Biography:
Catherine C. Sweeney, 81, of Littlestown, died Wed, Aug 10, at The Brethren Home, New Oxford. She was the wife of John L. Sweeney, Sr. of Littlestown for 57 years. Born Oct 27, 1934 in Hanover, she was the daughter of the late Mervin & Rebecca (Eline) Weaver. Catherine along with her husband were the former owners of J.C. Cleaners of Gettysburg.
Surviving in addition to her husband are her son, John L. Sweeney, Jr. of Hanover; her 4 daughters: Teresa M. Carroll of Hanover; Audrey V. Hawk & husband, Bob, of Littlestown; Peggy Sue Shope & husband, Stephen, of Gardners; Barbara K. Loncar & husband, Jeff, of Littlestown; her 14 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, a great great granddaughter; her brother Donald Weaver of Hanover and her sister Eileen “Sue” Rager of Dover. Catherine was predeceased by her daughter, Cheryl Sweeney Painter; her 2 brothers, Earl & Leo Weaver and her sister, Mary Leister.
Catherine was a member of Christ UCC, Littlestown; a lifetime member of Ladies Aux of Littlestown VFW and a member of Gettysburg Moose. She enjoyed baking, sewing, dancing, traveling and spending time with her family.
Viewing is Sunday, Aug 14, from 6 – 8 P.M. at Little’s Funeral Home, Littlestown. Funeral Service is Monday at 11 A.M. at Christ UCC with The Rev. Craig Arentz officiating. Interment is in the church cemetery. Contributions in Catherine’s name may be sent to her church @ 131 Christ Church Rd., Littlestown, PA 17340. Online condolences may be shared on www.littlesfh.com
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