Marilyn Sweeney
March 24, 2019
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Marilyn L. Sweeney, 89, passed away on March 24, 2019. She was born March 2, 1930 in Des Moines to Sidney and Lucille (Wycoff) Taylor.
Marilyn was a devoted farm wife and mother. After raising her family, she went on to be a small business owner. She was an avid bridge player, and member of Altoona UMC and P.E.O.
She is survived by her children, Michael (Roni) Sweeney, David (Annette) Sweeney, John (Teri) Sweeney, and Sandra (James) Frost; grandchildren, Jon (Kayla) Sweeney, Jennifer (Alexandre) Gelbard, James (Rachel) Sweeney, Joseph Sweeney, Austin (Elizabeth) Sweeney, Taylor (Hannah) Sweeney, Matthew Frost, and Allison Frost; great-grandchildren, Hadley and Rees Sweeney; as well as a host of other family and beloved friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James; granddaughter, Megan Frost; and brothers, Donald, Harold and Charles Taylor.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Caring Hands Outreach Center, 201 9th St. NE, Altoona, IA 50009 or Taylor House Hospice, 3401 E. Douglas Ave., Des Moines, IA 50317.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 30, 2019, at Altoona United Methodist Church, 602 5th Avenue SW, with burial at Rising Sun Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church one hour prior to service time.
Online condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Kim (Day) Norris
04/08/2019
To the Sweeney and Frost Families,
I am so sorry to hear the news of your mother's passing. I just saw her last summer for the first time in 38 years and I could not believe she looked and acted exactly the same as when we were all in high school. We were so excited to see each other, we talked for a long time. She showed me her home, came down to see my dad, and called Sandy so I could talk to her. She was amazing! I am really glad I was able to visit with her again after all these years. One thing that gives me joy is knowing she had a full, wonderful life dedicated to her family and friends. I will keep our great memories of growing up and hanging out at your house close to my heart forever. Please know that my thoughts are with you and your families.
Love,
Kim (Day) Norris
RITA TERHUNE
04/05/2019
MIKE,JOHN,SANDRA&DAVE-MY VERY DEEPEST SYMPATHY - she was a really dear friend and like a sister to me. Got your messages but didn't have any way to get a message back to you. My prayers and thoughts are with you .Love you, Rita & Frank
Rebecca T Sterbick
03/30/2019
Our prayers and heartfelt sorrow go out to Mike and Roni and all of the Sweeney family. We know how much you will miss your lovely mother and grandmother. Larry and I, and all of the Young family will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. (Becky Young Sterbick) and Larry Sterbick.
Vikki Haning Herbold
03/28/2019
Our hearts are quite simply, broken. Your Mom was such a Godsend to us when our Mom, Pat Haning moved into Prairie Vista next door to her. She instantly befriended her and showed her the ropes for transitioning to independent living. More importantly, she became a dear friend and confidante! I believe there was more than one glass of wine shared from time to time! We are grateful for her presence in our lives and we will miss her grace and humor! She was a lovely woman.
Sharon Kirkpatrick
03/28/2019
My prayers for comfort go out to all of Marilyn's family. I will miss her laugh, quick wit and her ability to find humor in any situation. She will be missed at the bridge tables! God Bless you Marilyn
patrick huston
03/28/2019
John, Teri and family. So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers with you.
Diane Walker McClannahan
03/27/2019
I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers of comfort for your family at this very difficult time. Hugs to you all.