Passed away with family at his side at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Tuesday, August 1st, 2023 at age 90. Frank Sweet was born in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario on September 10th, 1932 to parents Ernest and Stella Sweet. He is predeceased by his beloved wife Marylyn (nee Lafranchise). Also predeceased by his brothers, Lloyd (Evelyn), Ralph (Helen), and Willard and his sister Mary. He is lovingly remembered by his two children Frank (Christine) and Tracy. Cherished grandfather of Morgan and Kira Copeland; Alicia, Kayleigh, and Griffin Sweet. Proud great-grandfather to Peyton and Kieran. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews.
Frank and Marylyn met March 1954 at a YMCA dance. Marylyn knew immediately that Frank was the one and the feeling was mutual. They married October 23rd, 1954, as soon as Marylyn turned 19. Frank had a long, proud, career in the Canadian Armed Forces joining in 1950. He was posted to many locations including Lahr in Germany and Sardinia in Italy. He retired from his final post at National Defence Headquarters in 1996.
A special thank you to the caring staff at The Queensway Carleton Hospital and The Ottawa Civic Hospital.
Cremation has already taken place.
A celebration of life will be held at Barrhaven Fellowship Church, 3058 Jockvale Road, Nepean, Ontario at 1 PM on Monday, September 4th, 2023. In memory of Frank, donations to the Ottawa Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.
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Evelyn Sweet
He was always a gentleman, and always so kind he will be surely missed by all who knew him. Condolences to his immediate family. Frank& Tracy Lynn and families.
Gord Pyle
I met Frank, when I was in Lahr and talked occasionally to him, when he was in Ottawa…great guy and a great tradesman..He will be truly missed by all those he touched. Rest in peace old friend.
Tammy Hopkins
My deepest condolences to Frank & Tracy, your Dad was always a kind and gentle man to me and I loved talking with him. I hope it brings you comfort he’s with your Mom once again. Sending you both and the family all our love 💕
Neil Kelly
When my Dad, former Sgt. Patrick Kelly, died in 2019, a distinguished gentleman, neatly attired in his Legion blazer, approached me at the visitation. He introduced himself as Frank Sweet and mentioned he had worked with Dad at (I believe)Downsview air base in the 1960's. He was most complimentary about his workmate and said how sad he was to find out that Dad had been living in Ottawa since 1968 and he himself had been unaware. Mr. Sweet attended the funeral the next day as well and I shall forever remember his kindness. My sincere condolences to Mr. Sweet's loved ones. The two lads must have had some fun catching up over the past few months in the great air base beyond the clouds.
Tracy, Morgan and Kira
Sorry for your loss. Hugs and condolences to you during this very difficult time❤️