindness, and a special thanks to Vivian Miller for her continuous support and care for our mother while hospitalized in Gaylord, MI. As it was Jana's wish, Cremation Rites will be accorded. All friends and relatives are invited to meet at 10:15 a.m. at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Joliet on Saturday, June 28, 2014 where graveside prayers and committal services will take place at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name to Presence St. Joseph Medical Center would be appreciated. Arrangements by Fred C. Dames Funeral Home. For more information: (815) 741-5500 or www.fredcdames.com