Mark Swets and his wife Cheri of Grand Rapids, MI; son-in-law Joel Wallinga of Ann Arbor, MI; and daughter-in-law Robyn Wallace of Omaha, NE. Ken is also survived by 16 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Ken was preceded in death by his parents; his son Dr. Daniel Swets of Sioux Falls, SD; his daughter Beth Wallinga of Ann Arbor, MI; his daughter-in-law Susan Swets of San Angelo, TX; and his two brothers Donald Swets of Plantation, FL and James Swets of Grand Rapids, MI. Ken is remembered by all who knew him for his sense of humor. He regularly corresponded with a large network of friends and former colleagues all over the U.S. who benefited from his jokes, stories, and insight. While he called his wife "Rose," he often referred to himself as "Thorn," claiming she was the beautiful and soft portion of their partnership, but those who knew him know that he did not have anything prickly in his nature, but was instead kind, generous, witty, and wise. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial gifts be made in Ken's name to your local Christian schools or to the charity of your choice. Family and friends may share condolences and sign an online register book at www.harper-funeralhome.com To read the full obituary, please click here: http://www.harper-funeralhome.com/obituaries/Kenneeth-Lee-Swets?obId=2965418#/celebrationWall