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John Fennell Obituary

GRANVILLE John F. Fennell, age 73, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2007, at the Indian River Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Facility in Granville. John was born on Jan. 17, 1935, in Bradford, Pa., the son of Thomas and Margaret (O'Connor) Fennell. Most recently John sold cars for Ringer's Car Sales in Hudson Falls, N.Y. In his spare time, John enjoyed fishing. In addition to his parents, John was predeceased by a son, Jack Fennell. John is survived by his wife of 51 years, Patricia (Tamer) Fennell; a son, Patrick Fennell, a daughter, Peggy Fennell, a brother, Thomas Fennell and his wife Peg, all of Granville; and two sisters, Norma Alviti and her husband, Jack, of Bradford, Pa., and Mary Fennell of Florida. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, 23 Bulkley, Ave., Granville on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2007, at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Thomas Zelker presiding. Following the Mass, and in keeping with John's wishes, he will be cremated. Friends may call on Tuesday, Oct. 23 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Robert M. King Funeral Home, 23 Church St., Granville, N.Y. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, Ill. 60601-7633 in John's memory.

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Published by Post-Star on Oct. 23, 2007.

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christi jensen

November 9, 2007

Pat, Patrick & Peggy,

I am so sorry to hear about John. I love you all so much and wish I could be there to hug each of you. I know how much he loved you all and how proud he was of his family. I have such great memories of him and it won't be the same without him. I love you and miss you all and am sending a proper card. I just wanted to let you know I'm thinking of you. All my love, Cousin Chrissy

Carrie & Charlie Reed

October 23, 2007

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Lorraine Troy

October 23, 2007

Pat: My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Tami Clark

October 23, 2007

I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories bring you peace in this most difficult time.

Dan & Kris Morris

October 23, 2007

Please accept our sympathy in the loss of John.

Crystal Ringer

October 23, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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