Barbara J. Swenson Obituary
The world bids farewell to Barbara J. Swenson of Melrose, Massachusetts, departing on October 8, 2024 at the age of 85. Barbara leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Kenneth Dawson Waite and Jennie Agnes Waite (Grace) of North Cambridge; and her brother Kenneth William Waite of Tewksbury. She is survived by: her husband John Swenson; her children, Michael Swenson and Kirsten Carter (Swenson); her grandchildren, Reid and Paige Carter; her siblings, Gail Anne Murphy of North Cambridge and Donna Arlene Fraser of North Cambridge; her foster children, Vincent and Irene; and her sister-in-law Maria Waite (Kenneth).
Visitation was held on Wednesday, October 16th 2024 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the Saint Mary's Church (4 Herbert St, Melrose, MA 02176). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Wednesday, October 16th 2024 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Alzheimer's Association in memory of Barbara Jean Swenson.
