Steve "Buck" Swenson Obituary (1952 - 2021)

Click HERE to view Funeral Services for Steve “Buck” Swenson Steve “Buck” Swenson passed away unexpectedly March 25th, 2021. Steve was born October 28th, 1952 in Spanish Fork, UT to Ray Allen and Carol Swenson. He graduated from Spanish Fork High School in 1970. In 1983, he married the love of his life, Tracy Park. He often joked he won her over by taking her on their first date in Cecil, his old roofing truck. Together they raised four children. Steve began his career with Kennecott Copper in 1972, retiring as a Machinist; as well as owning a successful roofing business. During his younger years, he was a member of the Bees Club and participated in many Widowmaker hill climbs. Through work and his love of hill climbing, he made lifelong friendships, many of which became more like family. The second love of Steve’s life was his cabin in Manila, UT, where he spent the majority of his time. Many who knew Steve can attest to his famous breakfasts where no one left the table hungry. Steve loved hosting and his door was always open no matter who you were. Many memories were made at “The Gorge” whether it be fishing, camp fire conversations, four wheeling, razor rides, porch sitting, and drop by visits. To know him was to love him, he always had you laughing with his quick-wit and famous one-liners. He enjoyed travelling and being with family and friends, whether it be road trips to NASCAR, cruises, or the annual Halloween hotdog cookout. He is survived by his loving wife, Tracy. Children, Shad (Jen), Brandon (Meridee), Shantel (Mike), Laci (Mike), 13 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. Also survived by his mother, Carol, brother, Allen, and sisters, Sharon (Blake), Shauna (Jay), and Stacey (Ed). Preceded in death by his father, Ray Allen and sister-in-law, Karen. A viewing will be held in his honor Wednesday, March 31st, 2021 at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary; located at 4760 S. State, Murray, UT from 6PM-8PM. A funeral will be held the following morning, April 1st, 2021 at the West Jordan 11th Ward; 7255 S 2200 W, West Jordan, UT at 11AM with a short viewing held an hour before services. For those unable to attend, Facebook Live will be broadcasted by clicking the link at the top of this obituary.