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Robert Sweeney Obituary
Memorial service: 10:30 a.m. Friday at First Presbyterian Church.
Memorials: The family requests that donations be made to First Presbyterian Church, 1000 Penn St., Fort Worth, Texas 76102; or Presbyterian Night Shelter of Fort Worth, Box 2645, Fort Worth, Texas 76113.
Robert Edgar Sweeney was born June 2, 1932, in Fort Worth, son of the late Albert Vinson Sweeney and Marjory Little Sweeney. He graduated from Central High School (now Paschal), attended Texas Christian University and graduated from Texas Tech University.
Robert "Bob" was co-owner with Hal Hughes of the R.E. Sweeney Lumber Co. of Fort Worth. His grandfather, Robert C. Sweeney, was a general contractor who built many of the city's notable buildings, including TCU Stadium, Will Rogers Coliseum, several high schools and many significant downtown structures. Bob was married for over 23 years to Carol D. Sweeney. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church.
His insatiable curiosity for literature, philosophy, the sciences, nature and history was remarkable and respected by all, as was his love of golf and his many enduring friendships. Bob was legendary for his sense of humor and generosity.
Survivors: His wife, Carol; son, John Patrick Sweeney and his wife, Laura; daughters, Shannon Sweeney Wright and her husband, Lloyd, Erin Sweeney Campbell and Lisa Sweeney Ryan and her husband, Steve; stepsons, Mark Gunderson and his wife, Daphne, and John Gunderson; grandsons, Sean Sweeney, Ryan Sweeney and Will Ryan; granddaughters, Madison Ryan, Kali Ryan, Kelsi Ryan, Jenna Ryan and Gabby Ryan; nieces, Katie Gill Alexander and her husband, Jerry, and Amanda Gill Adams and her husband, Mark; nephew, Barton Gill; several great-nieces and great-nephews; and many other loved ones.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Sweeney
Lin Team (Donelson)
October 26, 2009
Although I hadn't seen Bob in 25 years, I kept up through family, and am shaken to learn that I won't be able to sit down and catch up with him. He was a strong influence on me in our earlier years, and his presence is still felt in my life. I have been particularly pleased to hear of his happy marriage to Carol, as I found that blessing in my life as well. Peace to Carol, Pat, Erin and Shannon. Lin Team (Donelson)
September 25, 2009
I was always happy to see Bob. He was truly an inspiration to me. I will miss him very much. Beverly Ford ( Haltom City)
September 20, 2009
Dear Carol,
Bob was one of the true mentors in my life. I hope I can live up to my expectations that he would expect. Kind, gentle, thoughtful. My days always started out better with him. His memory lives on.
Guy LaMere
September 19, 2009
The Sweeney Family,
Bob was a true gentleman both on and off the golf course. All will miss his humor..
Cy Marcos
September 19, 2009
Dear Carol and family,
My condolences on your loss. Bob's humor and presence will indeed be missed, leaving a void in all of our lives.
Harold willett
September 18, 2009
Bob was and still is such an inspiration and guiding light in my life. Always had a joke, and lightened my day every time I saw him. He will be missed
barbara wilson
September 18, 2009
He was well respected to all who knew him. He will be missed.
September 18, 2009
Bob Showed me the light when there was not a tunnel too be found.He was a great friend and mentor.
Patrick McCarthy
Glenn Bugay
September 18, 2009
I am sorry to hear about Mr. Sweeney. It is always a pleasure to do business with Sweeney Lumber Co. The staff is always pleasant and professional which I am sure is a reflection on his Christian leadership. Peace and joyful memories in these times.
Gail Joslin-Lively
September 17, 2009
Bob has always had a special place in my heart. He was one of my father's best friends and was always so kind. Most adults in those days made us kids feels like we were just beings that were tolerated when we were around. But Bob always made me feel like he and I had a special bond. I feel very fortunate to have known Bob and I and this earth will miss him.
Bob Rayel
September 17, 2009
Bob was an inspiration to many. His intellect, wit and wonderful sense of humor have dotted the landscape of Fort Worth for many years. They will be missed.
His loss will leave an empty spot in my heart.
Bob Rayel, Tequisquiapan, Queretaro Mexico
Kerry Jo Lavine
September 17, 2009
Dear Carol, My deepest sympathy for you and the family. Bob was a good spirit and we were all blessed in his presence. With love, Kerry Jo Lavine
RAMONA CHAMBERLAIN
September 17, 2009
BOB WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY ALL WHO HAD THE GREAT FORTUNE TO MEET HIM. I CONSDER MYSELF HONORED TO HAVE KNOWN HIM. HE WAS ONE OF THE MOST SPECIAL PEOPLE I HAVE EVR MET. MY BEST MEMORIES WERE OF HIM COMING TO THE DELI TO GET HIS POTATO SOUP AND COLESLAW,JUST LIKE CLOCKWORK... MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO BOBS FAMILY AND FRIENDS. MAY HE REST IN PEACE. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN BOB, KNOW THAT YOU WERE LOVED AND APPRECIATED BY ALL WHO CROSSED YOUR PATH.
Michael Jordan
September 17, 2009
Bob sweeney was a Great man and may God bless you his family for your great loss
My condolences
Detra Flatt
September 17, 2009
Carol,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cary Boyd
September 17, 2009
My sincere thoughts are with you all during this difficult time, especially Pat, Erin and Shannon. Your father was a wonderful man, and was always very kind and considerate to me. He will be missed.
September 17, 2009
Bob showed me a good way to re-start my life through example and experience.His kindness and generosity combined with a keen sense of humor will be remembered always.
John DeBusk
September 17, 2009
Our condolences to Bobs Family and Friends.He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.He was and will continue to be a model of what men should be.
The Tallman Family
Pauul Ramirez
September 17, 2009
To Bob's Family, I have worked for R.E.Sweeney for 17 years now and still here, Sweeeny has tons of people that have been here even longer, Sweeney has provided for my Family and many others, and I am so grateful for it. May God be with you in this time of the passing of Mr Sweeney, you all our in my prayers,
all the best to you,
Paul Ramirez
( Sweeney Hardwoods )
Len & Cathie Jackson
September 17, 2009
A firm handshake, ever present smile, joke to make us laugh, inquiry into how we were doing in our lives, and so much more all speak of our friend and mentor Bob Sweeney. Mondays were always better because you encouraged us to keep first things first. No more emergency golf games as you are now free to play as often as you like with partners of your choosing. Blessings and prayers for all of the family.
Vic and Ann Ekholm
September 16, 2009
Carol,
Sweeney was a Cadillac in a world of Chevrolet's . My heart goes out to you and your family. He was a great man and helped so many. We will all miss him.
September 16, 2009
Our condolences go to all that have loved and will miss Bob, particularily Shannon, Erin, and Patrick. We loved Bob's great intellect, humor and all the fabulous times we spent together.
Much Love,
Bert, Leon, & Robi
Steve Cocanower
September 16, 2009
My prayers for Carol, the rest of the family and Bob, a man I will never forget.
Joe Dan Parson
September 16, 2009
Carol and family,
I can't even begin to imagine or understand the pain of your loss. Bob was such a fine and honorable gentleman... and a friend. He will be missed by all who are fortunate enough to have known him... and will be pleasantly remembered by us all.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
September 16, 2009
We are sorry for your loss. The company will miss him.
Cheryl Hardy and Sheryl South, Sweeney Hardwood
Jack Chapin
September 16, 2009
Bob will be sorely missed, and I am glad to have known him.
Karen McKinney ReCept Pharmacy
September 16, 2009
Carol,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God Bless you during this most difficult time.
Gene Edwards
September 16, 2009
Bob was a man who walked like he talked, and he leaves behind a legacy of fair play, goodwill, humanity, and compassion. He is, I know, beyond the realm of worldly harm and forever with God.
Tony Hardee
September 16, 2009
I will miss Bob. I Competed for lumber business throughout the 70's and always enjoyed his honest and fair way of doing business. In later years he was instrumental in my alcohol recovery. He often gave me GOOD advise and I will surely miss my friend and mentor.
Martin Reddy
September 16, 2009
Bob was a good man, and an exemplary gentleman. I am personally indebted to his kindness.
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