Norwich, CT, Connecticut
Norwich - Richard Arthur Sweezey, 68, of East Town St., died on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010.He was born on July 12, 1942, in Norwich, the son of the late Francis B. and Noel A. (Durand) Sweezey. Richard was a graduate of the Norwich Free Academy class of 1960.On July 11, 1964, he was married to Sally...
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Dick was just the 'very best neighbor' ever - his warm smile and wave will always be remembered as will his deep love for, not only family, but for 'his Shannie' who always sat by his side with head on his knee while Dick rubbed his ears. Whenever I pass by 'their home', my thoughts turn to Dick, Sally and of course 'Shane'...I do miss them.
Claire Muskus
October 11, 2019 | Lisbon, CT | Neighbor
Dear Sally and Family,
I was so saddened to read of the passing of your husband. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. I am so sorry you have this heavy burden to bear.
Most Sincerely,
Mary (Cronin) Truman
Mary Truman
October 23, 2010 | Colchester, CT
Dear Sally and family:
I was saddened to just hear about Dick. "Dickie" and I, as you know, were born just a few days apart, in July 1942, and grew up together as neighbors until I moved to Groton Long Point in the eighth grade. So,we go back a long time. My first car (at 16) was the 1948 Crosley convertible that Dick and his father restored.
Dick Sweezey will certainly be missed.
Sally, my thoughts are with you and the rest of the Sweezey family.
Emil Fox
October 22, 2010 | Glastonbury, CT
Sally & family, I was so saddened to hear of Dick's passing. He was a good and kind soul and I will miss him.
May your sorrow be lightened a little knowing that I share your loss.
Doug Frank
October 22, 2010 | Norwich, CT
We pray for your comfort and peace during this time of loss. Fr: Sylvia Potter & family
sylvia potter
October 20, 2010 | New London, CT
Sally and family,
I was so sad to hear of Dick's passing. He was a gentle soul who would help anyone with sincerity. I can still picture him in his retro converible riding around town. I will miss him, as I'm sure you all will. Please know I share your grief.
chris portelance
October 20, 2010 | Norwich, CT
Dear Sally and family -
When Ann and I moved to Norwichtown three years ago, everyone we met said how lucky we were to have the Sweezeys as our next-door neighbors.
My first vision of Dick was while mowing my lawn on my lawn-tractor. As I headed westward, the Sweezey kitchen window flew open, and Dick's long, waving arm and welcoming-smile greeted me.
A year later, when our beloved, 20-year-old cat had to be put-down, I have a bittersweet memory of...
Tom Callinan
October 18, 2010 | Norwich, CT
Dear Sweezey Family ~ I was literally shocked to read Dick was 'born into heaven' yesterday; I am so very sorry. I know my words can't begin to express the sorrow and emptiness you're all feeling. He was a wonderful person and I'll always remember his 'ready smile and wave' as I was biking ~ especially not to be forgotten, seeing him in his chair in the den with his beloved "Shannie" by his side ~ and now they're together once again.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Claire Muskus
October 17, 2010 | Lisbon
Claire Muskus
October 17, 2010 | Lisbon