SWANSON, Patty J., age 75, of Beavercreek, passed away Thursday, August 23, 2007 at her home. She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Jerry R. Swanson; son Charles Swanson and wife Marie of M.D.; daughter Susan Wagner and husband Gary; son Steven R. Swanson; grandchildren, Rebecca and Jake Wagner, Joshua W. Swanson; sister, Karen Peel of Inman, S.C.; and special friend and bridge partner Mae Porter of Beavercreek. A gathering of friends will be held 6PM Monday August 27, 2007 at Newcomer Funeral Home - Beavercreek Chapel, 3380 Dayton-Xenia Rd. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Ave. Dayton, OH 45420.