Tiffany Kate Sweeney
July 20, 2023
Tiffany Kate Sweeney, 45, died July 20, 2023 at Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, IA. Tiffany was born April 16, 1978 in Des Moines to Vern and Cindy Sample. She attended Roosevelt High School and graduated in 1996. She later attended the University of Texas at Austin and graduated with a Master of Social Work. In 2005 she and Ryan Sweeney, also of Des Moines, were married. Ryan passed away in 2017.
Tiffany was proud of her sons and going on road trips with them. She enjoyed flowers, reading, drawing and painting, writing, pets, family gatherings, and visiting with friends.
She is survived by her three teenage sons, Collin Sweeney, Jake Sweeney, and Ben Sweeney; her brother, Troy Sample; her parents, Vern and Cindy Sample; and many other family members and friends.
A visitation will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines. IA. There will be no funeral.
There will be a private placing of Tiffany’s ashes in the Columbarium overlooking the lake at Glendale Cemetery, 4909 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA, at a later date.
Please consider donating in support of the children to Go Fund Me Go Fund Me for Tiffany Sweeney Children or if you prefer to write a check, please make payable to Vern Sample c/o Serve Credit Union, 3743 86th Street, Urbandale, IA 50322.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Tobi Simmons
08/03/2023
Growing up in DSM, we all run into one another. I remember Tiffany from our teen years and I remember your smile, shy to a point, and a open spirit. We crossed paths in our 40's when life became magnified. Tiffany, I hope you are at peace now. I hope your smile never changes. My sincere condolences go out to your children, parents, brother, and close friends. Rest in peace.
Ruth Terrell
08/01/2023
Dear Tiffany was my daughters bff in those early teens years when your friends are everything.
It brought me so much joy to see what a beautiful friendship they had and what wonderful times they had together.
I couldnt have wished for a sweeter or lovelier companion for my daughter. She was also a lot of fun, always laughing and smiling.
I still have a beautiful jewelry box that Tiffany gave me for my birthday.I treasure it now more than ever.
My heart and prayers are with all of you at this sensitive and painful time. May you be strengthened and comforted by her spirit which is still with you and surrounds you with love always.
In Peace
Ruth
Tim W. Dowie
07/30/2023
I would like to give my condolences to Vern & Cindy Sample and Tiffanys brother Troy especially to her boys Collin,Jake & Ben I was so sorry to hear about your mom. I live next-door to your mom and dad and you guys when you were kids you may not remember me but I have lived it at 3019 49th St. your mom and dad were great people. I will surely miss them. Take care.Tim W.Dowie
Liz Vitiritto
07/30/2023
Tiffany, I often remember you at my Mom's house growing up. My mom and Grandma Jennisch loved you and you were like one of the Vitiritto sisters. We will all meet again someday. ❤