Jack Jex Swenson, 83, passed away December 31, 2019. Jack was born May 7, 1936, in Spanish Fork, UT, to Jack Hughes Swenson and Phebe Jex. He attended schools in Spanish Fork, before receiving a bachelor’s degree from BYU in Education. He later went on to receive his master’s degree in Recreation and Community Schools. He served his country in the National Guard after high school.
On April 4, 1956, Jack married his sweetheart, Deanna Muhlestein, in the Salt Lake Temple. Together they had four sons: Clark, Curtis, Russell, and Christopher.
Jack worked in the Nebo School District as a teacher, and later for Spanish Fork City as the Parks and Recreation Director. He was active in the Spanish Fork community and was instrumental in building many of its parks and city athletic programs. He coached the Pinto Yankees for 61 consecutive years; he loved playing baseball and basketball, and was an avid jogger. He loved his family and spent much of his time with his beloved grandchildren.
Jack was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, where he served in various callings, including as the Bishop of the Spanish Fork 3rd Ward.
Jack is survived by his wife, Deanna, and three of his sons: Clark (SaraLee) Swenson, Curtis (JoDee) Swenson, Christopher (Jennifer) Swenson. He is also survived by his brothers, Richard and Edward Swenson, and his sister, Barbara Swenson; as well as 11 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Phebe Swenson; his son, Russell Swenson; and his brother, David Swenson.
Services for Jack will be held January 4, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. at the Spanish Fork 6th Ward chapel, 585 N. Main Street, in Spanish Fork, UT. A viewing will be held Friday, January 3, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the church, as well as directly prior to the funeral on Saturday, from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Interment will be at the Spanish Fork City Cemetery.
8 Condolences for Jack Jex Swenson
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Secretary says
January 7, 2020 at 11:01 pmEveryone who knew him will miss a Jack. I so much appreciated the relationship I had with him and with his family.. I am sure he is experiencing a wonderful reunion with Russell and with others who have gone on before. Jack leaves behind an amazing legacy of service and dedication. I really enjoyed the opportunity of working with Jack and have many fond memories of our times together. We express our sincere love and best wishes to the family.
Bob and JoAnn Wadley
Secretary says
January 7, 2020 at 11:02 pmJack Swenson, like his father and mother served his family, his church, and his community his entire life. Honest, loyal, kind, respectful, etc.. All the attributes any of us would want in a father, brother, husband, dad, friend, or neighbor. God bless Deanna and her family.
-Kent & Diane Peterson
Secretary says
January 7, 2020 at 11:03 pmMarilyn Leifson and family donated $40 in Jack Swenson’s name to the Nebo Education Foundation. Thank you for all your service Jack. You will never be forgotten.
-Marilyn Leifson
Secretary says
January 7, 2020 at 11:03 pmThank you Jack Swenson for all your service to our community of Spanish Fork. You had vision and a willing heart to serve. You will be greatly missed. We love you and your family.
-Bruce & Lana Hiskey
Secretary says
January 7, 2020 at 11:04 pmA giant of a man. He was an idol of mine and use to love watching him play baseball, looked like Mickey Mantle. He was my first baseball coach.
He inspired every one he met and knew, he gave his heart and soul to better the youth of Spanish Fork and he practiced what he preached. Never be another Jack Swenson. What a great reunion with his son Russell. Will miss you Jack and thank you for all you did for me and for my family.
-Rick Taylor
Lana H. Hiskey says
January 8, 2020 at 9:03 pmThe Rick and Deann Ainge family donated $100 to the Nebo Education Foundation in memory of Jack Swenson.
Lana Hiskey says
January 10, 2020 at 12:18 amBruce and Lana Hiskey donated $50 to the Nebo Education Foundation in Memory of Jack Swenson. Jack was an amazing educator that made a huge difference in many lives. Thank you Jack. You will always be remembered.
Lana Hiskey says
July 20, 2020 at 6:23 pmRod & Ann Dart donated in memory of Jack Swenson to the Nebo Education Foundation. Thank you for all your service. You will always be remembered.
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