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John Sweeney Obituary
Concord, NH - John C. Sweeney, 91, of Concord NH, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 31st, 2025. John was born in Concord on February 5th, 1934, to Clarence and Luella (Palmer) Sweeney. He was a proud Marine, a great athlete, and a ski patrolman. John worked at Concord Natural Gas, and in retirement, found joy in delivering flowers for Cobblestone Florist-a job he truly loved. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Donna (Cozzi) Sweeney, and his son, Jay Sweeney.
John is survived by his daughter, Sarah (Sweeney) Bean; his sister, Jean Sweeney; his daughter-in-law, Deb Sweeney, and her family. He was a loving Papa to many, including his grandson, Stephen Bean; his wife, Suzy; and their 3 children: Charlie, Stevie, and Blake. He is also survived by his granddaughter, Susan (Bean) Gelinas; her husband, Ben; and their 3 children: Christopher, Haleigh, and Nicholas.
John was also blessed with many beautiful friends and family throughout his life.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, June 4th at 10:30AM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 180 Loudon Rd. Concord
Burial will follow at Blossom Hill Cemetery, Concord.
The Waters Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations can be made to Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish or Granite VNA."
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Michael Fitzgerald
June 6, 2025
John was one of the nicest guys I knew, never saw him without a smile and a kind word. I will miss him
JoAnn (Sweeney) Robinson
June 4, 2025
We are thinking of you at this time. We wish we could have been there today. We have a lot of fond family memories.
Cathy Parkerson Lord
June 3, 2025
I worked with John at Concord Gas many years ago - it was one of my first office jobs when I was in high school! He was such a nice man and always smiling. Very positive experience early in my life and I´ve never forgotten him! My heartfelt sympathy to his family.
Tamre & Brian McCrea
June 3, 2025
Sarah, Sending you our sincere condolences on the loss of your dear father. It seems like it wasn´t long ago I just saw you both. Sending you and your family love and prayers during this difficult time.
Bonnie Richards
June 3, 2025
I worked with John at Concord Gas and then at EnergyNorth. I would see him often at Market Basket and stopped to chat. He always asked about my family. Such a great man and will be missed. RIP John Sweeney.
Amalia Sweeney
June 3, 2025
I´m sorry about condolences always thinking of you as family members I never forget you, he was great father and his family
Donna Waterman
June 3, 2025
I share sorrow at the passing of John - a friend from many years ago. I shall always remember that great smile and acknowledgement whenever we passed, and especially when he was on patrol. I uplift you all in prayer at this time and know john is RIP, and possibly connected with friends -.
Tracy Carleton
June 3, 2025
Sincere condolences Sarah and family at the passing of your father! Lord bless you!!
Tracy Carleton- Chase St days
Mary Ann Cooper
June 3, 2025
Sarah & family, Sending my heartfelt condolences to you all. Wishing you God's peace at this difficult time.
Sandra L Morrison
June 3, 2025
My deepest condolences to Sarah and Family. Have many memories of your Dad. Nice person and a killer on the slopes. RIP John, you will be missed.
Shirley Genest
June 2, 2025
John was a gentle soul who was very thoughtful to me and my husband. A good friend who will be missed. RIP John.
The Entire Staff of Waters Funeral Home
June 3, 2025
Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.
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