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Robert "Bobby" B. Sweeney, 82, of Charlottesville, passed away on Friday, August 6, 2010.
Bobby was the son of the late Stephen and Elizabeth Sweeney.
Bobby is survived by his family; his friends; and his beloved four legged family.
A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Monday, August 9, 2010, at Hill and Wood Funeral Home, with the Reverend Ronnie Sipes officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Sunday, August 8, 2010, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite Charlottesville, VA 22911, or to the Charlottesville Albemarle SPCA at 3355 Berkmar Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22901.
Friends may send condolences to the family at www.hillandwood.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Monica and Chris Johnson
August 9, 2010
Carol and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Bobby was a great man! He will truly be missed by so many of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please let us know if you need anything, or need help on the farm.
The Coffey Family
August 9, 2010
Ms. Sweeney and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Sweeney had a heart of gold and was always willing to help someone in need. He will be greatly missed.
May God comfort and keep you always.
August 9, 2010
Carol and family,
we are deeply saddend at the loss of Bobby. There are so many memories! May God comfort you and help you through this hard time.
Paul & Pat Payne
Ann and Donald Watson
August 8, 2010
Dear Carol and family, Sorry to hear about Bobby's passing. As the days and weeks pass and you return to life's routine may you continue to feel conforted by the love of family and friends.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Joanne Watson
August 8, 2010
My father Gery Smith aka "Smitty" thought a lot of Bobby Sweeney and I thought that I would send his condolences to Mr. Sweeney's loved ones.
Debbie Curry-Rush
August 8, 2010
Carol,
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Bobby. You and Bobby have done so much for me over the years and will always have a place in my heart. Bobby was such a kind hearted person and. God bless you and help you through this difficult time. If you need anything please don't hesitate to call me. God bless
James & Judy Bryant
August 8, 2010
I am so sorry for your lost. He was such a great man. He was so thoughtful and caring man. My God give you strength and support. He got his angel wings just like our daughter two weeks ago. They will be dancing around each other.
Shirley Payne
August 8, 2010
Carol and family,
Words cannot express the sadness we feel about Bobby's death. Bobby was a kind, thoughtful and very special man. We all have our special memories of Bobby, and I hope yours will help you through this difficult time.
With sincere sympathy,
Shirley and Dan Payne
Jane Carolyn Fitzgerald
August 8, 2010
Dear Carol,
I know Bobby will be greatly missed. I will always remember how great the two of you were to me when we lived on Harris St.
Alice Owens
August 7, 2010
Dear Carol and family,
I know Bobby will be greatly missed. He always made me feel like family.
I share your sorrow and remember the many things he (and you) did to help us over the years.
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