Obituary of Richard Sweeney

Richard Sweeney, 73, of Palm Bay FL (formerly of West Hartford CT) husband of Nancy B. MacLachlan Sweeney died on Sunday, March 8, 2020 at William Childs Hospice House, Palm Bay FL. Richard was born in Hartford, CT on December 15, 1946 and was the only child of the late John F. Sweeney and Marion F. (Conlin) Sweeney. He was raised in Harford CT, attended St. Joseph Cathedral and Hartford Public High School. He graduated from the University of Connecticut in 1968 and was a member of the Delta Chi Fraternity. Richard worked for the Travelers Insurance Company for 42 years, retiring as a Vice President of Major Case Property Claims in August 2012. A car enthusiast, he enjoyed NASCAR, UCONN football and traveling. In addition to his loving wife Nancy, he is survived by his daughter Meg K. Sweeney and Robert Crowther of Milford, CT, and his son, John D. Sweeney of Wallingford CT. His five grandchildren, Grandson Collin P. Nodden; and Granddaughters Alayna, Julia, Hannah and Jameson Sweeney who were his pride and joy. He also leaves behind his brother-in law William and his wife Debbie MacLachlan of East Orleans MA and Boynton Beach FL. His former wife, Charlotte Sweeney of Wallingford CT, a dear friend Lucy Hallowell of Enfield CT and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the nursing staff at William Childs Hospice House and Palm Bay Hospital. There will be call hours at Wallingford Funeral Home Wallingford, CT on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Fidelco Guide Dogs https://fidelco.org/ways-to-give/donate/; William Childs Hospice House https://hf.org/ways_to_help/donate.cfm or a charity of your choice.