Robert P. Sweeney

Fremont - Robert P. Sweeney Sr., 81, of Fremont, Ohio, passed away at home, with his family by his side on April 12, 2020, after a battle with cancer. He was born on June 9, 1938 to Frank and Marion (Forristal) Sweeney of Rochester, New York. Bob attended St. Anthony of Padue Seminary, Watkins Glen, NY and graduated from St. Thomas Aquinas Institute High School, Rochester NY. Bob attended John Carroll University, Cleveland, OH, where he played football.

Bob is survived by his loving wife Kathy Garn Sweeney. They were married on March 28, 1987 and were blessed to have 33 beautiful years together. He is also survived by his children Bob Sweeney Jr, Tim (Cheryl) Sweeney, Mike Sweeney, Laurie (Jeff) Fox, Joe (Betsy) Sweeney, and Pattie (Cory) Gamertsfelder. Also, surviving are step children Cori (Jerry) Schumacher and Sean (Sebrina) Kaseman. In addition are 24 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Bob is also survived by siblings Frank (Sara) Sweeney and Rosemary (Tom) Geen. Preceding him in death are his parents, siblings John, Joan, Mary Anne, Patricia, and grandsons Jeffrey Fox and Stephan Kaseman.

Bob started his career as an insurance agent and owned and operated Prosurance Insurance Agency for many years, finishing his career as owner-operator of RP Sweeney Warehouse, Sweeney Enterprise and The Theatre Transport Co. until his retirement. He was a past member of the Fremont Elks, The Fremont Outing Club, Catawba Island Club, Fremont Country Club, and past president of Sandusky County Chamber of Commerce. He was a member of Sandusky County Sportsman Club and he held lifetime memberships to NRA and the Izaak Walton League. He took flight lessons under the direction of Gene Damschroder and was the first person to fly solo out of the Fremont Airport.

Bob had many interests including hunting, trapshooting, fishing, golf, poker, boating, football, and skiing. He was a very generous man who loved his family. He was admired and treasured by all who knew him. He will be tremendously missed.

Due to the Covid-19 virus, a memorial service will be held at a later date.

Donations may be made in Bob's name to School of Hope, 1001 Castalia St., Fremont, Ohio 43420.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.whhfh.com.

Arrangements are entrusted to Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, Fremont, OH.

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Published by News-Messenger from Apr. 13 to Apr. 15, 2020.

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May 1, 2020

Bob was such a grand example of how people should treat each other. Always smiling and never met a stranger. I had the pleasure of working next door to his insurance agency when he was located in the Stahl Building. I was employed by Atty Harry A Sargeant, Jr., bought my first life insurance policy from Bob AND he had a gorgeous 1963 Bonneville for sale that I purchased as soon as it was put up for sale! He will be missed as much as he was loved..... May angels wrap their wings around his family and give them peace and serenity. Hugs, Charlotte (Kollman) (Slemmer) Zimmerman, Sandusky, Ohio.

Joe & Ann Gottron

April 30, 2020

To the Bob Sweeney Family,

We will cherish all of the great times that we had throughout the years with your family and our family. Bob was a great guy and a very special friend we will miss him dearly.

An Irish Blessing for Bob:

May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
the rains fall soft upon your fields
and, until we meet again,
may God hold you
in the palm of His hand.

All our love,

Joe and Ann Gottron

April 30, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dick & Barb Chernus

April 30, 2020

We have just learned of your loss. So sorry. Sending love and sympathy to all.

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Joe Gottron

April 30, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Sweeney Family during this time of loss. R.P.S. was a very special man and friend. He was loved and admired by the entire Gottron Family. We will cherish the countless memories with him. May he Rest In Peace.

Joe & Angie Gottron

April 24, 2020

Bob was such a grand example of how people should treat each other. Always smiling and never met a stranger. I had the pleasure of working next door to his insurance agency when he was located in the Stahl Building. I was employed by Atty Harry A Sargeant, jr., bought my first life insurance policy from Bob AND he had a gorgeous 1963 Bonneville for sale that I purchased as soon as it was put up for sale! He will be missed as much as he was loved..... May angels wrap their wings around his family and give them peace and serenity. Hugs, Charlotte (Kollman) Zimmerman, Sandusky, Ohio.

Bill and Clara Bowlus

April 16, 2020

We were so sorry to hear about Bob (Dad)passing
We will always remember the good times shared.
We wish you all peace and know he is in good hands.
Bill and Clara Bowlus

April 16, 2020

TIM AN TO THE SWEENEY FAMILY { AM SORRY TO READ ABOUT YOUR FATHER >>> DICK SHERMAN

April 15, 2020

Our deepest sympathies to the entire family at this time. Bob was a friend and a joy to be with.

Jim and Cyndi Burroughs

Jeff Gottron

April 14, 2020

Was like a father and mentor to me. Mr Sweeney would lighten up the room every time he entered and I looked forward to him coming to our house, which was often. His famous entry was Anybody Home as entered into our house and at that point all 9 of us would proceed to enjoy his company and laughter. Mr Sweeney was my dads best friend and my idol growing up. He took us hunting, fishing,boating and even gave me and my brother Mike our first landscaping job at his office. He was the nicest and most generous person I knew! Mr Sweeney will be greatly missed!! Thanks for the mentoring and Great Times❤

Regina (Sattler) Harger

April 14, 2020

Laurie and family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad!! May God wrap his comforting arms around all of you at this difficult time. Many thoughts and prayers for you and your whole family.