John G. and Josephine Swedensky, 8 North 51 West


John Swedensky and Josephine Chevareka Swedensky had Mary Swedensky on October 5, 1883 in Kalona, Washington County, Iowa

In 1900 Logan County, John Swedensky is farming, born Oct 1856, married 17 years to Josephine March 1857, both born in Bohemia. Mary Oct 1883 and Frank March 1886 were born in Iowa, James Dec 1887, Francis March 1892, and Ellen July 1895 were born in Colorado. (In this census they had Francis as a son.)

In 1910 Logan County, John Swedensky 53 and Josephine 54, born born in Bohemia, are farming, with James 20, Francis 18, and Helen 14, all born in Colorado. Next household is Frank J. Swedensky 22 born in Iowa and his wife Katie M. 25 born in Nebraska.

June 6, 1912 Sterling "Helen Swedensky of Iliff is visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Noel Hogg."
In 1917 John owned a tract on the south side of the Platte near Iliff.

John is widowed in 1930 Logan County, 73, living with daughter Mary Hradecky 46 born in Iowa and her husband John 54 born in Czechoslovakia.

John George Swedensky 1855-1939 is buried in Fleming # 138777913, with Josephine Madeline (Cheinficki) Swedensky 1855-1927 # 138777968.

JAMES


December 11, 1950 Greeley "Donald L. Swedensky, 23, of Loveland, died in a Longmont hospital 40 minutes after his car smashed Into a telephone pole a mile north of Berthoud on U. S. highway 87. Coroner George Howe said Swedensky died of chest injuries. Swedensky was alone in the car."

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to many, passed away February 6, 2009 at his home in Loomis, California, where he has been a resident for the last 47 years. Leonard was born in Iliff, Colorado on January 16, 1926 to parents James Albert Swedensky and Myrtle Marie Potter.

He enlisted in the United States Navy in 1943 where he served honorably on the U.S.S. Interpreter, U.S.S. Dukes County, U.S.S. Conflict, U.S.S. LST 735, U.S.S. Idaho, U.S.S. Keosanqua, U.S.S. ARD, U.S.S. Menard, and the U.S.S. D.A. Monro. While serving in the Navy he fought in World War II, the Korean War, and Vietnam. He served his country and his family proud. He was at heart, the most patriotic man one would ever meet. During his naval service he met and married Alpha Mildred McAlmond. Their marriage was 58 years strong at the time of his death. He retired from the United States Navy after 25 years of honorable service at the rank Damage Controlman First Class. He then started a second career with Pacific Gas and Electric in Roseville, California. He met and cherished many life long friendships while working with Pacific Gas and Electric. He retired after 24 years of service. He also belonged to the Placer County Grange where he served as master, and was a long time supporter of Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Leonard was preceded in death by his parents James and Myrtle, and his brother; Donald Swedensky. He is survived by his wife Alpha, two daughters; Deborah Davenport (William) of Layton, Utah, and Linda Rowley (Gregory) of Roseville, California, and one son; John Swedensky (Cheree) of Penryn, California. He is also survived by his 10 grandchildren, Justin Rowley, Chris Francis (Chelsee), Nathaniel Rowley, April Rowley Deal (Michael), Jennifer Francis Dominguez (Delfino), Kyle Shaffer, Kayla Swedensky, Tyler Swedensky, Samuel Swedensky, and Austin Swedensky. He is survived by two great-grandchildren, Colton James Francis and Ethan Erik Dominguez. His third great-grand-child is expected on his wedding anniversary, July 1, 2009. He is also survived by two brothers, Tom Swedensky (Betty) of Crestview, Florida and Jerry Swedensky (Shirley) of Cheyenne, Wyoming, and one sister, Hazel Wortman of Vacaville, California along with a large family of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

FRANK

Frank J. Swedensky and Kate Mae Ericson married in Logan County on Nov 21, 1908.

In 1920 Frank is farming in Logan County, 32, with Katie M. 35, Raymond C. 7, Helen L. 5, and Grace H. 3.

Frank is farming in Weld County in 1930, 40, with Katy M. 43, Helen L. 14, Grace 12, and Frank 9.

In 1940 Weld County, Frank is a road worker for the WPA, 52, with Katie 56 born in Nebraska, and Frank Jr. 19.

Frank is buried in Thornton, Colorado 1887-1971 # 43293866, with Katherine 1884-1962 # 43293865.
Frank Jr. 1920-1970 "Pvt Co. C, 2nd Armored Repl. Battalion, WWII"
Helen L. married Moses E. Potter on May 15, 1937 in Loveland, Colorado.
(Johanna Potter, dying May 23, 1936 age 30 buried in Loveland # 177193470 might be his first wife.)

In 1940 they're in Loveland, Moses a laborer for the WPA, 37 born in Nebraska. Marion is 13, Rober E. 4, Dorothy 2, and Beverly A. newborn, all born in Colorado.

She's buried in Loveland 1914-1979 # 154848749, with Moses E. 1902-1976.


"Alan Wayne Potter, 47, died Aug. 9, 2003, in his Loveland home. He was born June 19, 1956, in Loveland to Moses Ellery Potter and Helen Lucille Swedensky Potter. He lived in Loveland all his life. He was divorced. He had worked as a laborer in the amusement industry. He enjoyed reading and target practicing. He is survived by daughters, Erica Proa of Mountain Home, Ark., and Leteha Gerard of Arapahoe, Neb.; sisters, Dorothy Patzel of Loveland and Marie Blackford of Wilsall, Mont.; brothers, Frank Potter of Loveland, Jim Potter of Loveland, and Dr. Robert Potter of Manitou Springs; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Kenneth and Richard Potter; and sisters, Beverly Stoner Rienebold and Kathryn Purintun."

GRACE

Grace H. Babcock and Wiliam E. Babcock, both 23, are in Weld COunty in 1940.
They're buried in Loveland - Grace 1916-2007 # 37465528, and William E. 1916-2001.
"William E. "Bill" Babcock Sr., 85, of Loveland, died Nov. 9, 2001, at McKee Medical Center.
He was born Oct 20, 1916, in Thayer, Kan., to Hugh E. and Grace A. Qualls Babcock. The family moved to Gravity, Iowa, when he was a small boy, and he attended and graduated from Gravity High School.
Mr. Babcock worked for the Civilian Conservation Corps, then moved to Colorado in 1937. He married Grace H. Swedensky Aug. 25, 1938, in Greeley, and they moved to Denver.
He worked as an aircraft mechanic for United Air Lines 1942-79. Afte 37 years with United Air Lines, he retired and moved with his wife to Loveland in 1979.
He was a member of the Loveland Masonic Lodge No. 53 AF&AM. A passion for wood work was his hobby and he made clocks, bowls, canisters and other wood-crafted items.
He is survived by his wife, Grace H. Babcock of Loveland, son, William E. "Bill" Babcock Jr. of Loveland, daughter Lila Kay Dennis and husband James O. of Addison, Mich., five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, sisters Dora May Lock of Sioux City, Iowa, and Agnes Radke of Mason City, Iowa; sister-in-law Marie Babcock of New Market, Iowa, and several nephews and nieces.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Robert O. Babcock, who died in 1976."


FRANCIS

Frances proved up two quarters in section 34, 8N 51W in 1917.

Frances Swedensky of Iliff and Roy W. Reed of Sterling, married in Sterling on August 14, 1917, witnesses Mrs. John Swedensky and Mrs. W.B. Holden (Roy's mother).

MARY

John is widowed in 1930 Logan County, 73, living with daughter Mary Hradecky 46 born in Iowa and her husband John 54 born in Czechoslovakia.
George is 22, J. Verdon 21, Evelyn 16 and Nora 11.

In 1940 Logan County, John is farming, 64, with Mary C. 56, George 33 a gardener, and Verdon 31.
Mary C. (Swedensky) Hradecky 1883-1962 is buried in Fleming, with John Jacob Hradecky 1875-1948.

HELEN

Helen E. (Swedensky) Lovestedt is buried in Fleming 1895-1920 # 74904658, with Almer J. Loverstedt 1887-1956 # 74904657..


Fort Lupton, Colorado September 29, 2015 "Madeline (Feola) Swedensky passed away Sept. 25, at the age of 65. She leaves behind her daughter, Nicole (Tim) Blair, three grandchildren, Jeremy, Brittney and Marissa, of Brighton; her brother, Michael (Mary) Feolam of Aurora, and sister, Linda (Ed) Burgett, of Oregon. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Marie (Vecchiarelli) Feola, her son, John Swedensky Jr., and brother, George Feola."

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