Carl Martin Swensen

Date of Death: March 12, 2021

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Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery

2900 Sheridan

St. Louis, MO 63125

Friday 4/2, 11:00 am

On Friday March 12, 2021, Carl Martin Swensen, loving father and beloved grandpa, passed away at age 78.

Carl was born on December 22, 1942 in Chicago, IL to Ralph and Lillian Swensen. He joined the Marine Corp at age 17 and went on to become a Chicago police officer in the 1960’s. Following that, he moved to WI and bought a dairy farm where he raised cows and other livestock. Eventually ending up at Colonial Hospital Supply in St. Louis, MO, where he was a Regional Vice President before retiring.

Throughout his life, Carl loved working with his hands. Laying a hardwood floor, building a brick fireplace or completely finishing a basement, he was never far from his tools. He enjoyed many hobbies including Bass tournament fishing, gourmet cooking, shooting practice with his guns and building computers. He had a great love for his dogs, owning several various breeds through the years. He had an incredible talent for art, photography, drawing and gem cutting, making beautiful jewelry pieces.

Carl was a man that always held strong to his faith, patriotism, unwavering love and generosity for his family and friends. Those that knew him will remember him as someone who enjoyed laughing, giving, loving and living a beautiful, full life.

Carl will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him. Carl is survived by his three children Michelle Martinelli and her fiance Mark Gnutek of Elgin, IL, Gunnar Swensen and his fiance Lori Smith of St. Ann, MO, and Amy Lutes and her husband Dan Lutes of St. Peters, MO; five grandchildren, one great grandchild, his brother, Arnold Swensen and his wife Sharon Swensen of Scottsdale, AZ and a niece and two nephews.

A celebration of life service will be held on Friday, April 2nd at Jefferson National Cemetery, 2900 Sheridan Rd, St. Louis, MO at 11am. Space is limited due to Covid restrictions. If interested in attending, please contact Amy Lutes at anlutes@yahoo.com.

In lieu of flowers, monetary donations will be accepted at the Humane Society of Missouri in Carl Swensen’s name.

Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery

2900 Sheridan

St. Louis, MO 63125

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On Friday March 12, 2021, Carl Martin Swensen, loving father and beloved grandpa, passed away at age 78. Carl was born on December 22, 1942 in Chicago, IL to Ralph and Lillian Swensen. He joined the Marine Corp at age 17 and went on to become a Chicago police officer in the 1960’s. Following that,Continue Reading

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Michelle, Gunnar and Amy: My genuine hope is that your father did not suffer needlessly. My sincere condolences to each of you because he was always a good Father. I have learned to be grateful for all the memories, let them flourish because good or bad it is all we have. I remember another March 12, 1992, when your Carl, Amy and I threw my Mother's Ashes off a boat in Clearwater Beach so she could float back to Scotland. These are some of the words that were read. May Time Soften Your Pain In times of darkness, love sees… In times of silence, love hears... In times of doubt, love hopes… In times of sorrow, love heals... And in all times, love remembers. May time soften the pain Until all that remains Is the warmth of the memories And the love. I live in California in a dessert town, still work. My phone number is 727-742-5157. Face book is Isabella.m.orlando. Let me hear from you. Again, I am so sorry for your loss.

My genuine hope is that your father did not suffer needlessly. My sincere condolences to each of you because he was always a good Father. I have learned to be grateful for all the memories, let them flourish because good or bad, it is all we have. I remember another March 12, 1992, when your Carl, Amy and I threw my Mother's Ashes off a boat in Clearwater Beach so she could float back to Scotland. These are some of the words that were read. May Time Soften Your Pain In times of darkness, love sees… In times of silence, love hears... In times of doubt, love hopes… In times of sorrow, love heals... And in all times, love remembers. May time soften the pain Until all that remains Is the warmth of the memories And the love. I live in California in a dessert town, still work. My phone number is 727-742-5157. Face book is Isabella.m.orlando. Let me hear from you. Again, I am so sorry for your loss.

Amy, we were so sorry to hear about your loss. Rich never forgot the first time he met Carl, if you remember they took you and Jennifer to a concert down to the old arena. He is in my prayers, God Bless him in Jesus’ name, Amen ❤️❤️

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I've only had the honor of meeting Carl a couple of times but being that we were both former Marines, we hit it off quite well! Im honored to be assisting with his memorial service! Thanks Lutes family for the opportunity!

So many fun and fond memories of dad. ❤️ Looking forward to celebrate his life with you, Michelle, and Gun on Friday. ?? Love you all!

We treasured our time with you. We will miss you dearly.

Michelle, Amy, and Gunnar, I am so sorry for your loss. Your father was such a sweet man, so very kind to me throughout the years. I am so glad I got to know him. My deepest condolences to your family during this difficult time. Big hug to all of you. Ann

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.