Annette Eileen Swanson

passed away on Sunday, August 26, 2012 at Harrison Medical Center in Bremerton, Washington. She was born on October 1, 1955 and was 56 years of age.She graduated from North Kitsap High School and the University of Washington. She was a loving wife, mother, artist, and homemaker, who courageously battled Lyme disease for over 25 years.Annette is survived by her husband, Ron Swanson; children, Alissa Swanson, Ryen Swanson & Elaina Trostad; grandchildren, Domenic Miller, Merrilee Miller, Olivia Baker; siblings, Bob & Nancy Bale, Carol & Steve Pace, Glen & Tina Bale, Concetta (Tina) Scott-Masterjohn & Rob Schalansky, Larry Swanson, Bruce Swanson, Carol Swanson, Steve & Glenna Swanson, Richard & Pam Striker; in addition to several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, home health aides, dear friends & loved ones. She was preceded in death by her brother,Freddy Bale; her parents, Walter & Phyllis Bale, Vernon & Bernice Swanson; and her sisters, Merrilee Striker & Solveig Swanson.Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visitation on Saturday, September 1, 2012 from 10:00-10:45 AM at St. Olaf Catholic Church followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM at the church. The graveside service will follow at 1:00 PM at First Lutheran Church Cemetery in Poulsbo. A reception will then be held at the First Lutheran reception hall.Sign the online Guest Book for the family.Arrangements entrusted to Cook Family Funeral Home.