John J. Gliwa  "Sweeney" on July 27, 2021 at the age of 81. Beloved husband, father and grandfather. Survived by his wife of 53 years, Judy (nee McHale); son Matthew (Melissa), daughter Amanda Broderick (Matthew); grandchildren Abigail, Alexandra, Ashley and Roman Gliwa; Madeline, Ella, and Shane Broderick. Also survived by 9 sisters and 1 brother. John was a retired member 50 plus years of Steamfitters Local 420. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Monday Eve 6:00-9:00 PM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114 and also Tuesday morning at Christ the King Church, 3252 Chesterfield Rd. Phila., PA 19114 from 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM followed by his Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.