Virginia Beach – Geoffrey Lynwood “Geoff” Sweeney, 59, passed away with family at his side on September 30, 2015. He was born on May 10, 1956, in Hagerstown, MD.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 26 years, Pia Aragon Sweeney and his son, Jacob Geoffrey “Jake” Sweeney; his parents Herman and Charity Sweeney; his sister Cheryl Raleigh & her husband Michael, his brother Kevin Sweeney & wife Olha Palych, and his niece, Kathryn Emelia Sweeney. Also sharing in grief are Geoff’s father and mother-in-law Ernesto & Justina Aragon; sisters-in-law Andrea Aragon & husband Martin Meichsner, Isabel Aragon and Lydia Lavendia; his brother-in-law Victor Aragon with nephew Elias Aragon and niece Lyra Aragon.
Geoff grew up in Hagerstown, Maryland where he attended St. Mary’s School and St. Maria Goretti High School, graduating from St. Mary’s College with a degree in Business. He loved nature, especially mountains and delighted in taking his family on long walks. He was passionate about classic cars and antique tractors and was a loyal fan of the Green Bay Packers. Geoff was a history buff and an avid reader and researcher, whether it was about diesel engines, civil war events or companies in the Nasdaq 500. At the time of his passing, he was a stock trader, managed a real property business and restored antique tractors. A devoted husband and father, he loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed the simple things in life like bonfires, a cold beer, or conversations with old friends. Geoff was a kind, funny and graceful man… loving and beloved by family and friends.
A Mass of the Resurrection will be held on Saturday, October 10th at 11:00 in Church of the Ascension, 4853 Princess Anne Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. Interment will be at the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, Emmitsburg, MD in November.
Geoff loved trees. In lieu of flowers, a tree may be planted in his memory. Memorial donations may also be made to the American Heart Association. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.altmeyerfh.com
Geoffrey Lynwood Sweeney
May 10, 1956 - September 30, 2015
05/10/1956 - 09/30/2015
Past Services
Visitation
Saturday October 10, 2015
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Church of the Ascension Catholic Church
4853 Princess Anne Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
757-495-1886 | Directions
4853 Princess Anne Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
757-495-1886 | Directions
Service
Saturday October 10, 2015
11:00 am
Church of the Ascension Catholic Church
4853 Princess Anne Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
757-495-1886 | Directions
4853 Princess Anne Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
757-495-1886 | Directions
Additional Information:
Mass of the Resurrection
Fr. Daniel Malingumu
Cemetery
Additional Information:
November 2015
Memorial
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In lieu of flowers, memorial donations
may be made to:
American Heart Association
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plant a tree in Geoff’s memory
Words can not express my sadness. May the comfort of God help you through this difficult time. May he give you strength and guide you through. Love & prayers Necole
To: Pia, Jake, Mom II, Cheryl and Michael, Kevin and Olha
I will always treasure my memories of spending Christmas Eves with you and Geoff. May God grant you the courage to continue to live in anticipation of seeing his bright light shining once again in the mystery that awaits us all.
Pia and family.. My heartfelt sympathy to you .. Wishing you the comforts of your memories and his infectious smile to relieve some of your sadness . I know I will forever remember Geoff and his sense of humor and kindness … Prayers and Big hugs … With love and heavy heart … JoAnne
Geoff was such a delightful man to know. I really felt like our friendship was growing, and that we would be spending more time together in the future. I am so sorry that we did not have more fun days enjoying good beer, the outdoors, and a friendship that ended too soon. I promise to Geoff that we will be good friends to Pia and Jake, and that we will always be there for her
Pia and Jake, please accept our most heartfelt condolence on the loss of Geoff. Our thoughts and prayers are with you..
Pia, I am so sorry to hear about your sudden loss. We will continue to pray for you and Jake. I am honored that I got to meet Geoffrey when you guys visited Manila. May he rest in peace. / Chito, Kim, Senna and Erin Bustamante
Pia and family. Please accept our sincere condolences. We know that Geoff is in good hands right now with our Creator
Pia and family please accept our sincere condolences . we know that Geoff is in good hands now with our Creator.
Dear Cheryl,
So sorry to learn of your brother’s death. Am praying for your family at this sad time.
Dear Pia and Jake,
A warm embrace to you both from across the seas, and my deepest condolences on the passing of Geoff, loving husband and father. May he rest in peace.