David E. Sweet

David E. Sweet, 82, of Crystal Lake, passed away on March 17, 2025.

Born in Chicago to Charles and Helen (nee Kohlhaas) Sweet on June 1, 1942, David graduated from St. Benedict’s High School in 1960 and proudly served in the U.S. Army. He built a career in the insurance industry, working in Chicago, Dallas, and Schaumburg.

In 1968, he married Karen Johnson at Tabor Lutheran Church in Chicago, and together they shared 56 years of love and adventure. David was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who always put his family first.

A lifelong Bears and White Sox fan, David never missed a chance to cheer on his favorite Chicago teams. He was social, fun-loving, and always up for a good time. Whether he was vacationing with family, telling a joke with friends, or “just ordering pizza” for any occasion, he made life more enjoyable for those around him.

David was deeply involved in his community, including spending over 44 years as an active member of Bethany Lutheran Church. He volunteered in charitable organizations including the Hoffman Estates Jaycees, Crystal Lake Food Pantry, PADS, as well as served as a local election judge. He believed in helping others and always led with kindness.

He is survived by his loving wife, Karen; daughter, Kristin (John) White; daughter-in-law, Heather Sweet; grandchildren, Taylor, Kendall, and Charles; sister, Janet; sister-in-law Karla (Ron); nephews and niece, Tom, Keith, Ryan, and Katie. He was preceded in death by his parents; stepsiblings, Keith and Doris Ann; and his beloved son, Scott.

Donations in his memory may be sent to Bethany Lutheran Church in Crystal Lake.

Visitation will be held Monday, March 24, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 419 E. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, March 25, at 10:30 a.m., with visitation at 9:30 a.m., at Bethany Lutheran Church, 76 W. Crystal Lake Ave., Crystal Lake. Burial will follow at Windridge Memorial Park, Cary.