The Madison community is mourning the loss of longtime Madison High School teacher and coach Darren Swenson, who passed away Sunday, November 8th, at the age of 57 following a battle with cancer.

According to the Madison Central School District, Swenson spent 30 years teaching and coaching in Madison, making a lasting impact on students, athletes, fellow staff members, and the community.

His wife, Kelly, has also served as an elementary teacher in the Madison school district for many years.

Funeral services for Darren Swenson will be held Friday, November 13th, at 1:30 p.m. at First Lutheran Church in Volga.

Visitation will be Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Rustand-Weiland Funeral Chapel in Madison. Visitation will also be held Friday, one hour before the service at the church.

Burial will follow at Oslo Cemetery in rural Volga.

The district says counselors and support personnel will be available to students who need assistance processing the loss.