Welcome to Beacon of Honor Dedication Site
for U.S. Army (Retired) Lietenant Colonel Edward J. Sweeney Jr.'s
at Poppy's Memorial Flagpole
This site's 'Inspirational Story from Our Flag'
about the life of Poppy / Eddie / Uncle Ed / Dad
about the life of Poppy / Eddie / Uncle Ed / Dad
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You led life to its FULLEST - full of honor, humility, humor and an unwavering dedication to your country, family, God, friends and co-workers. And lest we forget, you also taught us to CELEBRATE! - to cherish life's little and big feats by raising and toasting with a cold one! Thanks for being a great example to follow. We look forward to following in your footsteps all the way to Heaven and one day, again raising a cold one to CELEBRATE our reunion.
Public Service Career:
Public Service Career Highlights
-Service to Country and Community-
... Service to Country (1967 - 1987) ...
20-year U.S. Army Retired Lieutenant Colonel with Aviation and Corps of Engineer specialties
Vietnam War Veteran (1969-70)
Silver Star for Valor recipient
?? Air Medals
... Service to Community (1989? - 2008) ...
?-year Director of School Maintenance for Charlotte-Mecklenberg School System
?-year Director of School Maintenance for Union County School System
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