Photo courtesy of Mountain View Funeral Home
Jan 29, 1944 - Jan 30, 2026
So very sorry to see this sad news....
My name is Betty Ellis Beary and I was a classmate in the Twin Cedars class of "62"
I live in Newton, Iowa currently and will always remember Richard as a tall/slender and very quiet person. It took a lot to get an expression or smile from here... just a gentle giant!
So sorry for the loss of one of our own!
Betty Beary
February 12, 2026 | Newton, IA | Classmate
Richard worked for my Dad at Pallo Verde, then me at the Motorolas. He was a fine man and a good plumber. Everyone loved him!
Bill Summers
February 06, 2026 | Phx, AZ | Coworker
Remembering Rich, who was a good man with such a kind and gentle smile. My favorite memory was him giving a tour in the desert with all the survivor tips! I loved his sense of adventure. My thoughts are with the family as he will be truly missed.
Diane
February 05, 2026 | Lawrenceville, GA | Family
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Mountain View Funeral Home
February 02, 2026 | Blairsville, GA
Richard Charles Sweem went to be with the Lord on January 30th after an extended illness. He was born to Charles Walter and Dorothy (Dainty) Sweem on January 29, 1944, in Knoxville, IA. After attending Twin Cedars High School in Bussey, IA, he proudly served eight years in the United...
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