James Sean Sweeney

James Sean Sweeney obituary, Clifton, NJ

James Sean Sweeney

James Sweeney Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Shook Funeral Home, Inc. - Clifton on Dec. 4, 2023.

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James Sean Sweeney, 68, of Branchville passed away on October 20, 2023. Born in Paterson, James was raised and lived in Clifton before moving to Sussex County in 1990. He was a Detective Sergeant with the Special Investigation Unit and Narcotics Divisions of the Paterson Police Department, where he worked for 25 years before retiring in 2003. James was a loyal friend, had a one of kind heart, and was the epitome of a father figure. He will be dearly missed by many.
James was the son of the late Genevieve (McCleary) and James A Sweeney. James is survived by his son, Sean C Sweeney.
Services were private under the direction of the Shook Funeral Home, Clifton.
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April 4, 2025

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George Repstien

April 4, 2025

Jim had helped me in my deepest time of need in 1999 and grabbed that opportunity to change my life around... Thanks for that help on that day always remembered , RIP Jim

Dan alex

January 18, 2025

I was friends with Jimmy for over 30 years, he was a great guy and a great friend he is missed,may the Lord rest his soul and bless his family. Dan alex

Jorge Escurra

February 13, 2024

A terrific cop. A terrific person. My condolences to the Sweeney family.
- Jorge Escurra

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