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JAMES SWEENY Obituary
Age 69, of Fox Chapel, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 28, 2010; beloved husband of Dawn Kelso Sweeny; loving father of David (Ashley) Sweeny of Boston, MA and Craig (Liz Jemielita) Sweeny of Los Angeles, CA; cherished grandfather of Arlo, Darwin and Emma Jane; brother of Marion Guthrie, Ellen (Scott) McCaslin and the late Bert Sweeny. James was a retired attorney with Buchanan Ingersoll. He enjoyed classic cars, golfing, traveling and especially spending time with his family. Friends received Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at WEDDELL - AJAK FUNERAL HOME, 100 Center Avenue, Aspinwall. Funeral Service Wednesday 11 a.m. at Aspinwall Presbyterian Church, Center Ave at 3rd St. In lieu of flowers, the family respect fully suggests memorial contributions to, Presbyterian SeniorCare, 1215 Hulton Rd., Oakmont, PA 15139.
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September 10, 2010
Dawn, I am sorry to hear about the death of your husband. It is in times like these we all need to turn to Jesus Christ for his love and grace. Jim Beatty (Beaverdam, Va)
Lonna Smith
September 6, 2010
Dear Dawn,
We are so sorry to hear the sad news. MIchael's and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lonna (Ellen's friend)
September 1, 2010
Dave, Sorry to hear about your Dad. You and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Melissa, Brad and Myles.
Patty Doane
August 31, 2010
Dawn, You are in my thoughts and prayers. With Deepest Sympathy, Patty Doane
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August 31, 2010
Dear Dawn,
Although I only saw Jim twice a year, I really enjoyed talking to him, he always seemed so nice. If there is anything that I can do for you, please call.
Harvey F. Wimmer
Glen & Donna Yon
August 31, 2010
Dear Dawn & Family,
We are saddened to hear about Jim's passing, please accept our deepest condolences.
August 30, 2010
David and Craig,
Please accept our condolences. We are sorry for the loss of your father.
Dick and Camille Bondi
August 29, 2010
Dawn, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Keith and Linda Mason
Anne Marshall
August 29, 2010
Dear Dawn I am so sorry for your loss and hope you will be able to take some time for healing now. John's sister, Anne Marshall
August 29, 2010
for Dawn, David and Craig, we send our deepest sympathy to all of you and know what a good dad Jim was...please know that we are with you in spirit and support you with love, tom, patty jenifer, tom, and derek sabow
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