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Douglas Sweeney (Retired) 221 Rad Tech

SWEENEY, Douglas J. - It is with heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Douglas J. Sweeney on Monday, January 5th, 2009 in his 68th year at his home in St. Petersburg, Florida. A long term resident of Trenton, retired from a lengthy Military career as well as a Technician with Warkworth Correctional Facility. Loving husband of 46 years to Catherine Sweeney (Colford). Loved father of Kathie and Eric Armstrong of Madoc, Debbie and Andy MacDonald of Trenton and Paul and Nedi Sweeney of Roslin. Also remembered by grandchildren Dannielle, Drew, Laura, Ryan, Cole and great-grandchildren Cameron, Xander. Survived by brother Don Sweeney (Lynn), of Roberts Arm, NL and sister Pat Manchuck of Prince George, BC. Predeceased by brother Jim Sweeney (surviving wife Marie). The family will receive friends at the RUSHNELL FUNERAL CENTRE, 60 Division Street on Monday, January 12th, 2009 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Service to follow in the Chapel at 1:00 p.m. Father Brian McNally officiating. Interment White's Cemetery. If desired, Memorial Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Brother Bill Education Fund for Africa. On-line condolences at www.quintefuneralcentres.com What he leaves with us ... Help others. . .“Because you can“ Do what “You“ know is right Be able to answer. . .“To Yourself“ If you're going to do something. . .“Do it well“ If there is any kindness you can show. . . show it today, Because we only pass this way once.