Andrew Arthur Call Swindle

Andrew Arthur Call Swindle
1983 - 2025
Andrew Arthur Call Swindle – beloved son, devoted father, cherished brother, and extraordinary friend – was taken from his adoring family and scores of friends suddenly and unexpectedly on July 25, 2025. While his passing leaves an emptiness felt deeply by all who knew and loved him, his engaging warmth, enthusiasm, infectious smile, generosity, and bright light will continue to shine in our minds and hearts forever.
Andrew was born in Salt Lake City on September 19, 1983, to Arthur J. and JoAnne Call Swindle. From an early age, and throughout his youth and adulthood, he brightened the lives of all who knew him and fostered lifelong, treasured friendships. Strangers became Andrew's friends in an instant, and he was the first to offer unconditional support and compassion to those in need.
A graduate of East High School and the University of Utah, he competed in Rugby for the U and was named to USA Rugby's Jr. National Team. He served on the U's Young Alumni Board and was loyal and true to his alma mater. Go Utes! After serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Spanish-speaking Florida, he continued – in true "Andrew fashion" – to share a special affection for and connection with the Hispanic community.
Andrew married Kiersten Nilsson in 2009, and they were blessed with two children, Scott (10) and Kate (9), who became the joy and focus of their lives! While they later divorced, Andrew and Kiersten remained extraordinary partners in raising their children, ensuring they shared strong family bonds and countless activities together. With boundless energy, Andrew was truly a "superdad" who encouraged his children to live life fully, sharing outdoor adventures of every kind with them, and fostering their success in baseball, soccer, basketball, and more.
Andrew's career in development benefitted many areas at the University of Utah including Dentistry, Engineering, and Orthopaedics, and later Waterford School. But his true passions were far from any office. He was a fly fisherman extraordinaire, avid mountain biker, and loved downhill skiing, rugby, golf, yoga, and collecting fine art (following in his father's footsteps)! Without fail, "Swin" was always the life of the party! He loved trips to Newport Beach and Santa Barbara to see his mom and Grandma Call, spending every morning surfing. He treasured the times he shared with his dad and his children in Sun Valley, Idaho, and most of all at the Swindle family cabin at Christmas Meadows in the High Uinta Mountains.
Andrew is survived by Kiersten Swindle and their children, Scott and Kate; his father, Arthur J. Swindle; mother, JoAnne Call; siblings, Jonathan (Amy) Holman and Allison (John) Hillas; nephews and nieces Jackson, Jacob, and Abby Holman, and John Patrick and Georgia Hillas; aunts, uncles, and cousins; dear friend and champion Toni Lehtinen; and treasured soulmates Blake (Lindsay) Drury and Victoria Heagy, along with his black lab, Dewey, and countless others who will miss him immensely.
A Celebration of Life in Andrew's honor will be held on his birthday: Friday, September 19, at 4:30 p.m., on the west lawn at The Cottonwood Country Club, 1780 Lakewood Drive, Holladay, UT.
The Swindle family extends deep appreciation for the remarkable outpouring of generosity in Andrew's memory already extended to benefit his children and family. Memorial contributions may also be directed to a favorite charity or the following: Andrew Swindle Memorial Scholarship, U of U Dept. of Orthopaedics, 590 Wakara Way, SLC, UT 84108; Men Healing, 6033 S. 1300 W., Taylorsville, UT 84123; or the Utah Stream Access Coalition, P.O. Box 91154, SLC, UT 84109.
May the memories of Andrew's love and friendship continue to radiate joy in our hearts, inspiring smiles in place of tears.