Dr. Kevin Sweeney, 66, was born in Tiffin, Ohio. He graduated from Tiffin Columbian High School where he lettered in football and track. He was a self-taught guitarist and played in several bands during his high school years. After high school he obtained his private pilot's license and became an air traffic controller at Spirit of St. Louis airport. After several years, he returned to Tiffin to take over the 3rd generation jewelry store (Comstock's Jewelry) and attained his Gemological and Diamond Setting Certifications. At age 42, he returned to school and attained his Chiropractic Doctorate diploma from Life Chiropractic College in Marietta, Ga. He furthered his studies obtaining his certification in non-surgical disc decompression and digital motion X-ray, vidionystagmography testing and balance platform assessment. He practiced for 20 years and had offices in both Sandusky and Toledo, Ohio.
His greatest love was snow skiing. After retiring he spent time following his passion as a part time ski instructor at Snow Trails in Mansfield. He became a member of the Professional Ski Instructors of America which he took very seriously and was proud to have achieved his skiing level designation. His second love was the water. He owned numerous boats over the years that enabled him to enjoy Lake Erie. True to his form of constantly wanting to improve himself he attained his U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Certification.
Kevin also enjoyed being outdoors and nature. His project to obtain his Eagle Scout rank, which is the highest designation of the Boy Scout's, revolved around this passion. Hiking and riding his bike were other interests that brought Kevin great pleasure.
Preceded in death by parents, Robert and Marjorie Sweeney. Kevin is survived by his sister Maureen Bland, brother-in-law Rod Bland nephews Mitchell (Margie) Bland and Austin (Jamie) Bland and 1 great nephew (Cormick) and 2 great nieces (Sydney and Quinn).
The family would like to thank the excellent doctors and nurses at The OSU James Cancer Hospital who cared for Kevin during his illness. Additionally the family wants to thank the many friends that gave him so much love and support during the last several years.
A celebration of life open house will be held at the residence of his sister at 7480 Cheshire Rd., Galena, Ohio 43021 on Sunday, Sept. 25th from 3 until 6 p.m.
Those wishing to offer memorials in Kevin's name are asked to consider the Humane Society of Delaware County 4920 St. Rt. 37E. Delaware, Ohio 43015.
Arrangements entrusted to Ohio Cremation & Memorial Society.
His greatest love was snow skiing. After retiring he spent time following his passion as a part time ski instructor at Snow Trails in Mansfield. He became a member of the Professional Ski Instructors of America which he took very seriously and was proud to have achieved his skiing level designation. His second love was the water. He owned numerous boats over the years that enabled him to enjoy Lake Erie. True to his form of constantly wanting to improve himself he attained his U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Certification.
Kevin also enjoyed being outdoors and nature. His project to obtain his Eagle Scout rank, which is the highest designation of the Boy Scout's, revolved around this passion. Hiking and riding his bike were other interests that brought Kevin great pleasure.
Preceded in death by parents, Robert and Marjorie Sweeney. Kevin is survived by his sister Maureen Bland, brother-in-law Rod Bland nephews Mitchell (Margie) Bland and Austin (Jamie) Bland and 1 great nephew (Cormick) and 2 great nieces (Sydney and Quinn).
The family would like to thank the excellent doctors and nurses at The OSU James Cancer Hospital who cared for Kevin during his illness. Additionally the family wants to thank the many friends that gave him so much love and support during the last several years.
A celebration of life open house will be held at the residence of his sister at 7480 Cheshire Rd., Galena, Ohio 43021 on Sunday, Sept. 25th from 3 until 6 p.m.
Those wishing to offer memorials in Kevin's name are asked to consider the Humane Society of Delaware County 4920 St. Rt. 37E. Delaware, Ohio 43015.
Arrangements entrusted to Ohio Cremation & Memorial Society.
Dr. Kevin Sweeney, 66, was born in Tiffin, Ohio. He graduated from Tiffin Columbian High School where he lettered in football and track. He was a self-taught guitarist and played in several bands during his high school years. After high school he obtained his private pilot's license and became an air traffic controller at Spirit of St. Louis airport. After several years, he returned to Tiffin to take over the 3rd generation jewelry store (Comstock's Jewelry) and attained his Gemological and Diamond Setting Certifications. At age 42, he returned to school and attained his Chiropractic Doctorate diploma from Life Chiropractic College in Marietta, Ga. He furthered his studies obtaining his certification in non-surgical disc decompression and digital motion X-ray, vidionystagmography testing and balance platform assessment. He practiced for 20 years and had offices in both Sandusky and Toledo, Ohio.
His greatest love was snow skiing. After retiring he spent time following his passion as a part time ski instructor at Snow Trails in Mansfield. He became a member of the Professional Ski Instructors of America which he took very seriously and was proud to have achieved his skiing level designation. His second love was the water. He owned numerous boats over the years that enabled him to enjoy Lake Erie. True to his form of constantly wanting to improve himself he attained his U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Certification.
Kevin also enjoyed being outdoors and nature. His project to obtain his Eagle Scout rank, which is the highest designation of the Boy Scout's, revolved around this passion. Hiking and riding his bike were other interests that brought Kevin great pleasure.
Preceded in death by parents, Robert and Marjorie Sweeney. Kevin is survived by his sister Maureen Bland, brother-in-law Rod Bland nephews Mitchell (Margie) Bland and Austin (Jamie) Bland and 1 great nephew (Cormick) and 2 great nieces (Sydney and Quinn).
The family would like to thank the excellent doctors and nurses at The OSU James Cancer Hospital who cared for Kevin during his illness. Additionally the family wants to thank the many friends that gave him so much love and support during the last several years.
A celebration of life open house will be held at the residence of his sister at 7480 Cheshire Rd., Galena, Ohio 43021 on Sunday, Sept. 25th from 3 until 6 p.m.
Those wishing to offer memorials in Kevin's name are asked to consider the Humane Society of Delaware County 4920 St. Rt. 37E. Delaware, Ohio 43015.
Arrangements entrusted to Ohio Cremation & Memorial Society.
His greatest love was snow skiing. After retiring he spent time following his passion as a part time ski instructor at Snow Trails in Mansfield. He became a member of the Professional Ski Instructors of America which he took very seriously and was proud to have achieved his skiing level designation. His second love was the water. He owned numerous boats over the years that enabled him to enjoy Lake Erie. True to his form of constantly wanting to improve himself he attained his U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Certification.
Kevin also enjoyed being outdoors and nature. His project to obtain his Eagle Scout rank, which is the highest designation of the Boy Scout's, revolved around this passion. Hiking and riding his bike were other interests that brought Kevin great pleasure.
Preceded in death by parents, Robert and Marjorie Sweeney. Kevin is survived by his sister Maureen Bland, brother-in-law Rod Bland nephews Mitchell (Margie) Bland and Austin (Jamie) Bland and 1 great nephew (Cormick) and 2 great nieces (Sydney and Quinn).
The family would like to thank the excellent doctors and nurses at The OSU James Cancer Hospital who cared for Kevin during his illness. Additionally the family wants to thank the many friends that gave him so much love and support during the last several years.
A celebration of life open house will be held at the residence of his sister at 7480 Cheshire Rd., Galena, Ohio 43021 on Sunday, Sept. 25th from 3 until 6 p.m.
Those wishing to offer memorials in Kevin's name are asked to consider the Humane Society of Delaware County 4920 St. Rt. 37E. Delaware, Ohio 43015.
Arrangements entrusted to Ohio Cremation & Memorial Society.
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