In loving memory of Gary McSweeney, who passed away on January 11, 2025, at the age of 81.
He was the beloved husband of Margaret McSweeney (nee Wiggins) and a proud father to his sons, Chris and Brett (Lisa). Gary was also a devoted grandfather to Cooper and Lily. He is survived by his brothers Eric McSweeney (Lynn) and Marshall McSweeney (Wanda), as well as his sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, and nephews, all of whom will miss him dearly.
Gary was predeceased by his son Andrew, his parents Daniel and Josephine McSweeney, and his brothers Glenn and Gerald. His legacy of warmth, kindness, and good humor will be cherished by everyone who knew him.
A tribute to Gary’s life reads: “Gary certainly qualified as a dignitary of the blacktop, never wearing out his welcome or his smile, despite having crossed Canada more times than he could count over the past quarter century.”
Visitation will take place at Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 214 King Ave E, Newcastle, ON, on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at noon.
