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Albert “Ab” Sweeney

In Memorial

Sweeney Ab

Sweeney: Albert “Ab”,
Peacefully passed away at Matthews House Hospice Alliston, on March 19, 2022, with his family by his side. Ab Sweeney, in his 88th year, beloved husband of the late Helen Sweeney (nee: McCullough), ever loving father of Dianne Hodgson (the late Dave), Brenda Chamczuk (Scott Miller), Marie Pearce (Grant), and Alberta Reynolds (Warren). Beloved grandfather to Nick, Alicia (Matt), Karrie (Pete), Jenn (Brian), Mandy (Chad), the late Allan, Marc (Kayla), Mike (Laura), Chris, Nick, and Dylan. Sadly missed by his great grandchildren Ben, Cole, Callie, Emma, Abby, Charlie, Carter, Paisley, and Ronnie. Predeceased by his brothers and sisters, and survived by his sister in law Donna Sweeney. Forever in the hearts of all his extended family and friends.
The Family will receive friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham 905-936-3477 on Wednesday March 23, 2022 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel at 11am Thursday March 24, 2022, followed by cremation. In Ab’s memory donations to Matthews House Hospice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

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Albert “Ab” Sweeney - Visitation

Rod Abrams Funeral Home

1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, ON, L0G1W0

Wednesday March 23, 2022

2 - 4pm

Albert “Ab” Sweeney - Visitation

Rod Abrams Funeral Home

1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, ON, L0G1W0

Wednesday March 23, 2022

7 - 9pm

Albert “Ab” Sweeney - Funeral Service

Rod Abrams Funeral Home

1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, ON, L0G 1W0

Thursday March 24, 2022

11am

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  1. Melissa Sullivan says

    March 28, 2022 at 6:41 pm

    My condolences to his family. He was a much welcomed regular at the Tottenham Tim’s. We looked forward to seeing him everyday.

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  2. Todd walkem says

    March 28, 2022 at 12:13 pm

    Sorry to hear of AB’s passing he was great man he will be missed greatly

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  3. Bonnie and Ken Pratt says

    March 27, 2022 at 12:01 pm

    Sorry to learn of Ab’s passing. He was such a cheerful, friendly person who treated everybody with a big smile and sparkling eyes. He thought the world of you gals and we know you thought the same of hi,. He and your mother are united again in Heaven.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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  4. Susie Robinson says

    March 24, 2022 at 10:05 pm

    Sorry for your loss.Your dad was great man ..Sincere Condolences..

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  5. Cheryl Lyon says

    March 24, 2022 at 5:58 pm

    Dear Dianne, Jenn and Family
    So very sorry for your loss
    Ab was a great Man, many happy memories of him from Shoppers and Tim’s
    Rest In Peace❤️❤️

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  6. Roger and Diane Reynolds says

    March 24, 2022 at 5:43 pm

    To the Sweeney family, our thoughts and condolences are with you all at this time. Ab was a terrific person who always had a smile and a friendly word and will be missed. Roger and Diane Reynolds

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  7. Joanne, Pete and family says

    March 24, 2022 at 7:00 am

    To Dianne and the entire family. We are sorry for your loss. He will be missed by everyone. However his smile will live on for ever. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

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  8. Kelsey & Justin Sweeney says

    March 23, 2022 at 3:47 pm

    So sorry for the loss of Uncle Ab. Sending love to the whole family !

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  9. The Kowalinski Family says

    March 23, 2022 at 1:24 pm

    Dear Dianne, Brenda, Marie, Alberta and families….we are thinking about you all and sending our sincere condolences. Ab was one of a kind! We have so many great memories of him…he would drive by and stop in a for a chat and a joke and was always in great spirits. Our boys knew him as “Popa” too as he always told them to come see him at Halloween and spoiled them with treats. He had such amazing stories and was so fiercely proud of his children, grandchildren and his great grandchildren! He was so welcoming to his home and there was always a smile and a wave when we saw him on the porch or on the lawn tractor. He loved a good prank and we can’t forget the purple stuffed pig on the lawn story. Still makes me laugh so much to this day. He was a character and lived life to the fullest. We are sending you our deepest, hugs and strength today and in the days ahead. Ab may you rest easy dear friend and please give Helen a hug and kiss from us all.
    Love the Kowalinski family

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  10. Rhonda Frankland says

    March 22, 2022 at 7:52 pm

    My deepest condolences
    To all of Ab’s Family and friends He will be greatly missed by all.

    Rhonda Frankland

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  11. Glena says

    March 22, 2022 at 6:45 pm

    Glena
    So sorry to hear about Abs passing. He was a lovely man. Always had a great smile and conversation at the store. Rest in peace.

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  12. Bob and Penny Mitchell says

    March 22, 2022 at 5:44 pm

    Alicia, Matt and Ben
    We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Bob and Penny

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  13. Jim Alexiou says

    March 22, 2022 at 5:31 pm

    Our deepest condolences to the family. Rest in peace Ab.

    The Alexiou family.

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  14. John & Elizabeth Morris says

    March 22, 2022 at 5:07 pm

    So sad to hear of Ab’s passing. He was a good neighbour – always ready to give a helping hand, with a smile and a sense of humour. We will miss him.

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  15. Jennifer Hong says

    March 22, 2022 at 4:50 pm

    Condolences to Jen, Brian and the Sweeney family. Your Papa always lit up the store whenever he dropped in to say hello. Rest In Peace.
    John and Jennifer Hong

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  16. Brent Walkem says

    March 22, 2022 at 4:33 pm

    Our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Ab, he is such a sweet man. Rest In Peace.
    Brent, Lori, Taylor, and Sydney Walkem

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  17. The Joyce Family says

    March 22, 2022 at 2:39 pm

    Sad to loss a good friend who readily shared his stories, jokes, smiles, and his family with us. Rest In Peace Ab your earthy journey is over and you are now with the love of your life Helen.
    Maureen and Ralph Joyce

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  18. Judith Burkitt says

    March 22, 2022 at 12:59 pm

    To the entire Sweeney family,
    So sorry to hear about Ab’s death. Many wonderful memories spring up of the mens’ old timers hockey and every time I was in Beeton I seemed to meet up with Ab. He always has a word of welcome and a great laugh. He will be greatly missed.
    Judi

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  19. Penny-Jane Beck says

    March 22, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    We are sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. I have many fond memories of him from the time I spent in your home while we were growing up.
    Penny and Jim Beck

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  20. Robert (Bob) and Linda Boak says

    March 22, 2022 at 8:59 am

    Bob and Linda

    We would like to send our condolences to the Sweeney Family

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  21. marc ronan says

    March 22, 2022 at 7:45 am

    Sincere condolence’s from the Ronan family . Ab was a good guy

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  22. Heather Clark says

    March 22, 2022 at 7:06 am

    So sorry to hear of Ab’s passing, my condolences to the family

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  23. Brian Cave says

    March 22, 2022 at 6:58 am

    So sorry to hear of Ab’s passing. My Condolences to all the family, Ab was always good for big smile and a big hello.

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  24. Tanya Horan-Saulnier says

    March 22, 2022 at 3:18 am

    I am so very sorry to hear of Uncle Ab’s passing. He was always good to me. He was a kind, caring man with a heart of gold.. I know he is with Aunt Helen and hugging Alan. He will be missed greatly. To Dianne, Brenda, Marie and Alberta sending you my love and prayers always.

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  25. Bob & Pat Jackson says

    March 21, 2022 at 9:50 pm

    To all of AB’s loved ones. Please accept our sincere condolences.
    Ab was one of those people who always had a smile & a kind word.
    Rest In Peace

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  26. Kathy Crane says

    March 21, 2022 at 9:36 pm

    Diane and family, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  27. Brenda Ferguson says

    March 21, 2022 at 9:34 pm

    He was the sweetest funniest man I ever met from the time I moved here and served him when I was 15 for years. He alsys had a good joke, sat with the guys for coffee a laugh and infectious smile. I can still here him.

    Rest easy Ab you are one of a kind.
    God bless

    Condolences to his Family and all who knew him❤️

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  28. Mike and Lynne Madaleno says

    March 21, 2022 at 7:54 pm

    Condolences to all,Ab was a great guy

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  29. Jason Baguley says

    March 21, 2022 at 7:22 pm

    The Sweeney Family

    So sorry to hear of your loss.Ab was a such a great person,full of jokes,laughter and always smiling.

    Jason Baguley and family

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  30. Dave & Sue Jevons says

    March 21, 2022 at 7:15 pm

    We are truly sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. He was a lovely man and will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
    Sincerely, Dave & Sue Jevons

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  31. Donna degiusti says

    March 21, 2022 at 7:07 pm

    My deepest condolences to the family. We use to have coffee and laugh.
    Was very lovely man.

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  32. Nita Shaw says

    March 21, 2022 at 6:42 pm

    My condolences to all my cousins who have loss their father, grandfather n great poppa. It’s a sad day when Ab passed away. His smiling face and that voice, will be greatly missed.

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  33. Orsi Kathy says

    March 21, 2022 at 6:16 pm

    Rest In Peace Dad your first family son Kenneth Allen Sweeney ,grandson Kenneth Jr. Seeeney. Daughter Katherine Elizabeth Sweeney Orsi, Grandaughter Jessica Lyn Orsi,Great Grandaughter Rose Walsh, Grandson Justin Lawrence orsi, great grandson Kyler Joseph Orsi. We will see you again. Love All of Us.

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  34. Hal & Madelyn Rutledge says

    March 21, 2022 at 4:52 pm

    Dear Dianne, Brenda, Marie, Alberta and all the family
    Please accept our sincere condolences. Ab will truly be missed in the community. He was an absolute joy to be around, always smiling & enjoying life. Our thoughts and prayers are with all his beloved family.

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  35. Barbara and David Bricknell and Family says

    March 21, 2022 at 4:48 pm

    Dianne, Brenda, Marie, Alberta and Families:
    I’m sorry to hear of Uncle Ab’s passing. Our thoughts are with you.
    Barb, David and Family

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  36. Jim & Gail Gould says

    March 21, 2022 at 4:45 pm

    Sending our sincere condolences to Ab’s Family at this very sad time. Jim & Gail Gould

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  37. Sharon Allinson says

    March 21, 2022 at 4:24 pm

    Condolences to the family, so sorry for your loss. Ab was a great guy.

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  38. Donna Knapp says

    March 21, 2022 at 4:14 pm

    To the Sweeney family,
    My sincere sympathy on the loss of this wonderful man. I did not know Ab except as someone in the community who always took time to stop to say hello with a huge smile and a warm personality.

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  39. Susan Jevons says

    March 21, 2022 at 3:37 pm

    I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. He will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    Sincerely, Sue & Dave Jevons

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  40. Amanda Ranby says

    March 21, 2022 at 2:37 pm

    My condolences to the family at this difficult time

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  41. Sharlene Webber says

    March 21, 2022 at 1:56 pm

    Sending Condolences to all the family, I’m so sorry for your great loss.

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  42. Ginny Cathcart says

    March 21, 2022 at 1:51 pm

    Dear Marie and family, so very sorry for your loss. Holding you in my prayers at this very sad time.

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  43. Melissa Scriver says

    March 21, 2022 at 1:32 pm

    Such sad news, anytime he came into Tim Hortons he would brighten up everyone’s day. May he Rest In Peace

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  44. Sheri Sallows says

    March 21, 2022 at 1:26 pm

    What a lovely picture of a lovely guy!! Always a big smile and a hello! He will be missed!
    Thinking of all of you who loved this kind man!

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  45. Robert MATTHEWS says

    March 21, 2022 at 1:22 pm

    Gail and I want to extend our deepest sympathy to the entire Sweeney family. Ab was such a fine gentleman and we will miss waving at him on his front porch as we drive by. May you RIP Ab

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  46. Heidi Kreiner-Ley says

    March 21, 2022 at 1:21 pm

    Dear Alberta, Diane, Brenda, Marie and extended families

    I have known Ab for over 15 years and in those times he has always been a smiling, caring and friendly man, who enjoyed is friends and family with all his heart. His sweet “Blue” sitting on the front lawn with Ab on the front porch would be a joyous site whenever I drove by or wandered over for a visit. He will be dearly missed by his neighbours and friends. May the memories of your Father; Grandfather and Great Grandfather always bring you smiles. He would want it that way. He is always with you, for a father’s love has no bounds and is eternal! My deepest condolences,
    Heidi Kreiner-Ley

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  47. Penny Woodward says

    March 21, 2022 at 12:15 pm

    Condolences to the family.

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  48. Clareece Potts says

    March 21, 2022 at 12:14 pm

    Sorry to hear of your father’s passing.
    Sincerely, Clareece

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  49. Richard and Robin Norcross says

    March 21, 2022 at 11:45 am

    Such a great man who will be sadly missed. Always enjoyed our time together and the great laughs. So very sorry for the entire family.

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  50. Renee Kiss says

    March 21, 2022 at 11:12 am

    My condolence to the Entire Family. Remember & share all the good times. Xo

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