Paul "Eddie" Sweany

Paul "Eddie" Sweany, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on December 20, 1941, in Austin, Indiana, he was the beloved son of the late Paul J. Sweany and Alberta (Wheeler) Sweany. Eddie's life was a testament to his strong work ethic and his unwavering commitment to his family and faith.
Eddie's career spanned many years at Cummins Engine Company in Columbus, Indiana, where he was known for his reliability and expertise.
A devout member of the Austin Christian Church, Eddie served as a deacon, lifting the spirits of many with his voice in the choir. His dedication to his church was matched by his care for the community, as he lovingly tended to the Oak Hill Cemetery, ensuring it remained a place of beauty and solace for all who visited.
Eddie's legacy is carried on by his loving family, including his sons, Tony Sweany of Austin, Indiana, and Terry (Patty) Sweany of Los Angeles, California; his stepson, Wesley Rose of Clarksville, Indiana; and stepdaughter, Holly Colwell of Austin, Indiana. He was a proud grandfather to Amie Sweany and great-grandfather to Adriana Alvarado.
Preceding him in death were his brothers, Bobby and Joe Sweany; his sister, Nancy Rensehler; his first wife and mother of his children, Wanda Faye Sweany; and his second wife, Wanda Rose.
The funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at Buchanan Funeral Home in Austin, Indiana, with Pastor Dave Huey officiating. Friends and family are invited to pay their respects during visitation hours from 10 am to 1 pm on the day of the service at Buchanan Funeral Home.
Eddie will be laid to rest at Oak Hill Cemetery in Austin, Indiana, where he will be surrounded by the community he loved and the nature he so tenderly cared for.
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