Carol W. Swanson, 93, of Superior, died Sunday, March 25, 2018, at Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center, Duluth, surrounded by her family.

She was born December 6, 1924, in Hebron, ND, daughter of John and Althea (Dean) Watts.  She was the youngest of 11 children.

Carol moved to Superior in 1942 and worked at Globe Shipyard during WWII.

Although she never learned to drive, she worked as a bookkeeper at Kari Studebaker/Toyota for 37 years until her retirement in 1990.  Carol enjoyed walking to work every day.  If the weather was bad she'd reluctantly call for a ride.

She was known for her quick wit, dry sense of humor and helping others with proper grammar and correct spelling.  Her favorite pastimes included solving crossword puzzles, crocheting, cross stitch, and the occasional game of cribbage.  Above all, she enjoyed spending time with her family.

Carol joined Hammond Avenue Presbyterian Church upon her arrival in Superior in 1942.  She served in various roles including Deacon and Elder and was active in 'Presbyterian Women' and most recently Prayer Chain and assisting the Financial Secretary.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 3 brothers and 7 sisters; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and several close friends.

Survivors include her daughters, Deane (Patty Mertzig) Roe, Superior, and Pat (Doug) Nagle, Solon Springs; son, Ken (Barbara) Swanson, Racine, WI; 7 grandchildren, Shelley Roe, Robert (Valorie) Maki II, Angela Nagle-Irato, Andrew (Patti) Swanson, Kate (Travis) Nelson, Elliott Swanson, and Celeste Swanson; 10 great-grandchildren, Erika Benedickt, Justin, Alexis, Paige, and Matt Swanson, Adelaide, Jack, and Luke Nelson, Rachel, and Rebecca Irato; and several nieces, nephews and dear friend Jan Letsos.

The family would like to thank Essentia St. Mary's Medical Cardiac ICU for the exceptional care they gave Carol and for the compassion shown to her family.

Visitation will be Saturday, March 31, from 12:00 noon until the 1:00 p.m. memorial service at United Presbyterian Church, 229 N. 28 ^th Street, Superior.

Burial is planned for a later date at the family grave site in Hebron, ND.

Should friends desire, memorials may be sent to United Presbyterian Church or the charity of the donor's choice.