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Richard Earl Sweeney
December 7th, 1927 - April 4th, 2025
Rev. Richard Earl Sweeney (1927-2025)
Richard Earl Sweeney was born on December 7, 1927 in Macomb, IL to Dewey and Carmenlita Sweeney. After graduating from Eureka College with a B.S. in American History, Richard went to the College of the Bible, now Lexington Theological Seminary, in Lexington, KY, where he met his future wife, Alice Marie Wendling. They were married on September 23, 1952.
After graduating from seminary with his B.Div. later changed to an M.Div, Richard went on to pastor churches within the Disciples of Christ in Anaconda, MT, Red Oak, IA, Iowa Falls, IA, Canon City, CO, Benton, IL, Carrollton, OH, and Cambridge, OH. Upon retirement, Richard and Alice moved to Springfield, OR where they became active members of Northwood Christian Church.
Richard was preceded in death by Alice, who died in 2020, and daughter Linda Maureen Sweeney, who passed away in 2023. He is survived by son, Michael Sweeney, daughter-in-law Linda Gayle Sweeney, son Dale Sweeney, daughter-in-law Phyllis Sweeney, grandsons Christopher, Ryan, and Dominic Sweeney, and great-grandson Arthur Sweeney.
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Making final arrangements for a loved one feels overwhelming. Knowing that you have a trusted and compassionate partner makes the process easier. At Springfield Memorial Funeral Home, we continue our 60-year legacy of care with a range of services, including our cremation facility and Lane County's largest cemetery, Springfield Memorial Gardens. We offer personalized options and accommodations that respect all faiths and traditions, with multiple chapels, private visitation rooms, and multicultural tributes. Since 1963, Springfield families have entrusted our caring professionals with convenient and affordable end-of-life arrangements. At Springfield Memorial Funeral Home, we understand the importance of providing compassionate care tailored to each family's wishes....
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