1932
2017
Gerd Svanoe, 85, of Novato California, passed away May 15, 2017.
She was born in Sorkjosen Norway on January 8, 1932.
She was married to Thomas Svanoe on February 20, 1960.
She was a member of Son's of Norway, and had a passion for her family, the outdoors, skiing, hiking,
knitting, puzzles, and she especially loved gardening and politics.
Gerd is survived by her daughters; Anna Svanoe & Toril Kizirian, Grandchildren; Danny, Tommy, & Emily Kizirian,
Brother; Gudmund Ness, Sisters; Sonja Ness & Bjorg Skog.
A graveside Service will be held at 12:00 PM, June 3rd, at Valley Memorial Park.
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Sponsored by Keaton's Redwood Chapel of Marin.
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May 28, 2017
Ana/Tommy Kizirian
Toril, and Auntie Anna
I am so happy to be part of this family, All the memories we had with Mormor was wonderful. She was a great Grandmother and mother to all. Especially such a funny, loving, grandma! We love you guys to death, staying strong and positive <3
May 27, 2017
Dear Anna Greta & Toril,
Our heartfelt condolences to you and all the family.
Both of your parents were very special friends and we shared so many happy times with them over the years, hiking on Mt. Tam, the
Pea Soup holiday parties and wonderful family events.
They live on in our memories.
With our love
Ray & Barbara Sullivan
May 24, 2017
Daughter
Toril Kizirian
Mormor, you were the best!! We all will miss you so! Thank you for all the support, joy and laughter you brought us all! Godspeed to Heaven to Pappa and your mother and all the other lucky souls up there! We will keep you in our hearts forever.
May 17, 2017
Edith/Dagfinn Kvale
Dear Svanoe daughters and family.- Edith and I have returned from a family re-union in Los Angeles, finding out that your beloved mother and grandmother has passed away.- Over the years we have had so many blessed memories of both yours father and mother. Please accept our most sincere sympathies. - Sincerely Edith and Dagfinn Kvale. Dagfinn being retired pastor of the Norwegian Seamen's Church, San Francisco since 2002.
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