Swanson, Dennis S. Union IBEW local 160 Dennis Swanson age 81 of Brooklyn Park, MN passed away on Thursday, November 26. He is preceded in death by his parents, his sister Susan and his loving wife of 42 years Marlene. He is survived by his sister Gloria, brother Ken, daughter Kerrene Bell, son Anthony Raj and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dennis was born on June 22nd, 1939 to Sigfrid and Victoria (Olson) Swanson. Dennis was a motivated young man, who got up one day and decided to join the Navy. He went down the same day and enlisted at the age of 18. When he was discharged from the Navy, he returned home to Minnesota. Dennis started work at NSP in 1963, as a lineman, where he was dedicated to his work for 33 years. During this time, he met Marlene and they were married in Sioux Falls, SD in 1974. He was an adventurer who's favorite thing to do was to travel the world with his wife where they explored, made many memories and shared wonderful experiences. Dennis was also a philanthropist who donated to many different causes; he had a generous heart for those in need around him. He was an honest man and a man of few words. When he did speak, his words were full of knowledgeable and wisdom. He was also an outdoor enthusiast who saw the intricate beauty in all of nature. His infectious smile will be remembered as he shared his fondness of nature with the ones he loved. He will be deeply missed and may we live at peace with his passing knowing he is in his eternal home at rest with his wife. His remains, along with Marlene's, will be at Glen Haven Cemetery in Crystal.