Abbotsford News, November 25, 2015

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RON SWEENEY PASSES AT 90

‘He loved his community. He loved Abbotsford.’ Vikki HOPES Abbotsford News

Former long-time Abbotsford teacher and dedicated community supporter Ron Sweeney passed away peacefully on Saturday at the age of 90. Sweeney’s son Ron Jr. said his dad had been hospitalized with pneumonia for about six weeks leading up to his death. Sweeney is survived by his wife of 65 years, Mary; their four sons, three daughters and their spouses; 29

grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. Ron Jr. said his dad was well-respected in the community, and many will remember him for his moral character, strong religious faith, sense of humour, and devotion to family. Sweeney’s list of career and volunteer accomplishments is long, but he didn’t get involved for the accolades. “He loved his community. He love-

NO APPEAL IN COURT CASE A3 Supreme Court decision on homeless case won’t be appealed by either side

REVIEW AFTER COW SHOT A3 Police department to review Sunday’s shooting of runaway animal

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Mary and Ron Sweeney are shown with former Abbotsford South MLA John van Dongen in 2012 at the opening of the Sweeney Neighbourhood Centre at Abbotsford senior secondary. File photo

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