Richard W. Sweeting

Sweeting, Richard W. (Dick)
Brockport: June 6, 2008, at age 90, at Lakeside Beikirch Care Center, Brockport. Born October 3, 1917, in Clarkson, NY, he was the son of Walter and Alice Sweeting. Dick is survived by his wife of 67 years, Helen Wilson Sweeting, sister, Blanche Spencer (Libby, MT), sister-in-law, Doris Sweeting (Shelby, NC), and many nieces, nephews and their families. He was predeceased by brothers, sisters, and their spouses; Harold and Olive Sweeting, Wendell and Mary Sweeting, Ruth and Francis Shaughnessy, Hazel and Donald Burgett, Ralph Sweeting, and Donald Spencer.
Dick was an advertising executive with Eastman Kodak Company, served in the US Army, and was a life member of Western Monroe Historical Society, Monroe Lodge No. 173 Masons, and a member of Brockport United Methodist Church for many years. Dick served his community through many civic organizations and associations and was especially active in the Republican Party for over 50 years. His favorite pastime was golfing, enjoying his friends at Stafford County Club and at many courses in Florida where Dick and Helen spent winters until recently. Dick will be missed by his loving family and his many friends. Special appreciation and recognition are given to the third floor staff at Lakeside Beikirch Care Center who provided skilled and loving care to Dick for the past three years.
No prior calling. All are invited to attend a Memorial Service for Dick, which will be held on a date to be determined. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make donations to Brockport United Methodist Church, 92 Main Street, Brockport or Lakeside Beikirch Care Center, 156 West Ave., Brockport.
Ref: Fowler Funeral Home, Inc