La Swingen

Stoughton- La Verne T. Swingen, age 86, passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at Skaalen Nursing and Rehabilitation. He was born in Stoughton on September 6, 1930, the son of Gilbert and Sena Swingen. Vern graduated from Stoughton High School. He served his country for two years in the U.S. Army as a Radio Teletype Operator. On October 19, 1963 Vern married Bonnie Sprenger in Stoughton. He worked as a printer for the WI State Journal. After leaving the printing business Vern turned his attention to running The Stoughton Store with his wife Bonnie for 29 years. During those years they both belonged to many community and service organizations; Stoughton Lions, Stoughton Country Club, Sons of Norway and the Stoughton Chamber. For many years, they lived in a home on Quam's Point on Lake Kegonsa, where they hosted gatherings for family and friends. Vern and Bonnie loved to have people around and shared many good times. The door was always open and the pontoon was always ready to go. During their years together, Vern and Bonnie traveled extensively by taking trips to Hawaii, Norway, Alaska, Florida and Arizona to name just a few. Many times they were accompanied by a wonderful group of friends. When they left the lake, they moved to the Vennevoll community. Vern is survived by his brother, Leonard Swingen; sister-in-law, Marge Swingen; many nieces and nephews; and a wonderful circle of friends and their families. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie; and six siblings. A Celebration of Vern's life will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at Covenant Lutheran Church, 1525 N. Van Buren Street, Stoughton, with Rev. Jerry Tews officiating. Full military honors will follow the service. Friends and relatives are invited to a luncheon in the church fellowship hall. Friends may greet the family from 9:00 AM until the time of services Saturday at church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Covenant Lutheran Church or the Stoughton Library. Vern's family and circle of friends would like to thank the staff of Skaalen Home for taking such good care of him. It was very much appreciated. Please share your memories of Vern.
Cress Funeral Service
206 W. Prospect Street
Stoughton, WI 53589
(608) 873-9244