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 stepchildren 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.
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Stacy Strance
My sincerely condolences to all The Sweeney Family. RP was a wonderful man whom I loved very much. Prayers for you all during this time. May you all find peace as you all provided him with a wonderful life.
Dee & Wayne Michael
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Sweeney family prayers go out to all of you!!
Dee & Dewey
Missy & Brian Flahiff
We’re so very sad to hear this,he was a very nice man.Please know Kathy,Joe,,Betsy and Family that you’re in our hearts,thoughts, and prayers during this very sad time. May God continue to be with you all.
Kristen Black
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you all and praying for you all.
Craig Hilty
So sorry – RIP Bob
Rick Wonderly
We lost a good friend and poker player ,you will be missed .
Tom Hoffman
My condolences to the Sweeney family. I have known RP most of my life. He was always larger than life. No matter how old I got he always greeted me as Tommy, followed by How ya doing.? Godspeed Mr. Sweeney!!
Rick Bowlus
My heart hurts for Kathy and all the extended family who knew and loved Bob. I am so thankful for Bob giving Kathy much happiness and love for many, many years. May Bob rest free of pain and watch over Kathy and family from on high. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to one of my “sisters” and sending you my love and prayers. God bless.
Diane sheets
To the family of Bob and Kathy,
My deepest sympathy to all of you!
You all made your dad very proud and he was very proud of all of you!
I have special memories of all of you and will keep you in my prayers. ✝️
Jeff Digby
So Sorry for your loss . Thoughts and prayers to the whole family.
Jeff and Lynda Digby
Steven Magrum
Very sorry to hear this. I admired this man in many ways. I considered him a friend and mentor in my young years. God bless, Mr Sweeney. RIP!
Steve & Nancy Pfefferle
So sorry to hear of his passing. Always enjoyed talking to him at the whrs. So many memories.
Bob and everyone you are in my prayers.
RIP Mr. Sweeney
Claudia P Hilty
Dear Tim & Cheryl;
So very sorry to hear about your loss.
Our sincere condolences to you & yours. Sending our love and hugs during these tough times.
With love,
Scott, Claudia, Alex and Lauren Hilty
Susann Robitski Zimmerman
Kathy and family, you have my sincere condolences on the loss of Bob. I’m sad to learn of his passing, but grateful that he is no longer in pain.
I have many good memories of times with Bob over the years, and appreciated his kind spirit and sense of humor.
May the peace that comes from the memories of your love comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Susann
Denise Lindenberger Armbruster
My thoughts and prayers to the the family during this difficult time.May you find comfort in the days ahead that he is at peace .God got a special angel.♡
TIM DONNELLY
My sincerest condolences to Bob’s family, the extended Sweeney family, and his friends.
Brian Burns
Tim and entire Sweeney Family,
So sad to hear about your father. All of you will be in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. May peace be with you during this difficult time. May the perpetual light shine on Bob.
Thinking of you all,
Brian and Denise Burns
Duke Fox
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Deepest Sympathies,
Duke and Kimberly Fox
Patrick Eberly
Mike and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss, your Dad always greeted me with a big smile, a firm handshake saying “Patrick my boy, how are you”, you could always feel his kindness when you talked to him. You are all in my families prayers.
Sandy Rodawalt
I will treasure my memories of Bob. He was a true gentleman. I loved playing cards with him. He was so happy when he could play golf with his dog by his side. Our prayers are with the family…thanks for sharing Bob with us over the years…sure will miss his smile and laughter.
Barb (Leid) Aldrich
Sending sincerest sympathies…
Lisa Johnson
I am so very sorry for your tremendous loss. He was an incredible man with a huge heart and always a smile and hug to share. He always made you feel like part of the family and will be dearly missed. I pray our Heavenly Father wraps his loving arms around you all and provides each of you with a peace and comfort as only he can give. Love to you all. Lisa
Pat Smith-Washington Elementary Cafeteria
Pattie & Family, I am so very sorry for your loss, my thoughts & prayers are with you all!
Jim Wohlgamuth
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Cheryl Chapman
Mike and Family,
I was so sorry to get Your text Sunday! Your Dad was a great guy! We had so many memories growing up around the Sweeney house and family. Your Dad’s smile and kindness will always be remembered. He will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family!!
Love,
Cheryl
Rosie Montes Miller
Mike Sweeney and Laurie Fox
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Deb Streacker
I have many fond memories of running around the neighborhood with the Sweeney boys and seeing Mr. Sweeney’s towering figure – sometimes in hunting gear, sometimes in business gear, but always tall and looming with a toothy smile. The Sweeney trampoline was always a popular attraction, and between the Sweeney’s and the Swartzlanders, there were always plenty of kids to hang out with back in “Barker Heights”. My sincerest condolences to all the Sweeney “kids” and family on the loss of your dad. Sending strength your way in the difficult days you face.
Deb & Jeff Streacker
John and Brenda Havens
To the Sweeney Family – John and I are praying for all of you. He was a very kind man and we always enjoying talking with Bob and Kathy. May he rest in peace!
Fred and Linda Haubert
Kathy- so sorry for your loss. Keep all the happy memories close to your heart and let the sad ones fade. Thoughts and prayers for your family
Mike Jay
It was so sad to hear of Bob’s passing. I have many fond memories of Bob, and the entire Sweeney family, from the time I worked for him while in high school to many years beyond. I wish for everyone who knew Bob a sense of peace through our happy memories of him.
Mike Jay
PETE DYE
KATHY,BOB JR, TIM,JOEY,AND GIRLS SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. YOUR DAD WAS A GREAT PERSON AND I WAS HONORED TO HAVE HIM FOR A FRIEND.
Craig and Cheryl Wendt
Sooo very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing…what a great guy!! Always friendly and that booming, deep voice always made you pay attention to him! He was so kind to me when one of his black labs bit me. Remember babysitting the Sweeney kids in the apartments on Elm Drive and then on Barker Road. Please know that we are praying for all of you. God bless all of you and give you strength!
RIP Bob!!
Sharon Parish
So sorry to hear this. You have my family’s sympathy.
Lynde Pitts Methner
My condolences to the Sweeney family. Bob was a great guy and a good friend to my family. I know he will be missed. He’s probably playing poker with my Dad on the other side!
Nick and Michelle Spurck
You have all been in my thoughts since I heard the news. RP was a good friend to my father and I both. I know they are smiling down on us and the legacy they have left for generations. You have my family’s condolences.
Jacqueline Hughes
I am so sorry to hear of Bob Sr. Passing.
My love and thoughts to his family.