Obituary of Lorraine E. Swanson

Mrs. Lorraine E. Swanson, 87, formerly of Jamestown, NY, died Saturday September 20, 2014 at 5:50 AM at the Golden Living Center in Oil City where she had been a resident for the past two years. Lorraine was born on December 7, 1926 in Warren to the late Theodore and Pearl Brazee Thompson. She married Cecil Swanson in December 1998. She attended Youngsville schools and was a graduate of Youngsville High School. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Empire State College. Lorraine worked for the post office in Washington D.C. before moving to Jamestown and becoming a homemaker. She loved traveling, pursuing her interest in history, listening to music of her generation, collecting spoons, and spending time with her pet dogs. Lorraine is survived by her husband; two step children, Jonathan Swanson and wife Shannon of Titusville, and Kristen Sauerland and husband James of Titusville; 10 step grandchildren, Renata, Petra, Gus, Marlisa, Isabella, Katrina, Lila, and Christian Sauerland, and Baleigh and Jacob Swanson. In addition to her parents Lorraine was preceded in death by a sister Loretta Thompson. No calling hours will be observed. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to Alzheimer’s Association 1128 State Street Suite 301 Erie, PA 16501-1920. If you would like to leave a condolence for the family go to garrettfuneralhomeinc.com.