Flag Lowering for Mary Sweaney
The UNO flag will be lowered on Wednesday, Jan. 17, in memory of retiree Mary Sweaney.
- published: 2024/01/16
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The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) flag will be lowered on Wednesday, Jan. 17, in memory of Mary Sweaney, who recently passed away at the age of 73.
Mary started her career at UNO on Nov. 29, 1976, and retired from her role as an Employment Specialist on July 1, 2014.
She is survived by her husband Patrick J. Sweaney; sister, Virginia and husband, Olan Knight; daughter, Elizabeth and husband, Clint Bailey; grandchildren, Olivia, Kai, and Adrian; stepson, Ian Sweaney and wife, Katy; grandchildren, Layla, Evelynn, Jake, Kadan, Zeke, and Riker.
A memorial service was held on Dec. 19, 2023 at Barrett’s Castle.
The thoughts and condolences of the university community are with Mary’s loved ones during this time.