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Lowell Thomas Sweat, Sr.
Lowell Thomas Sweat, Sr., 88, of Madison Heights, Virginia, went to be with his Lord on October 20, 2021. He was the husband of Linda Keene Sweat for 64 years.
He was born July 10, 1933, in Riverview, Florida, a son of the late Loyce David Sweat and the late Margaret Killion Sweat Alderman.
Lowell, a native Floridian, was a man of many interests including aviation, sports, travel, and church ministry. He served as a deacon for many years at First Baptist Church, Ruskin, Florida, where he also drove a church bus, led the music, and served wherever he was needed. After moving to Virginia, Lowell became a member of Thomas Road Baptist Church, where his favorite job became driving sports teams and musical groups for Liberty University. After leaving LU, Lowell was a long-distance truck driver for Englander Transport. At the time of his death, he was a faithful member of Temple Baptist Church, Madison Heights, Virginia.
In addition to his wife Linda, he is survived by his children, Ginger Alice Sweat; Lowell Thomas Sweat, Jr., and his wife Tracy; and Marty Lyle Sweat and his wife Stephanie; grandchildren Spencer Coleman Sweat and his wife Caitlin, Luke Thomas Sweat, and Levi Thomas Sweat.; siblings Karen Sweat Driskell, Mike Alderman, Dell Alderman Murdock, and Steve Alderman.
He was preceded in death by his parents as well as his siblings Delma Sweat Tatom and Lyle David Sweat.
A funeral service will be held at Temple Baptist Church, Madison Heights, on Monday October 25, 2021, at 1:00 p.m., with Pastor Steve Esterline officiating. Interment will follow at Briarwood Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
The family would like to thank Vanessa Calloway of Visiting Angels and the many caregivers from Centra Hospice for their excellent care during Lowell’s final days.
Memorial donations in Lowell’s honor may be made to Temple Christian School, Scholarship Program, P.O. Box 970, Madison Heights, VA 24572.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Madison Heights is assisting the family.
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Linda and family I am so sorry for your loss. Knowing where he is makes it much easier. We all grew up together went to school together but life took us in other directions. We still love and pray for each other. My prayers are with you for peace and comfort.
Posted by Helen Rhodes on October 26, 2021
Our hearts are definitely with you in the loss of Lowell. We have so many great memories with the Sweat family over the years. I can almost hear him singing the Lords prayer at our wedding right now and Linda playing the organ. To all of the family we say, We love you and you’ve planted some good soil in all of our lives. See you soon Lowell! Love, Mike & Dee Ragan
Posted by Ragan Dee on October 25, 2021
So sorry to hear about Lowell. Thoughts, love and prayers to all of you. We know we will see everyone again in Heaven. But I know too that doesn't make us miss them anymore now even though Praise the Lord they are in no more pain. Love ❤️ you guys!
Posted by Newberry Peggy on October 24, 2021
I am so very sorry for your loss. What a wonderful man and true example to his family. I know your hearts are heavy but also know that he is enjoying his new home. Prayers for you and I love all you wonderful people.
Posted by Melinda McLamb on October 24, 2021
Our prayers are with your family during this time of heartache. Remember, Jesus can heal the broken hearted. The Gospel is our comfort and eternal assurance. God bless your family. Pastor Walter H. Yancey
Posted by Walter Yancey on October 24, 2021
My deepest condolences to you, your family, and all that loved and respected him.
Posted by Matt Wolfe on October 23, 2021
My deepest condolences to you, your family, and all that loved and respected him.
Posted by Matt Wolfe on October 23, 2021
I am so sorry for this great loss of a wonderful man! My thoughts and prayers for comfort are with my precious Sweat family during these difficult days. I have such treasured memories of Lowell T., and love you all so much! We will see Lowell T. again, and I can’t wait!
Posted by Bruce Edie on October 23, 2021
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