Robert Stanley Swenson was born on July 10, 1923, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on November 28, 2017. Bob was an avid hiker and climber in the Cascades, a family man and a strong church presence in Bellevue. Bob was a Bronze Star Medal recipient for Operation Varsity, the greatest allied air invasion and victory on German soil. Bob is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth; daughter, Robin and son, Eric. A memorial service will be held on December 16, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. at Bellevue First Presbyterian Church, 1717 Bellevue Way, Bellevue, Washington. Military burial will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, Bob wishes all donations be made to Bridge Disability Ministries, 12356 Northrup Way, Suite #103, Bellevue, Washington 98005. 425-885-1006. www.bridgemin.org Arrangements by Butterworth Funeral Home.