Swanson, Jack “Tem”

Held A Degree In Forestry And Retired From BASF

  • Monday, November 18, 2019
Tem Swanson
Tem Swanson

Jack “Tem” Swanson, 76, of Chattanooga, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2019.

He was born in Tupelo, Ms., to the late Jack and Erline Swanson.

Tem received an associate’s degree in Forestry and was retired from BASF after working for 35 years.

He was of the Methodist faith.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Teresa Swanson.

He is survived by his children, Jamin (Kassi) Swanson, Alex (Courtney) Swanson and Cara Swanson; two grandchildren, Riley and Legend Swanson. 

Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at 1 p.m. at Hamilton Memorial Gardens.

Arrangements are by the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory &  Florist, 5401 Hwy. 153, Hixson, Tn. 37343.

Please share your thoughts and memories at www.ChattanoogaNorthChapel.com.

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