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John Leahy Obituary

LEAHY, John J. of Reading Oct 1. Beloved Husband of Jill ( Aubee ) Leahy of Reading Loving Father of Stephen Leahy of Winchester, Thomas Leahy of York Maine, Michael Leahy of Boston The late Gina Leahy and Sean Leahy Devoted Brother of Francis Leahy of Medford, Kevin Leahy, of York Maine, and the late Donald Leahy. Cherished Grandfather of Sarah, Bridget, Mary, Julia, Isabel, Mathew and Jack. Also Survived by Several Nieces and Nephews. John was a Graduate of Boston University Class of 1961 and a Graduate of Mass School of Law. Funeral From the Gaffey Funeral Home, 43 High St. Medford Square MEDFORD on Saturday at 9:00 am. Funeral Mass In Saint Raphael's Church Medford at 10:00 am. Relatives and Friends Invited Visiting hours Friday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm. In Lieu of Flowers donations in John's name may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation 220 North Main St. Suite 104 Natick 01780

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 2, 2008.

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bonnie wolstromer

October 8, 2008

Steve- I was deeply saddened to learn that your dad had passed away. Seek comfort in the many, many, cherished memories he provided you and your loving family. With Sympathy~ Bonnie and Jim Wolstromer

Dennis Leahy

October 4, 2008

To Jill, Steven, Tom and Michael I offer my condolence for your loss and truly wish we could be there to offer our support. I'm taking great comfort in knowing that Jack, my father Don and their father are now able to argue politics and solve the world's problems together once again, while our Nana hovers in the background rolling her eyes!

Dennis, Sheila, Katie and Conor Leahy

Judy Buckley

October 3, 2008

The news of Jack's passing has filled my heart with sadness. Jack and my late husband, Buck, shared a special bond. We always enjoyed his visits. May all your wonderful memories of him help to sustain you.

Judy Buckley

Ronnie Shelley

October 3, 2008

Jill, please accept my heartfelt sympathies at the loss of your dear husband. I am so sorry to learn of his passing. I hope the memories of your happy years together provide you strength at this sad time. Please call me for help when you return to work. I'm here for you.

John Murphy

October 3, 2008

To the entire family,

My sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad.

John "Jack" Murphy (Patty's brother)

The Staff of Gaffey Funeral Home

October 2, 2008

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