Steven Stanley Swope

Steve Stanley Swope, born July 16, 1948, to Charles And Velate Swope of Twin Falls, Idaho, and was one of five children. He was a devoted husband, father, son, grandfather, brother, and friends to many. Steve went to be with his Heavenly Father 04/08/2026. 

Steve grew up in Twin Falls and graduated from Twin Falls High School class of 1966. Steve's family and friends note that he was the "coolest guy" in town with his 1952 red Oldsmobile and competition orange saddle shoes, always perfectly groomed and handsome. It was during this time of high school he was at Dierke's Lake watching Paul Revere and the Raiders perform when his best friends Joe Theisen, introduced him to the prettiest girl in Town, Annabelle Thompson. 

Steve marries Annabelle Thompson in December 1965, in that union came two children, Randy and Gia Swope. They made their home in Twin Falls where Steve worked at the family business Pepsi Cola Bottling Company along with his father and three brother. Steve and Annie later divorced. 

Steve met Sandy Alexander in 1970, and they married in December 1975. In that union, Lori Swope was born. Altogether with Randy, Gia, Lori and Sandy's son James Mitchell, they had a blended family of 6 which let them with never a dull moment. Steve and Sandy recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. They were inseparable in life and devoted to their faith in our Lord and Savior Jesus. 

Steve worked tirelessly in sales his whole life. During his Sales career he met and befriended thousands of people while working for Pepsi Cola, Motorola Magic Valley International, and Freightliner, which was his most rewarding endeavor, managing and building the new Freightliner dealership North of Twin Falls. He retired in 2013. He never forgot a face and had a story about or for every one of his friends and customers. His knowledge of the American west and the Magic Valley was immense, due to his 77 years of relationships, experiences and reading at least 1 book a week. His stories and history lessons will be missed. 

Steve was a lifelong outdoorsman as were his father and brothers. He grew up hunting and fishing in the Magic Valley where he later taught all his children and grandchildren gun safety and ethics. He was a master of his crafts, He knew every ditch, willow patch, fishing hold, and pond in the valley. As a family they spent a lot of time camping, fishing, and in the winter pulling a sled with the motorcycle with al the kids and grandkids laughing and having a great time. 

Steve was a lifetime motorcyclist, racing cross county, motocross and a member of MVTMA since the 70's. He, his bothers, children and grandchildren all learned to ride on trails of Idaho. It was here that he made his fondest memories with his family and friends. Steve and Sandy later became avid Harley riders up until few years ago. In over 30 years, they traveled thousands of miles all over the Western United States, visiting historic landmarks, meeting and making more new friends, and of course, many more fascinating stories of their travels. Much of these earlier travels included his brother Scotty and sister-in-law, Connie. 

Steve and Sandy were active members of the Twin Falls Reformed Church and very involved in many of the programs, church events and always volunteering wherever needed. 

Steve is survived by his wife of 50 years Sandy, his children Randy (Kris), Gia, Lori (Chad) Coats, James Mitchell, his brothers Scott (Connie), Joe (Claudia, Jeff (Linda), 10 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren and his best fur baby Phoebe. He was proceeded in death by parents Charlie (1993) and Velate (1976), Infant sister Vicki (1947), Harmoney Wyatt (2013), Paul McClintic (2017), and long-time dear friend Diane Bolt (2009), and several beloved dogs. 

Steve's remembrance from his beloved fur baby Phoebe:              

 When Daddy and Mommy came to the Twin Falls Humane Society looking for a companion forever fur baby, we locked eyes and looked at each other... I knew right away they were going to be my forever safe, loving family and home. My :human" Daddy, Steve was so nice and fun, he always took me for drives and gave me treats. I didn't like it when he took me to the doggie doctor, but I always knew he would be eight there with me to tell me everything was going to be alright. He always made me feel safe and loved. I loved my "human" Daddy, and I miss him so much. I know that my "human" Mommy Sandy will take good care of me and I need to be here for her too. I know she missed my "human" Daddy as much as I do. 

Steve requested no services, and in lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Twin Falls Humane Society in Steve's name... as he said numerous times; "Don't worry about burying me, just put my ashes in a Folgers Coffee can and I'll be just fine." 

Steve and Sandy grew together in their faith in God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit. Steve is now in his Heavenly Home sitting at the feet of Gob and enjoying his heavenly reward.