Mount Vernon, Washington
John Forest Sweeney
1945 — 2024
John Forest Sweeney, 78, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2024, in Mount Vernon, WA. He was born on February 26, 1945, in Alexandria, LA to John and Mary Sweeney. John graduated from Bolton High School, Alexandria LA before receiving an associate's degree from Leeward Community College, Pearl City, Hawaii. He then attended and got his bachelor's degree from St Martin's College, Lacey, WA. John enlisted in the United States Navy on March 21, 1966, and was commissioned Ensign LDO 1977. John served his country proudly and enjoyed a long career in the Navy until he retired in 1990. His service took him all over the world and he was stationed in many places including USS Dalgreen,...