Richard F. Swenson

Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, October 31, 2015 at age 89. He was born on February 24, 1926. Preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Irma Swenson and his brother Gerald Swenson. Dear brother of Avis Johnson and Carleen Larson. He will be missed by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Memorial Gathering at Krause Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 10 from 4PM to 5:45PM. Memorial Service at 6PM. Memorials to National Free Flight Society Foundation, Young America's Foundation – Reagan Ranch or Teen Challenge – Milwaukee appreciated.

Dick grew up on the north side of Milwaukee, attended Rufus King High School and graduated from Purdue University with a degree in Aeronautical Engineering where he later established the Swenson Aeromodeler's Scholarship. Flying was a passion he embraced throughout his life. He served his country in the US Air Force. Milsco Manufacturing Company founded by his father, Carl, in 1924 was Dick's second home and family. Dick was instrumental in leading the design and engineering group for many years. Dick was a mentor and generous in sharing with friends and family his skills, interests and hobbies.