Kristina "Krissy" (Hakey) Sweny

Kristina "Krissy" Harkey Sweny, formerly Kristina Harkey, passed away on August 16, 2024, in Houston, Texas, at the age of 46.  Born on September 1, 1977, in Salisbury, NC., She was a beloved figure in her community and cherished by her family and friends.

Krissy is survived by her loving husband, Jeffrey Sweny, and their two children, Logan and Mackenzie Sweny. She also leaves behind her sister, Stacy Kepley and her husband Jason; brother, Jeff Harkey and his wife Wendy; and several nieces and nephews, including Jordan and Hunter Harkey, and Alex Hampton with her spouse Joe, as well as Megan and Jason Kepley, Jr.

Krissy was preceded in death by her parents, Edward (Eddie) Lee Harkey and Wanda Burton Harkey, as well as her father-in-law, Michael Dean Sweny, grandparents, Sadie Elizabeth and J.W. Burton, and nephew, Jameson Lee Harkey.

Known for her love of the beach and enthusiasm for travel, Krissy often spent quality time on coastal retreats with her family and enjoyed social gatherings with her neighbors. Her life was a testament to the joy of connecting with nature and community.

A private memorial service will be held on the beach in Galveston on Thursday, August 22, 2024, honoring her love for the ocean and her spirit of adventure.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Turtle Island Restoration Project, Sea Turtle Conservancy, or the American Cancer Society. These organizations reflect her passion for marine life conservation and her courageous fight against cancer. Links for donations can be found at the respective websites: https://seaturtles.org/, https://conserveturtles.org/, and https://www.cancer.org/.

Krissy's legacy will be cherished, and she will be profoundly missed by all who knew her.

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