Jeremy Allen Sweat, 42, of Blackshear, passed away early Friday morning, February 13, 2026, at Memorial Satilla Health in Waycross.
Born September 22, 1983, in Tampa, Florida, he was the son of James Allen Sweat and the late Kathy Freeman Varnadore. He lived most of his life in Pierce County and was a 2002 graduate of Pierce County High School. From middle school through graduation, he was an active member of the band program and proudly marched all four years with the “Sound of Silver” marching band, contributing to several award-winning performances.
He was exceptionally talented in music. He found joy in creative expression and had a deep appreciation for the arts, often spending his spare time creating acrylic paintings and exploring new artistic ideas. In 2012, he graduated from Waycross College with a degree in mathematics, a field that reflected both his intelligence and his analytical mind.
Above all else, he loved his family. He cherished every moment spent together, especially with his nieces and nephews, who brought him immeasurable pride and happiness.
To many, he was affectionately known as “Bubby.” He wasn’t just “Bubby” to his family; he was “Bubby” to friends and to the children who adored him, a name that perfectly reflected the warmth, humor, and love he gave so freely. His presence was steady, creative and full of heart, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Sonny Freeman and Joyce Cox, and his paternal grandparents,
Osborne Sweat and Shirley Montgomery.
Survivors include his father, James Allen “Jimmy” Sweat, Blackshear; two sisters, Kristin Sweat (husband, Jamie), Blackshear and Kasey Sweat, Waycross; his stepfather, Tim Varnadore, Waycross; nieces and nephews, Seth Hunt, Zane Cason, Blakeli Rentz and Kilee Sweat and several aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives.
A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, from the Destination Church near Blackshear.
Sympathy may be expressed by signing online at www.hartfh.com.
Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear was in charge of arrangements.
