John "Desert Rat" Sweetman

[Phantom Driver]

Hunters (208), Phantoms (43; 19, 228 OCU) , Cathay Pacific. One of the great "get 'em in the wheel wells" men. No desk job for him. Always ready with a funny quip . Made his last take-off yesterday.

Far too soon.

He will be missed.

[Minnie Burner]

Friday 27th Jan at 12:30
Bournemouth Crematorium

[Steve the Pirate]

I didn't know John in the RAF but I remember him well from Cathay. Not only a true gentleman but a gentle man. Condolences to his family.

STP

[1.3VStall]

Was at Coningsby with him '75-'76 and had a few beers with him whilst passing through Honkers many years later. Nice guy! RIP

[Dominator2]

A very sad loss. John had an outstanding enthusiasm for aviation. He was also very gifted instructor and QWI. Does anyone remember his “Goliath the Phantom Pilot” act. One of the funniest things you could see.
I also viewed some pictures of John in Hunter days at about 3 feet off the ground at 450+ kts!
Farewell dear friend

[sharpend]

Met him at Brawdy but not sure I flew with him. RIP John & blue skies.

[Phantom Driver]

On final approach in to the crematorium , played at end of ceremonies , John's requested farewell song - "Another one bites the dust " by Queen . Sense of humour right to the end .

[Arfur Dent]

Lots of old boys there from the RAF and Cathay. Great turnout and that Queen song at the end ......... Priceless.
Nice one John - pure class. RIP Mate.
Condolences and love for the future to Jenny and the family.