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Craig Sweetman - R.I.P.

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By Peter Purfield
Jul 20, 2025 - 4:44:07 PM

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At the Brendan Campbell Memorial race in Donore today, we heard the shocking news that, Craig Sweetman long time member of the Stamullen R.C. passed away during the night.

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Craig Sweetman 1972-2025
Craig had been at the Peter Bidwell Memorial only 24 hours earlier. A couple of weeks ago Craig celebrated with his son Toby who had won a stage of the Junior Tour.

Craig was such a likeable guy and a superb rider, he was still racing and a regular at events. His son Toby has followed in dad's footsteps and is very successful in the junior ranks.

The picture I posted here is Craig racing in the familiar Stamullen RC colours in 2011.

This is devastating news for the cycling community, the arrangements are below this.

My heartfelt condolences to Craig's family and friends.

May He Rest in Peace

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Some Pictures of Craig Racing over the years

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DEATH NOTICE ON RIP.IE

The death has occurred of Craig Sweetman

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Skerries, Dublin / Mornington, Meath

SWEETMAN, Craig (Skerries, Co. Dublin and Mornington. Co. Meath) - July 20th, 2025, (suddenly) at home. Late of Stamullen R.C. and Dublin Airport Police and Fire Authority. Sadly missed by his loving wife Gill, sons Toby and Tyler, parents Tony and Mona, brothers Jeff and Dale, sister Kadie, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, work colleagues and a large circle of friends especially those in the Irish Cycling Community.

May he Rest In Peace.

Reposing at his home on Wednesday (23rd July) evening from 5 - 8 p.m. Removal on Thursday (24th July) morning to St. Patrick's Church, Skerries arriving for 10 a.m. Mass followed by funeral to Dardistown Crematorium. You can view the funeral Mass live on webcam through the following link.

Webcam link: click here

Please leave your personal messages of condolence for Craig's family in the section below. Family flowers only please.

In accordance with Craig's wishes, those attending the service are encouraged to wear bright colours to celebrate his life.

Date Published: Monday 21st July 2025
Date of Death: Sunday 20th July 2025

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