ROBERT SWEENEY

ROBERT SWEENEY

ROBERT SWEENEY Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Dec. 22 to Dec. 23, 2011.
SWEENEY, Robert Francis, 83, of Henrico, passed away on December 21, 2011. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marion Sweeney. He is survived by his brother, Edward Sweeney; brother-in-law, Dan Bishop; cousin, John Landrum; eight nephews and one niece; and a very special friend, Creola Chenault. Mr. Sweeney was a member of Four Mile Creek Baptist Church and a U.S. Army veteran. A memorial service will be held at Four Mile Creek Baptist Church, 2950 New Market Road, Henrico, Va. 23231 at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 24, 2011. Interment will be held at Four Mile Creek Baptist Church Cemetery for family members at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make any contributions to the charity of your choice.



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December 22, 2011

J P posted to the memorial.

December 22, 2011

Judith E. Vido posted to the memorial.

December 22, 2011

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J P

December 22, 2011

I had the joy of caring for Mr. Sweeney right before he passed away. I think I can speak on behalf of the unit by saying that his sweet disposition and strong character were evident even in his final days. He will be missed.
Sincerely,
Jillian, Patti, and the entire staff

Judith E. Vido

December 22, 2011

Uncle Robert,
It was said you hoped to live to see your eightieth birthday. Well my dear Uncle, you made it and then some. even so, I know how you must have missed your family.
I remember you when you used to be in the garden working with your back support always visible above your jeans. I remember your quiet strength and your face so handsome when it lit in laughter. I also remember the songs you sang and taught me as a child- the things you showed me about the horses you and Albert loved. I remember my friend Jay telling me how you sat with a straight back , dignified and when you spoke , it was no nonsense.

My dearest uncle, I will miss you. thanks again for the table and bedroom furniture you took such joy in building and for making it all just perfect.

I have and always will love you...

Jettie Robinson

December 22, 2011

Robert was married to my cousin, Marion Bishop. He was a wonderful husband to her and they were the perfect couple, looking out for and loving each other. They are together again today, free of pain and resting in the loving arms of Jesus.

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