Joshua R. Sweeney, 31, of 22 Walnut Street, Manchester, NH died at his residence on March 19, 2003. He was born in Pittsburg, PA on March 11, 1972, the son of the late Mary Patricia (Sweeney) Sharaf. He resided most of his life in Portland, ME before moving to Manchester five years ago. He was a talented musician, and played guitar and drums with several local bands. He enjoyed swimming, basketball and computers. Family membes include his son, Joshua Joseph Sweeney of Manchester, NH; a sister, Mary Lee Blackburn of S. Portland, ME; his uncle Kevin Seeeney of S. Portland, ME and one cousin, Luke Sweeney of S. Portland, ME. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, March 28 at 11:00 in Sacred Heart Church, Portland, ME. Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Manchester, NH is in charge of arrangements. To view an on-line memorial, get directions, send flowers or send a condolence, please go to www.phaneuf.net.