Robert J. "Bob" Sweeney, 96, of Haverhill, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at Holy Family Hospital in Haverhill.

Bob was born on January 5, 1919 in Haverhill, the son of the late Daniel H. and Marion C. (Brindle) Sweeney. He was raised in Haverhill and graduated from St. James High School. He had attended Merrimack College. He served his country during WWII in the European Theater as a Master Sergeant and was honorably discharged.

While on a brief leave during WWII, Bob asked for his wife's hand in marriage and two days later they were married. Following a one day honeymoon, he returned back to the European war effort. Bob and Angeline's love was everlasting ...70 Plus years. Bob loved dining and dancing and a good party. He was an avid Patriots fan. Everything for Bob was about his family and his community. During his life, he was active in the local Democratic Party, the Boy Scouts of America, the Men of Merrimac, St. Vincent de Paul Society and various other organizations. Bob worked as a senior manager for over 40 years at Western Electric in No. Andover, MA.

Bob is survived by his spouse of 71 years, Angeline M. (DeRoche) Sweeney of Haverhill, MA. His daughters; Carol A. Sweeney of Lawrence, MA and Gayle M. Chatlosh and husband, Brian of Concord, MA. His sons; Daniel H. Sweeney of Annisquam, MA, Steven M. Sweeney of Greenwich, CT and Dennis J. Sweeney and wife, Deborah of Salem, NH. His grandchildren; Daniel J. Sweeney and wife, Lisa, Sean M. Sweeney and wife, Heather, Kris R. Chatlosh and friend, Morgan Hardy and Kelsey M. Chatlosh. His great-grandchildren; Ryder and Ethan Sweeney. Bob was predeceased by his sister and two brothers, as well as numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Donations may be made in his name to Penacook Place, 150 Water Street, Haverhill, MA 01830

Family and friends are invited to attend Mr. Sweeney's Life Celebration on Saturday, April 18, 2015 from 10 AM - 12 PM at Berube-Comeau Funeral Home, 47 Broadway, Haverhill, MA 01832. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 12:30 PM at All Saints Church in Haverhill. Burial will take place at a later date.