The passing of Ernest Normand Swanson of Fredericton occurred at the York Care Centre in Fredericton on Thursday July 7th, 2023. He was 82. Born in New Denmark NB, he was a son of the late Sigurd and Meta (Anderson) Swanson.
Ernest was previously employed as a press operator at Bonar Bag Factory for thirty years. He enjoyed gardening, camping, four wheeling, hunting, and fishing.
He is survived by his children; Andrea (Christopher) Price of Lake George NB, Todd (Lori Sears) Swanson of St. John’s NL, Jennifer Swanson of Fredericton, Grandchildren Ryan Price of Lake George, Justin Price of Fredericton, Joshua Price (Maddison Hannah) of Fredericton, Matthew Price of Lake George NB and Emmy Swanson of St. Johns NL. Also survived by his siblings Max (Margaret Ann) Swanson of Harvey NB as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Caroline in 2003, siblings Henry, Kenneth, Helen, Gordon and Burton Swanson.
Resting at Bishop’s Funeral Home and Crematorium 540 Woodstock Road Fredericton, where visitation will be held on Monday July 10th, 2023, from 7-9PM. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 11th, 2023, at 2PM in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow in the Douglas Rural Cemetery. For those who wish the family has suggested memorial contributions to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Bishop’s Funeral Home & Crematorium have been entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences and the sharing of memories may be expressed through www.bishopsfuneralhome.com