Word has just been shared that Loren Swanson died June 26, 2026.  A Celebratioon of Life will be August 9, 2026, 3 to 5 PM, at Roper & Sons, Midtown Chapel,  43 & O St.  Our sincere condolences to Loren's wife, Linda (Wilson, LHS Class of '62) and family.  More informationn to follow.

Posted on Facebook by daughter, Circy:

It is with a heavy heart that I share that my dad has passed away. He is now free from pain, and will forever be in our hearts. We find comfort in knowing he is resting peacefully now. The memories will bring us healing in the days ahead. He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed.

Appearing in the Lincoln Journal Star, July 12, 2026:

Loren Dean Swanson
September 29, 1943 - June 26, 2026

Loren Dean Swanson, 82, of Lincoln, passed away June 26, 2026. Born September 29, 1943, in Omaha, Neb., to Weir and Gladys (Dahlberg) Swanson.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Linda (Wilson) Swanson; daughter, Circy Gastman (Michael); son, Charles Swanson; grandchildren, Sydney Gastman, Brett Gastman and Fenway Swanson; brother Duane Swanson (Roine); brother, Ron Swanson (Terri); and a host of nieces and nephews.

He will be remembered as a kind, loyal, and sincere man with a warm smile who genuinely loved talking with people. He loved to travel and remained a devoted Husker fan throughout his life.

A Celebration Gathering will be on Sunday, August 9, from 3 to 5 p.m., at Roper and Sons Midtown Chapel, 4300 O Street.

Condolences online at Roperandsons.com.