Marion Monroe

Sweeney

Marion Monroe "Monty" Sweeney son of Marion Lester Sweeney and the late Virginia Mae Hiney Sweeney was born in Dayton, Ohio, on May 22, 1947. He departed this life at his residence in Ellington, Missouri, on September 3, 2007, having attained the age of 60 years, three months and 12 days.

On May 23, 1970 at Florissant, Missouri, Monty was united in marriage to Diane Brooks to this loving union two daughters were born. Monty was a veteran of the United States Air Force having served from 1968 to 1972. His hobbies included fishing, spending time on the water, hunting (black powder), spending time with family and friends and making them happy.

Monty was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Sweeney.

Monty is survived by his father, Marion Lester Sweeney of Ellington, his wife, Diane Sweeney of Ellington, two daughters, Michelle Couthren and husband Ronnie of Ellington, Lori Sweeney and boyfriend, Brian of Springfield, Missouri, and four grandchildren, Amanda, J.D., Raquel and Bradley all of Ellington. Monty will be sadly missed by his family and many friends who will mourn his passing.

Visitation: Tues. 5 to 8 P.M.
Funeral Services were held at McSpadden Funeral Home
Wednesday September 5, 2007 at 11:00 A.M.
Minister: Geraldine Rains Burial: Ellington Memorial Cemetery
Pallbearers: Rob Kula, Marion Sweeney,
Arrangements by McSpadden Funeral Homes, Inc. Ellington, Missouri