Thomas J Sweeney III

Thomas J. Sweeney III 69 of East Hampton, beloved husband and best friend of Ann  (Saling) Sweeney passed away at Yale New Haven Hospital on Jan. 13, 2024 after struggling with cancer.  He was the son of the late Thomas J. Jr. and Agnes (Deeley) Sweeney.  Tom received his BA and Master in Business at Central CT State College. Tom was the former owner of Nelson Precision Drilling of Glastonbury for 30 years along with his late brother Barry Sweeney.  He loved golf and was a long-time member of the Quarry Ridge Men's Club.  He also served as the president of the men's club at Quarry Ridge in Portland, CT.  Tom was also an active member of the East Hampton Marlborough Rotary Club and the Rotary Foundation committee..  He served as president of the club and was also the beloved Santa for the club's annual breakfast with Santa.  Besides his loving wife Ann, Tom is survived by his sister Dr. Elaine Sweeney of Vernon, Darlene (Ray) Solomson of South Windsor, Doreen (Jim) Anderson of Ellington, and Deirdre (Bryan) Palmer of East Hartford. He also leaves his brothers Brian (Valerie) Sweeney of Vernon and Terrence Sweeney also of Vernon.  He also leaves many loving nieces and nephews as well.  He was such a kind and caring soul and was loved by many.  Friends may call at the Spencer Funeral Home 112 Main St. East Hampton on Thursday January 18th from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM.  A funeral liturgy will be celebrated on Friday January 19 at 11:00 at St. Patrick's Church also in East Hampton.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Red Mckinney Scholarship c/o East Hampton Rotary Club Foundation, P.O. Box 358 East Hampton, CT  06424. To leave online condolences please visit www.spencerfuneralhomeinc.com.                                       

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