Timothy Sweney, 70, passed away early Sunday morning, January 31, 2021 at his home in Connersville.
One of thirteen children of Fielding Thomas and Leota Miranda Wildridge Sweney, Tim was born in Connersville on November 6, 1950.
On July 23, 1974, Tim married the former Joann Marcum. Mrs. Sweney passed away on January 26, 2005.
Tim was employed with Sapa, formerly Indalex Aluminum Solutions and Custom Extrusions, where he served as union steward for U.A.W. Local 151. He was also employed with Connersville Paint Company and Design and Manufacturing, Inc.
Tim spent 11 years, assisted by Joann, operating Bear Creek Boy Scout Camp and was the former Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 31. In his leisure time, Tim enjoyed hunting, fishing, helping out his neighbors, going out to eat with his brother, Dennis, and spending time with all of his grandchildren.
Survivors include three children, Christopher (Tonya) Sweney of Connersville, Twila (Michael) Waters of Bristol, Tennessee, and Jeff Wells; six grandchildren, Brooklyn (Tanner) Leisure, Dakota Waters, Tyleah Waters, Matthew Waters, Danielle Waters, all of Bristol, Tennessee, and Bailey Wells; seven siblings, Dixie Hudson, Leo (Judy) Sweney, Mark (Brenda) Sweney, Robert (Donna) Sweney, Dennis Sweney, Kenneth (Vicky) Sweney, and Kathleen (Charlie) Duncan.
Besides his wife of 30 years, Joann Sweney, Tim was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, David Sweney, an infant sister, Margaret; two half-brothers, Donald and Chester, and two half-sisters, Mary and Betty.
Family and friends may call from 11:00 until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 4, 2021 at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home. Pastor Chris Lovett will officiate. Burial will follow in Village Creek Cemetery.
Online condolences may be made anytime at millermosterrobbins.com.