The community is mourning the loss of a friend.
Mathew Swanson passed away this week.
That’s “Mathew” with just one “t”. He was 87.
Mat had been actively involved in many local organizations that continue to provide benefits to young and old alike. His interest in area youth is exemplified by his support of 4-H activities and of the Starke County Development Foundation because he said, he saw students leaving the community due of a lack of jobs, and was hopeful that the exodus could be stopped. His involvement in the Starke County Community Foundation and its many scholarships for area youth in another example. And, as a member of the Board at Ancilla College, yet another.
His service and expertise benefited almost every not-for-profit organization at one time or another. He served as treasurer of most and president of many.
