Swanson, Wilfred E. Age 96, Of Coon Rapids passed away peacefully on Feb. 18, 2017. Army WWII pilot. Wilfred is survived by his wife, Eleanor, of over 73 years; daughters, Jean Swanson, Diane (William) Nichols and Dawn (Alan) Delage; precious grandchildren, Brent (Hannah) Nichols, Briana Nichols (Brandyn Hendrickson), Jana (Evan) Forsberg, James, Matthew and Marie Delage. He is preceded in death by his son Glenn; parents; brothers and many other beloved family and friends. "We Love You." A Memorial Service will be Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017 at 11 AM at Abiding Savior Lutheran Church, 8211 Red Oak Drive, Mounds View. Interment will be private at a later date. Condolences: SunsetFuneralServices.com