Donnie Sweet, age 76, of Cincinnati, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2020, in Cincinnati, Ohio.   He was born December 29, 1943, in Somerset, Kentucky to James Dewey and Girtie Dick. He was employed as a heavy equipment mechanic. He loved country music and his favorite country singers were Johnny Cash, Hank William, Jr., and Charlie Pride.

He is preceded in death my his devoted wife Rosemary Sweet, a daughter, Della Riley; his parents, James Dewey Sweet and Girtie Dick; five siblings, Silas Sweet, Willis Sweet, Velvey Earley and Maveen Stringer.

Donnie is survived by his children, Kevin Gannon, Donnie Ray Sweet, Darrin (Alicia) Sweet, Debbie (Blaine) Barrett, Dewey (Melissa) Sweet, Diana Sweet, and Dale Sweet; two siblings, Zelma and Dannie Sweet; 13 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and many dear friends.

Visitation is from 5:00 pm until 6:00 pm, on  Thursday, September 3, 2020, at the Walker Funeral Home - Mt. Healthy, 7272 Hamilton Avenue , Mt. Healthy  (45231).   The funeral service will immediately follow the visitation beginning at 6:00 pm. Everyone attending must wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Everyone attending must wear a mask and practice social distancing.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Sweet Cemetery Fund.

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Walker Funeral Home, 7272 Hamilton Avenue, Mt. Healthy (45231)  is honored to serve the  Sweet family.  Please call (513) 251-6200 or visit www.WalkerFuneralHome.com for additional information.