John Hamilton McEvoy Jr.

1942 - 2015

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Brown Colonial Mortuary

204 West 17th Street

Santa Ana, California

John McEvoy Obituary

John (son of the late John & Aileen McEvoy) was born in Taft, CA on Sept. 23, 1942, and passed away in Irvine, CA on Oct. 4, 2015. John attended Dominguez Seminary in Compton for his high school years. Proceeded to Claretville for 4 years studying Philosophy. Attended Catholic University of America for Theological Studies, and obtained his Masters Degree in Business Administration from the University of Notre Dame. John's early professional days were spent with Catholic Youth Organization in Phoenix. He started his 30 year career with the U.S. Department of Justice in the Drug Enforcement Administration, Western Region, and retired as Administrative Officer, U.S. Attorney's Office, Central District of California. He is survived by his family who loved him more than words can say, his beloved sister Katie McEvoy-Hein, brother-in-law Jeff Hein, nephew Jeffrey (& wife Julie), nieces Meghan and Bridget, & Bergin Cousins of Abbeyleix, Ireland. This lifelong ardent Notre Dame booster was equally proud of his Irish heritage and nickname "Uncle Wacky." John's charisma, kindness & humor are already greatly missed by his many friends. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00 PM Thursday, Oct. 8th at Brown Colonial Mortuary with a vigil service at 7:00 PM in the mortuary chapel. The Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:00 AM Friday, Oct. 9th at Holy Family Cathedral, Orange. Burial to immediately follow at Calvary Cemetery, Los Angeles with reception hosted afterwards in Orange County.

Published by Los Angeles Times on Oct. 8, 2015.
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i was in seminary with john for ten years. he was the first among us to reach 200 lbs' but he wore it well, and undoubtedly contributed to his bellowing voice and laugh being heard a football length away. john allowed none of us to take ourselves too seriously, but his jabs were friendly and, i hasten to say, loving. he'd blush to hear it, but he was a sweet guy.

james curran

October 2, 2021

My condolences to John's Family. John and I worked together at the U.S. Attorney's Office during the period 1981-1987 coordinating the activities of the Civil and Criminal Divisions. After 25 plus years, I still remember John's smile and his thoughtfulness.

Laura Murphy

October 10, 2015

Having known John begin in the early 1950s in Alhambra, CA...then at DelAmo/Dominguez seminary, he contributed to positive memories of my life. I am so sorry to hear of his passing, but will keep him in my prayers.

John Loggins

October 9, 2015

My deepest condolences to the family. John and I were fellow Claretians at Claretville during the 1960's. His memories will remain in our hearts forever. Vivat Christus. Gabriel Perez , Honolulu, Hawaii.

October 9, 2015

john is fondly remembered by his colleagues among the claretian missionaries, those who taught and mentored him and those who studied with him through his seminary years. a man without pretense, his humor effusive. - rev. james e curran, claretian missionary

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8

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Brown Colonial Mortuary

204 West 17th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706

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8

Vigil

7:00 p.m.

Brown Colonial Mortuary

204 West 17th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706

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9

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Holy Family Cathedral

Orange, CA

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9

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Calvary Cemetery

Los Angeles, CA

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204 West 17th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706

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