Obituary

JOHN KENNETH (JACK) SWEET
January 22, 1954 – January 11, 2016

It is with great sadness that the family of the late Jack Sweet announces his sudden passing at his residence in McDougall's on Monday January 11, 2016 at the age of 61 years. Jack was predeceased by his father Kenneth Sweet, step father Clyde Buttery and father in law Harvey Parsons. Leaving to mourn with many precious memories his loving wife Brenda (nee Parsons) of 41 years. A proud father, grandfather and great grandfather Jack will forever remain in the hearts of his children Wendy (Jay) Gillam Port aux Basques, Anthony Sweet (Linda) Lloydminister Sask. Grandchildren; Jacqueline (Richard), Matthew, Austin, Emma, Alaina, Ty, and great grandson Alexander. Jack will also be sadly missed by his mother Winifred Buttery Port aux Basques. Brothers and sisters; Matthew (Bernice) Sweet Margaree, David (Katherine) Sweet Bishop's Falls NL, Robin (John) Doyle Port aux Basques, Tammy (Tom) Chambers Blue Cove NL. Jack will be also be fondly remembered by his mother in law Susie Parsons Port aux Basques, brothers and sisters in law; Brian (Tracy) Parsons Port aux Basques, Bob (Melita) Parsons Lower Sackville NS, Harriet (Bob) Bragg Port aux Basques, Delores (Ralph) Drake Belloram NL, Annie (Jerry) Cape Ele NB, Jason (Tracy) Parsons St. John's NL and a large circle of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and many wonderful friends. Visitation will take place on Thursday from 7-9 pm and on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at East Haven Funeral Home Inc. Funeral services took place on Saturday January 16, 2 pm at St. Paul's Anglican Church, Grand Bay, officiated by Rev. Steven Maki, interment followed at St. James Anglican Cemetery, Barachois Hill. Flowers graciously accepted or donations in Jack's memory can be made to his family. Funeral arrangements were in the care of East Haven Funeral Home Inc., Port aux Basques, 695-2300. www.easthavenfuneralhome.com

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