The memory of Leila M. Swenson of Paxton, Illinois, who passed away on September 4, 2025 at the age of 89, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Earl Sypult and Leta Sypult (Marshall); her husband Lyle Gaines; and her sisters, Evelyn Molen and Marsha Smith.
She is survived by: her son Greg Swenson (Alex) of Fairmount, IN; her niece Angie Marsh (Roger) of Urbana, IL; her cousin Shirley Willard of Urbana; and her sibling's children, Debbie Bush (Leland) of Blue Springs, MO, Vickie Swinford (Jeff) of Champaign, IL, Bryan Smith (Sandy) of Manteno, IL and Lyle Molen (Sabra) of Pontiac, IL.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, September 16th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Glen Cemetery (602 E Summer St, Paxton, IL 60957).
Memorials may be made to an organization of the donor's choice.