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John F. "Jack" McHale Sr.

John McHale Obituary

Of Pembroke, Aug. 21, husband of Ruth (Moyer) McHale. Father of John F. McHale, Jr. of Medway, Timothy P. McHale of Douglas, Daniel J. McHale of Halifax, and Jeffrey S. McHale of Pembroke. Brother of Margaret Miller of NY and the late William McHale. Also survived by 8 Grandchildren. Funeral Mass Saturday at 9AM in Our Lady of the Lake Church, 575 Monponsett St., Rte. 58, Halifax. Interment in Pembroke Center Cemetery. Visiting hours on Friday from 4:30 to 8PM in the Sullivan Funeral Home, 2 Maquan St., corner of Rtes. 14 & 58, HANSON. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Box 9376, Framingham, MA 01701-9376. Marine Corps Veteran. For a complete obituary, online guest book and directions visit www.sullivan funeralhome.com. Sullivan Funeral Homes 781-293-2020 Family Owned Since 1897

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Published by Boston Globe on Aug. 23, 2007.

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Graham Chevry

August 24, 2007

Dear Jeff & Family,

I wanted to let you know my thoughts and prayers are with you during this emotional time. Mr McHale was a great man and I will always have fond memories of him.

Jay and deana moreschi

August 24, 2007

Dear Jeff and family,
We only heard all the funny stories and about how stong of a man your Father was. His fight is over and he is in a better place now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family this entire week.
Stay strong,
Deana and Jay Moreschi

Moi Tsang

August 23, 2007

Dear Jeff and Family,

My heart goes out to you and your family during this sad and and difficult time. Your Dad was an amazing man, with a huge heart and spirit to match. We are so sorry to hear of his passing, your family will be in our prayers. My heart is with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Moi and Dave

marie riley

August 23, 2007

dear ruth,
so sorry to hear of jack's passing.
my sympathy to you and all your family. my prayers are with you at this sorrowful time

Mike Casey

August 23, 2007

Mr. McHale,
Sir, I didn't know you, but as a fellow Marine, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USMC. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!
Mike Casey USMC '85-'89

Terry Scott

August 22, 2007

Dear Jeff and Family
We were so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. We hope you find comfort in the memories of the Dad he was to you and your brothers and the Grandfather he was to your daughter. Please accept our heartfelt condolences in this difficult time for you, your Mom and your family.
Sincerely, John and Terry Scott

B etty Balkind

August 22, 2007

Ruth, please accept my heartfelt condolences. Unfortunately, I will be in Newburyport Friday, Saturday and Sunday. I am so sorry for your loss. I called Kris and Marie.

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