Marianne Sweet

October 14, 1943 - February 10, 2014

Marianne Sweet, age 70, went home to the arms of our Lord on February 10, 2014. She was holding her beloved’s hand with her family by her side. She was born October 14, 1943 in Holleischen, Czechoslovakia to Josef and Marie Manlik. She married the love of her life, LeRoy, on December 21, 1962 in Erlangen, Germany. She grew up in Germany, met LeRoy on a blind date and they began their journey of 50+ years together, eventually settling in Utah because of its alpine-like beauty. While living in Germany Marianne worked as an instructor helping to acclimate new American soldiers to the local customs, traditions and German language. In Utah, she joined Harmon’s Grocery Company in 1977, working as a checker, supervisor and scanning coordinator, until her retirement in 1999. She enjoyed visiting the various sites around Utah, watching her children and grandchildren participate in sports, and working in her garden. She also loved quilting, knitting and needlepoint and had a heart for others, giving of her time and resources when needed. Marianne knew how to work and play equally. Her laugh was always infectious! She is survived by her husband LeRoy; daughters Angie (Brian) Grandbouche, Connie Bain, son Rodney (Kristin) Sweet; grandchildren Josh, Aaron and Aubrey Grandbouche; Dani and Jamie Bain and Jessika, Samantha, Hayden and Keira Sweet. She now joins her father (Josef), mother (Marie) and sister (Anni) who preceded her in death. A celebration of her life will be held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 8575 S. 700 E., Sandy, UT, 1100 AM, Sat. Feb. 22.