Merlin Edward Swanson, age 82, of rural Buffalo passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at Abbott-Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis.
He was born on January 21, 1938 on the family farm in Marysville Township, Wright County the only son of Marvin D. and Lois E. (Anderson) Swanson.
Merlin was baptized on July 17, 1938 and confirmed on September 14, 1952 at Zion Lutheran Church in Buffalo.
He graduated from Buffalo High School in 1955. Following graduation Merlin served his Country in the United States Army for six months and Army Reserves for six years.
Merlin engaged in dairy farming on the family farm with his father and mother for many years. After their passing, he continued to farm and later enjoyed driving truck for Fullerton Lumber in Buffalo and Mayer.
Merlin and Virginia Bengtson were united in marriage on August 28th, 1959, their marriage was blessed with a son: Daniel and a daughter: Jean.
On August 9, 1985, Merlin E. Swanson was united in marriage to Ruth Wirtjes.
Merlin and Ruth enjoyed traveling, dancing, playing cards with friends and watching wildlife from the front windows of their home. They also enjoyed spending their winters in Texas.
Merlin was a member of The United Methodist Church in Buffalo.
We have many great memories of Merlin as a great friend and neighbor to the Bonk families
Survived by his wife: Ruth A. Swanson; a son: Daniel Swanson of Alaska and by a daughter: Jean (Ron) Corona of Colorado; step-daughters: Renae (Jeff) Vetter of Fairmont and Rita (Dave) Sarvie of Buffalo; grandchildren: Kajsa (Ed) Rossetto, Aaron (Bridget) Corona, Jessica Vetter, Joshua (Lacy) Vetter, Megan Sarvie and Dustin Sarvie; great grandchild: Nora Rossetto; many other relatives and friends.
Preceded in death by his parents Marvin and Lois Swanson.
Private inurnment will be held at a later date at Swedesburg Lutheran Cemetery Marysville Township, Wright County.
The Peterson Chapel in Buffalo is serving the family. Online condolences may be made to www.thepetersonchapel.com
January 21, 1938 – April 25, 2020
Ruth and Family, I am so very so for your loss. I know Merlin will be greatly missed by many. Please know I am keeping you in my prayers and wrapping my arms around you with love and strength during this trying time. Gods Blessings to you All.
Peace, Hope and Faith !!! 😇💚🙏
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all.
So sorry to hear about Merlin. I just talked to him outside a few weeks ago. Our sympathies to Ruth and family.
Bob and Sue Kuhlmann
Merlin was always so wonderful to our family and always willing to help with a smile! Many wonderful memories of Merlin and all the hard farm work…I am sure he is dearly missed. He was a very special man who always gave from his heart. To Ruth and the family – we will keep you in our prayers, we send our love to you all during this difficult time. From Mary and family – Becky John Rachel James Matt Michelle Emily (Doug Anderson)