With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of William (Will) Eugene Sweatt on April 10th, 2026, at the age of 35. William was born in Mecklenburg County and lived a life in Richmond County, marked by compassion, strength, and deep devotion to his family and friends.

After being diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer, William fought with unwavering courage and grace. He spent a lot of his time riding motorcycles, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his closest friends Stanley Gould, Ryan Miller, Logan Harrison, and Kalon Bates. He was a volunteer firefighter in Morven and He was known for his kindness, and commitment to others.

He is the son of (Mother)Donna Blue, and (Father) Gary Richardson, (grandparents) Larry and Virginia White and special bonus mother Ann Locklear.

He was proceeded in death by stepfather Mitchell Blue, and his biological Father Robert Sweatt, grandparents Lee and Mildred Sweatt & Harry and Barbara Richardson.

He was also a cherished Brother to seven siblings Amanda Brown (Brandon) Bobby Sweatt, Savannah Herrick (Michael), Jennifer Bingham (Michael), Samantha Smith, Robert Sweatt Jr., Kenzleigh Sweatt. Nieces Kylee Witwer, Zoey Bingham, Avery Honey, Ava McDowell. Nephews Jaden Richardson and Brody Dorsey.

William touched the lives of everyone who had the honor of knowing him. His selflessness, warmth, and generous spirit will be remembered forever. He leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and compassion that lives on in all of us.

Services to honor William's life with his family and friends will be held on Sunday 19th at 3pm at Outreach for Jesus, 440 Battley Dairy Rd., Hamlet NC 28345.

Online condolences may be made by visiting www.nelsonfuneralservice.com.  Nelson Funeral Service is serving the family. 

Local Florist:  

Hillside Florist: 910-997-4028, 216 E. Franklin St., Rockingham, NC  28379

Boe's Florist:  910-895-3139, 167 Entwistle 3rd Street, Rockingham, NC 28379

Priscilla's Florist:  910-895-5642, 1032 B E. Washington Street, Rockingham, NC  28379