George R. Sweeney

"South Hadley, George R. Sweeny, 81, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 13, with his loving wife Dolores by his side. Born in Springfield, Ma on October 3, 1928 he was the son of Dennis and Selina (Bordeaux) Sweeney. He resided in Chicopee for most of his life before relocating to South Hadley in 1994. George worked at U.S. Envelope in Enfield for 30 years. He and his wife enjoyed traveling to Ireland and most especially their trip to Rome where they met Pope John Paul II. George will be remembered for as a very kind, generous and gentle man. He will be deeply missed by his wife of 59 years, Dolores (White) along with his loving caregivers and friends, Marie Bledzka and her husband Leszek Bledski. Dolores wishes to express her gratitude to all of the people who helped them through George’s illness. Funeral services will be on Monday, May 17 at 10:30 a.m. at Beers and Story South Hadley Funeral Home, 646 Newton St. Burial will follow in Notre Dame Cemetery. Calling Hours will be on Sunday from 3:00 –5:00 p.m. Donations in George’s memory may be made to Baystate VNA & Hospice, 50 Maple St., Springfield, MA 01102 or to a charity of one’s choice. "