John Darren Sweeney

John "Darren" Sweeney, 58, of Chillicothe, passed away on September 05, 2026 in Peoria, IL. He was born on January 07, 1968 to John "Jack" R. Sweeney and Thomasina (Davis) Sweeney in Peoria, IL.

He is survived by his step-children, whom he referred to as his children, Andrew (Courtney) Kinney of Springfield, IL; Hannah Kinney of Monmouth, IL; and Hallie Kinney of Monmouth, IL; grandchildren, Isabelle, Grayson, Sienna, Sirena, Draya, Shai, and Rome; half-siblings, Tim Williams of Pinedale, WY; Tammy Lauber of Chillicothe, IL; and Robin Sievert of Chillicothe, IL. He also had many nieces and nephews as well as many great-nieces and great-nephews and other extended family.

Darren loved golfing, boating, and was an avid sports fan, especially football, as he played college football during his time at Monmouth College. He spent many years working for the Union Pacific Rail Road and loved any activity that allowed him to be outdoors. Darren never knew stranger and he was helpful to all his family and friends. He had a big heart and a fun-loving personality, which will be missed by many.

A graveside memorial will be held at Chillicothe Cemetery on September 18 at 1:00pm with a luncheon to follow at the American Legion in Chillicothe.