We lost a very close friend today, Jimmy Swanson

I am sorry to have to post that Jimmy Swanson passed away this morning. Jimmy was a big part of this board since 2009 and he loved to spend time talking with every member here. He will be truly missed here as he will be missed by his family. I have asked his wife Tracy and she agreed to us naming the Fall event in honor of him, he was the first to get this fall event going at lake Secession and I enjoyed working with Jimmy on these events. Our fall event will be "Jimmy Swanson Fall Event" and we will always try to keep this at Lake Secession. I know he will be there with us ready to share our day.

Tracy, your Family are in my Thoughts and Prayers,
Ronnie

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McDougald Funeral Home in Anderson

James Douglas Swanson, “Jimmy”, age 52, passed away on Friday, September 4, 2015 at the Rainey Hospice House.
Born in Anderson, SC, on July 22, 1963, he was the son of Patsy McCurley Swanson and the late Douglas Swanson. He was a graduate of McDuffie High School and was employed with Anderson County. Jimmy was an avid hunter and fisherman and was a member of the SC Chapter of America’s Crappie Fishing Community. He was a devoted husband and father.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Tracy Page Swanson, of the home; two sons, Andrew Swanson and Jesse Rhodes, both of Iva, SC; a brother, Steven Swanson, of Anderson, SC; two sisters, Dana Manley, of Anderson, SC and Tammy Woodson, of Pendleton, SC; and nine nieces and nephews.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, Patrick Swanson.
The Graveside Service will be held on Monday, September 7, 2015, at 3:30 p.m. at Forest Lawn Memorial Park with Reverend Dwayne Peeples officiating.
The family will be at the home of his sister, Dana Manley, 260 B Shiflett Road, Anderson, SC and will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home on Sunday, September 6, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.
A message of condolence may be sent by visiting The McDougald Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Anderson, SC. The McDougald Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Anderson, SC

Very sad, he was so young to pass. Our thoughts are with his family at this hard time.

Ronnie, I am saddened to hear of Jimmy's passing. I don't think you could have done anything that would have made him prouder than naming the fall event in his memory. It is an appropriate way to honor his love of both crappie fishing and Lake Secession. I would also like to extend my deepest sympathies to his family.

Sad to hear of Jimmy Swanson's passing. I think naming the fall event in memory of Jimmy is an awesome memorial to him and one that all will greatly appreciate. Prayers and condolences to all of the family and to all of CDC brothers and sisters that knew, loved him and will miss him. Rest in Peace Jimmy Swanson.

Only met him one time couple years ago, heck of a nice fella. Lifting his family up in prayer at this time. I think it's a great idea naming the fall fest after him. He spoke highly of Secession.

Thank You Jimmy. You were a friend to everyone.

I would like to express my condolence to Jimmy's wife and family at his passing. May the Lord take you under his wing and help you to get through these tough times. That was nice naming the fall festival after Jimmy. I know he will be missed. Prayers for the whole family Don

Rest In Peace Jimmy. Prayers to his family. I never met him, but I always enjoyed reading his posts on this board. He will be missed.

Sorry to hear Jimmy has passed. He would be proud to know the fall festival will be named in his honor. Peace and grace to his family.

Rest In Peace my friend !!! prayers for the family and friends !!!

I forgot to write in this thread that I had told Tracy that I would post this info for her and the Swanson Family as she would be busy trying to handle other things. She was telling me how much Jimmy enjoyed the forum and that his last post he made it took everything he had in him to type it. I know the family is touched by all of your comments.

I hope a few are able to attend as the Swanson Family receives Friends today at The McDougald Funeral Home in Anderson between 4 pm - 6 pm

I just learned of Jimmy's passing. I'm shocked and saddened as we all are. Jimmy absolutely loved crappie fishing, and he was always fun to talk with at our get togethers.

I will miss him and his enthusiasm, and I will send up prayers for his family in this difficult time. God bless you Jimmy! I look forward to a reunion in Heaven.

So sorry to hear about this. Also sorry I did not chime in sooner. I see now why the event on OCT 24 is being dedicated to Jimmy Swanson. Prayers sent for the family.