Trisha Michelle Swenson
October 16, 2022
Trisha Michelle Swenson, 58, passed away on October 16, 2022, at home.
Trisha was born to David and Karen (Foster) Golay on October 16, 1964, in Des Moines, Iowa.
Trisha graduated from Urbandale High School and earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Iowa. She worked for Wells Fargo for over 25 years and was a member of Park Avenue Christian Church.
She enjoyed decorating her house and loved spending time with her family and friends. She was an avid shopper and adored doting on her pets. She was tenacious, kind, brave, loving, supportive, courageous, and resilient.
Left to cherish her memory are her son, Cole (Kristina) Swenson; mother, Karen Golay; and a host of other loving friends and family members.
She was preceded in death by her father, David Golay; brother, Brian Golay; and son, Noah Swenson.
A visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 3, 2022, at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines, Iowa.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Make-A-Wish or Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in loving memory of Trisha.
Melanie Schmidt Brown
11/02/2022
Trisha was the most kind, giving and extremely strong woman I have ever been blessed to meet. So many memories with Trish, Noah and Cole. I am so sad to hear of Trisha's passing but I know she will be with Noah and of course Allan Knutson (a dear dear friend to Trisha and family) and other loved ones. I pray Cole that you will find peace, and much love in your future! Hugs to you and your wife and your grandmother.
Kim & Kerry Shackelford
10/23/2022
Trisha was a blessing and cherish by all. Thoughts and prayers. Kim & Kerry
Mary Gillman
10/21/2022
Sincere condolences to all members of Trishas family and her many friends far and near. I was so inspired by Trishas positive attitude and her resilience in the face of the adversity she faced at times in her life. Our friendship went back to our middle school days, and I was so glad to reconnect through social media over the last 15 years. RIP Trisha, May we all remember the way you touched our lives.💔
Sandy Duff
10/20/2022
Such a kind hearted person. We will miss your smiling face at Pacc. Prayers for the family.
Linda Mack
10/20/2022
I am so sorry to hear of Tricias passing. She was a joy and a beautiful person. She will be missed by all. My prayers go out to her mother and son.
Jim Page
10/19/2022
Trisha was one of the most sincere, honest, loving people I know from childhood into adulthood.
She will be missed by us all...
Jim Page
Renae Hutchison
10/19/2022
Trisha had posted awhile back, some of her & Noah's talks, before he went to Heaven. I know Trisha is being the greatest slave to Noah!
Karen, Cole & Kristina - You guys are in my prayers. ❣
Debra Rossi
10/19/2022
I am so sad to hear about the loss of Trisha. She was a wonderful, sincere and caring person. Her contributions to Wells Fargo were many. She will be remembered fondly by me and many others.
Christine Fisher
10/18/2022
I am in shock. Trisha was the most person inside and out. She would give you the belly ache laughs! We shared many adventures as roomies in college. My deepest condolences to her Mom & Son. I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss her.