2/6/2025
Eugene F. “Gene” Sweigart, Jr., 62, of Lancaster, passed away Thursday, February 6, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Lillian R. (Lowery) Sweigart and the late Eugene F. Sweigart, Sr. He was the husband of Melissa (Muffitt) Sweigart.
In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by: his step-children, Wayne Stevenson, Brittany (Stevenson) Schreck, Chelsea (Stevenson) Karpinski, Chandler Horn; 5 step-grandchildren; his siblings, Linda married to Jeff Smoker, Lynn Chipps, Gordon Sweigart fiancé of Karen Kaufmann; nieces and nephews, Justin, Kelsey, Eugene, and Griffin.
Always a character, he was known for his lively spirit and being a kid at heart. Gene loved his wife and family. He loved children, was a huge animal lover, and enjoyed spending time at the beach. Gene was a self-employed painter for many years.
Funeral services will be held at the Furman Home for Funerals, 59 W. Main St., Leola on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025 at 3 pm. A viewing be from 2 pm to 3 pm at the funeral home on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Furman Home for Funerals to defray funeral costs.