82, of St. Louis County passed away peacefully on February 14, 2022. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Darline (Reil) Sweeney; four children jeff, Curtis (Susan), Kathy (Steve) Holt, and Renee (Todd) Ganley; and six grandchildren Dylan, Jenna, Savanna, Caleb, Drew, and Abby. He was preceded in death by his parents Orville and Ruth Sweeney, Linda Heiney, and James Holt.
He was born in Festus, but spent most of his life in St. Louis, Missouri. Growing up, his family lived near Soulard where all of the cousins went to school together. They would spend the weekends together back on the farm. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, stock cars, and taught ballroom dance because he loved to dance. He was in the Army and got to travel across Europe while serving. He started his own business, J & S Auto Parts and Salvage Inc. He enjoyed old western shows, being outside, and spending time with his wife and family.
SERVICES: Visitation at Kutis Affton Chapel 10151 Gravois Road on Thursday, February 17, 10:00 a.m. until funeral service at 12:00 noon. Interment Sunset Cemetery.
Kathy my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. It sounds like your father lived a very happy and fulfilled life. One day you will see him again, until that day you will have cherished memories.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sending love and compassion to all at this time.
Kathy,
Thinking of you and wishing you and your family comfort during this time. Sending prayers to you and your family.
Kathy,
We are truly sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Rodriguez Family
My deepest sympathy to the Sweeney Heiney family. Know you are all in our family’s prayers.
Rest In Peace John – may your memories reunite with your eternal soul in the great unknown
Kathy we are praying for you and your family during your hour of bereavement. Your dad appeared to live a full life. What a blessing. Cherish those memories and know that God will comfort you. Love you!
My condolences and prayers John was a good man I worked for him back in early 80’s he taught me a lot .