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John Michael Delehanty MCC student, worked at Mambo Grill; 20 Lowell John Michael Delehanty, 20, a resident of the Centralville section of the City, and a member of a well known Lowell family, died unexpectedly Saturday morning as a result of injuries sustained in an accidental fall. Born in Lowell, January 25, 1988, the beloved son of Carolyn M. Delehanty of Lowell and John F. Burke, III and his wife Annalisa S. Burke of Kingston, NH, he attended St. Michael Grammar School and was a graduate of Lowell High School in the Class of 2007. Currently, John was a student at Middlesex Community College. John was known to his family and friends to be fun loving, kind and good natured. He loved to skateboard and snow board in his free time and also enjoyed the opportunity to draw and appreciate art. Among his loving younger siblings and cousins, John was looked up to as someone special who was important in their lives. In addition to attending school, John worked as a chef at the Mambo Grill in Lowell. Previously, he had worked at the Outback Restaurant. Besides his parents, John is survived by his loving family of two sisters Melinda J. Burke of Newbury and Kendall R. Burke of Kingston, NH; a brother Dakota J. Burke of Kingston, NH; his maternal grandmother Donna Delehanty of Lowell; his paternal grandparents John and Joan (Crampsey) Burke, Jr. of Newbury; his step grandparents James and Donna (Thistlewood) Stefanile of Byfield; many loving aunts, uncles and cousins among them his grand aunt Elaine O'Connor of Lowell, Maureen E. Smith and her husband Christopher of Lowell, Sheila M. Delehanty and Matthew Birdsall of Amesbury, Christine L. Roberts and her husband Daniel of Pelham, NH, Thomas P. Delehanty of Phoneix, AZ, Jill M. Burke of Byfield, Gina M. Hardy and her husband Mike of Byfield, James D. Stefanile, Jr. and his wife Kristin of Newton, NH and Thomas A. Stefanile and his wife Lawrie of Auburn, NH. He was also the grandson of the late Thomas P. Delehanty, Jr.. DELEHANTY In Boston, November 1, 2008, John Michael Delehanty, 20, of Lowell. Friends may call at the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME, 276 PAWTUCKET ST. at Fletcher from 3 to 8 P.M. Wednesday. Friends are invited to his Funeral Mass Thursday morning at ST. MICHAEL CHURCH at 10 o'clock. Burial in St. Patrick Cemetery. Those wishing may make contributions in his memory to Big Brother/Big Sister of Greater Lowell, 45 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA 01852, E-condolence/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Funeral Directors John W. Crane and James F. O'Donnell, Jr. (978 or 866) 458-8768.

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Published by Lowell Sun from Nov. 4 to Nov. 5, 2008.

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M Ro

November 18, 2008

the whole office is in pain.

Robert Molloy

November 15, 2008

Dear Carolyn,
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son John. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
I'm very sorry that I was not able to attend the services.

Kelly Poindexter

November 12, 2008

Carrie & Family,
I am so for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Laura Lefebvre

November 11, 2008

Carrie I am so so sorry to hear about you losing John Micheal i still cant believe it. I havent seen him in 15 yrs but he was the cutest!!! Im sorry that i was not able to attend the services but please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.....Also know that now you have two VERY special angels watching over you

Marshanna

November 10, 2008

Carolyn,
I didn't know you but I can see by the photo the love from each of you. You must have been the best Mother to have such a wonderful fun loving son with a heart of pure gold as well.

Kylie

November 10, 2008

RIP John<3. my prayers go out to your family and i know youll shine down with your smile forever angel.

Bill Davison

November 10, 2008

You will be remembered for all the smiles and fun you brought into the lives and friends you have touched. RIP JD

Kelly

November 9, 2008

I don't know your son Carolyn but from what (everyone) says and the lovely write up in the paper he had to be right by St. Peters side at the gate for sure.
God Bless you and always recall the best of times the way he sounds like he would want you to.
You are a wonderful mother for sure.

November 7, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I didn't know John very well but he was always a kind and respectable person. His family and friends have suffered a terrible loss but he is now your guardian angel and he will always watch out for you all.

Jenny Oliveira

November 6, 2008

Melinda, John, Annalisa, Kendall, and Dakota.

I am so sorry. i cant even imagine what your going through. i love you all.

melinda if you need anything im right next door i love you cuz.


Carrie, i am deeply sorry for your loss. he was an amazing person. keep your head up!

love always jenny


rest in peace john michael. you were an amazing person and you will continue to make people smile!

Erin

November 6, 2008

Im so sorry for your loss, John was a great person and one of the nicest people I've had the pleasure to meet, my prayers are with your family

Karl Metz

November 6, 2008

I am so sorry to the family of john I worked with John at the outback and I am very saddened by the news of his death he was a great kid it was a pleasure to know him R.I.P John

C. Maria R.

November 6, 2008

Carolyn,
My prayers are with you. I can't believe this young man is gone. I just saw him the other day. But, you know that God takes the good young,. He must of been an amazing kid for God to have taken him so young. GOD NEEDED A SPECIAL ANGEL!!! and he picked John,. I can't imagine your pain right now.

melissa

November 6, 2008

i am so sorry to those who are mourning the loss of john. he was such a sweet person and will be missed by all. and to his parents, my heart go's out to you.

Anonymous

November 6, 2008

I feel there is nothing in this life that is worst than losing a child, weather they be 1 hour old or 60 years old.
You have my very deepest condolences. Heaven has gained another angel, and when you look to the sky and see that first star think of him and all the love you shared. Try to take comfort that he is in a wonderful place and he will always be with you and watching over you.

Nicole Maillet

November 5, 2008

I didn't know you very well, but enough to know that you were a great person. It was always nice to see you at family parties, even though you were just a friend. You will never be forgotten.
Love Nicole

Nancy

November 5, 2008

Carrie,
I am so sorry for your loss and as a mom can't imagine the pain you must be feeling. Although its been a long time my thoughts are with you and the family.

Michael

November 5, 2008

Caroylin,
we all love you very much and you know how much that young man loved you. You know he wants you to continue living your life to the fullest and don't hesitate to lean on anyone of us if needed.

Karen Shurtleff

November 5, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

November 5, 2008

Carrie,

I extend my deepest condolences to you for your loss of John. I hope your family and friends give you strength at this time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Deepest sympathy,

Danny McMahon

Ashley Silva

November 5, 2008

its true you never know what you have till its gone. I just keep replaying all the memories with you...and of course all I can do is smile, cause thats what you always did, made everyone smile. It's so hard to think of you not here, but I know your up there looking down on all of us. I just wish I could go back to all the times we did absolutely nothing and I still had so much fun, I'll never forget you John, you really did make an impact on people.

I miss you, I love you..
keep smiling.

Charlene Van Sooy

November 5, 2008

Dearest Carrie,
I still can't believe it's true. That beautiful, kind, loving, respectful young man can't be gone. Remember when we worked together and he was giving you such a run for your money?! You were strong and loving and had the support of your wonderful family and look how great he turned out! He was loved by many and will be missed by all of us who knew him. He's up there with your Dad. Two guardian angels are watching over you now. I hope in time memories will comfort you, but for know you must walk through this storm. We are all here to help you Carrie, please let us show you our love, caring and support.
With deepest sympathy
your friend

Nancy Tyler Higgins

November 5, 2008

Dear Carolyn
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God gently hold you in the palm of his hands

J.R. Youngblood

November 5, 2008

So sorry Carrie. If you need me I will be always be here. John you will be missed a lot. Tell grandpa Tom hello for me. Love ya Buddy.

Kathy Green

November 5, 2008

Carolyn, I want to say how truly sorry I am for your loss. I wish I knew the right words to say at such a heartfelt time. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your son Johnny.

Kathy Green (Alexa's mom)

November 5, 2008

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Randy

November 5, 2008

R.I.P. John M. Delehanty.....I unbelieveable that I am ending up with you so too short time. I remember you at Hadley Skate Park that you made me laughed and funny with other skateboarders. People making think I am too crazy to everyone. It doesn't mean make you crazy. So we laughed at everyone driving me crazy.

I miss you very too short time during in summer 2008 and I am at MCC night classes in Bedford, MA. And I didn't know you were in MCC.

So I'll let you go REST IN PEACE...

Carrie Fantasia

November 5, 2008

Carolyn, I am so so sorry for you loss! My prayers and thoughts go out to the Delehanty and Burke family! If you should need me, you know I am here for you 24/7. John was a very kind and respectful young man! You should be so proud! You did a good job of raising such a fine young man! He learned from the best! "YOU"!! I will always be here for you gf! Love you!xo

November 5, 2008

Dear Ms. Delehanty - I am so very sorry for your profound loss. As a fellow mother I can only imagine the pain you must be feeling. It appears that you have done an admirable job raising your beloved son; congratulations. It is not an easy job but you succeeded. Please know that there is a special relationship God has with the mothers he has chosen on Earth. You are and Always will be a Mother. God is taking care of your son and he will take care of you. It will take time and the pain will last for some time. But God has plans for you, and he has plans for your son, the son he shares with you. God Bless you. Try and be Strong. I will be thinking of you and praying for you.

Julie Houth

November 4, 2008

I remember when i met john! we were in college prep together. boy, we both didn't take it serious but it was a grand old time chit chatting. i'm sorry mr. and mrs. delehanty. your son was amazing and truly unforgettable.

Susan Oliveira

November 4, 2008

John, Annalisa and kids,

I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you are going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

With Deepest sympathy
Sue

Susan Oliveira

November 4, 2008

Melinda,
I am so sorry that you have lost your brother. I didn't know him but if he was anything like you he must have been a very special person. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love always
Auntie Sue

Maria Maz

November 4, 2008

Johnny D we miss u and hope u know how much u were loved by so many...

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November 4, 2008

i only knew johnny for a short amount of time but whenever i saw him he always had the biggest smile on his face - no matter what. he was an amazing boy and i don't want to believe this is really happening. it must be true what they say.. only the good die young - but i didn't know the best did too :( anyone who knew johnny clearly knew how much of a great person he was and how hard it is going to be living life without him. but i know johnny would want us to try our hardest to get through this and be happy. he always saw the bright side of things. he truly was a genuine person. REST IN PIECE JOHNNY D <3 WE LOVE YOU

Wendi Walsh

November 4, 2008

Dear Carolyn,

I am so very sorry to hear about John. I remember when I use to watch him when he was younger. He was so much fun, full of adventure.
You raised such a great son.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Heather Quirbach

November 4, 2008

Carrie,
I want to tell you how deeply sorry I am to hear about John Michael. He was an amazingly funny kid, great young man that you did an amazing job raising. R.I.P. John Michael....you will never be forgotten. Love, Heather

Patty Myers

November 4, 2008

Carrie,
My heart goes out to you and your family. The article in the Lowell Sun is a great tribute to John and to you. You raised a son who not only loved life, his family and friends but also had a kind and giving heart. You are a phenomenal person and mother. I know that Father Tom is taking good care of him. John's quote says it all, "You can't be afraid to live." His words will follow me forever.
Love and God Bless,

sue boswell

November 4, 2008

Carolyn - I am so sad to hear you've lost your son-your friend. from the moment I met you I knew he was the center of your world. he grew into quite a little man - even during the years I saw him grow. you did a great job raising him carolyn and from the entries found here, everyone agrees - John Michael was great, loving, fun, respected and surrounded by friends. For this you should be proud.
i am so sorry for your loss and am sure no words can fill the space. I am sending you warm thoughts, support and prayers to help you over the next several days and beyond.
sue boswell

Darlene Buttle

November 4, 2008

Carolyn,
I am so very sorry to hear about the tragic loss of your son, John Michael. It was pleasure to work with him at (the DT) and I will always remember him as the cute "Junior Tom Brady" at the DT hotel. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
With my deepest sympathy,
Darlene

Christina Gouveia

November 4, 2008

Johnny,
your voice was like music to anyones ears, your smile as bright as the sun, your hugs were always so tight an welcoming, and your laugh was contagious, Although it is so hard to see such a fun-loving guy leave us, we know you are in a good place watching over us. Johnny, heaven just got the best angel yet; your memory lives on through all your friends and family. You are greatly loved an so dearly missed. Keep Smiling, I love you.

Pat Coppage

November 4, 2008

Carrie,
I can't even imagine what you are going through right now. John Michael made a big impression on his little cousin Justin when they were younger. Bill, Justin and I will be there Thursday even if it's just to hug you. Our love, prayers and thoughts are with you, your Mom Donna and all the rest of John Michael's familiy. Just imagine what good care "Big Nana" is going to take care of him in heaven!

Much love, "Uncle" Bill, Pat & Justin
Warwick, RI

Lisa Langenfeld

November 4, 2008

Carolyn, I'm so sad to hear the news about John. Remembering when he worked with us for a short while at the Hilton, such a great good looking kid! He'll always be close in your heart Carolyn. May you find comfort remembering the great memories you've shared which will always bring a smile. My thoughts & prayers are with you always.

Shannon McIsaac

November 4, 2008

Carolyn,
I'd never met you but i knew John. I worked with him at the outback for a year and hung out with him on separate occasions, enough to know how much of a great person he is and how dearly he is missed by his loved ones. you are in my prayers and thoughts. i wish you my deepest condolences.

Christne Orlando

November 4, 2008

I am very sorry for your loss. Know that the thoughts and prayers of so many are with you during this difficult time.

Christine - Jessica Witts' mom

Idania Coa Cepeda

November 4, 2008

Dear Carolyn,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

I love you..

Jessica Cohen

November 4, 2008

Dear Parents,
JD was in Leaders Club when I was an advisor there... He was a great kid and I remember him with laughter, a respectful nature and a lot of charm. I'm so sorry.

Charlene Frediani

November 4, 2008

Dear Carolyn,
Being there with you the day we found out about your beloved son John will always stay with me. I had the pleasure of meeting your sweet, intelligent, kind hearted son and watched his eyes light up when he would walk in the store and see his mother. You did an incredible job raising John and he was so blessed to have you.
I love you so much and feel as blessed having you in my life as I know John did.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family every minute of every day.
With all our love and support,
Charlene, Kelley, Heidi and the entire team at Lane Bryant.

John Michael Delehanty
You are so loved and you will truly be missed by many. Stay by your moms side because God has now made you her Guardian Angel.

Gretchen Czar

November 4, 2008

Carolyn, I am so sorry this has happened to you. I can't stop thinking about you. Please know that if there is anything I can do for you let me know. John was such a great kid, kind,respectful,funny and of course handsome as ever. you two were like best buds and it shined everytime I was around you two! You did a great job raising him by yourself! I love you and think of you constantly! Gretchen

Carol Anne (Robinson) Brouillette

November 4, 2008

Dear Carolyn,

My heart broke for you and your family when I received the news about John.
My family and I have you and your family in our thoughts & prayers. There are no words that I can say to help ease your pain. Just know that you are loved by so many and we are here for you.

Carol Anne, Phil & Jess

Jacqueline Wong

November 4, 2008

Carolyn, I am so sorry about your loss. My thoughts & prayers are for you and your family.

melissa deandrade

November 4, 2008

rest in peace john mike, always had a great time with you & melinda up in NH. and to the whole family, sorry for your loss.

Karen Trzcienski (Lisi)

November 4, 2008

Carolyn,

I was so sorry to hear about John's death. My condolences to you and your family during this most difficlut time.

Janet Rousseau

November 4, 2008

Joan and Jack and Families;
I am SO sorry for your loss! Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers! Stay strong and be there for each other! Janet and Bill Rousseau and the kids

Alyssa Hardy

November 4, 2008

John Mike, its your cousin Alyssa Im still so shocked and dont want to believe what happend. Its just not fair that you were taken from us so soon. i will always remember all the memories of when we were kids, and me, you and melinda would all play together when you guys would be at your dads and annalisa's. i will never never forget your smile and the way your eyes sparkled when you laughed. You will forever be in our hearts! And you are so deeply missed. i love you john mike and will forever and always have you in my heart!

Kaylee Rowbotham

November 4, 2008

you're the best iced-coffee buddy i knew. we will always have the resevoir and the memories that we made together. even though you're not here, I know you'll still sneak in my house and kidnap me. i love you Johnny.
Love, your babygirl<3xxoo

Carolyn Delehanty

November 4, 2008

My dear son John, I will miss you forever! I hope your hanging out with Grampa, tell him I say Hi

Love mom

Angela Auger

November 4, 2008

Carolyn, I am so sorry John was taken from you so soon. John was an amazing person, everyone knows that, but I'm not sure they know it's because he had a great woman behind him. Everyone marveled at how a single mother could do such an amazing job raising a son who was so respectful and kindhearted. The story you tell of waking him with silly string friday morning so he wouldn't be late for class defines exactly how your relationship with him was. He got his fun loving nature and zest for life from you. You should be so proud of him and yourself. I love you and you know I am here for you - for anything!

Jenny Gaynor

November 4, 2008

Melinda and the whole family, he was such a great kid, i am so sorry for all of you.. we all had so many great memories and laughs in NH. Love you all and thinking of you.
Jenny

Tim Elmer

November 4, 2008

Carrie,
I worked with you many years ago at Bank of Boston and felt bad when I read about this. Please accept my condolences.

November 4, 2008

JOHN MICHAEL ,

YOUR A SPECIAL(BOY),I MEAN MAN... AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. CARRIE, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I LOVE YOU.
CHARLEEN

Andrea Demaree

November 4, 2008

Johnny D,
I still don't want to believe it. I love you so much and I just wish you were still here. I want to call you and hear your voice. I want to hang out and get one of your hugs. You never failed to make me smile and laugh. I thank you for that.
Rest Easy Love youuu

Wendy Jackson

November 4, 2008

Carrie,

I was fortunate enough to have had the pleasure of knowing your wonderful son through my son-in-law Kory and your sister Sheila. Words cannot begin to express the heartfelt sorrow I feel for you and your family!

You are in my prayers

Brenda Hayden

November 4, 2008

Dear Carrie & Family,

My deepest sympathy to all of you during this difficult time. John Michael will forever touch the hearts and souls of anyone who knew him. He was an amazing kid who was taken from us way too soon. May the love of Friends and Family carry you through your grief.

Shayna Dumont

November 4, 2008

Johnny,

What can I say... you were so kind, fun loving, huge hearted, and always made the people around you laugh. You had an impact on everyone's life that you came into contact with whether you knew it or not. My condolences and prayers are with your family and friends. We all miss you so much and always will. RIP Johnny D.. on our minds and in our hearts forever.

Katelynn Travers

November 4, 2008

To the family of Johnny I am very sorry about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. RIP John Michael

Carolyn and John

November 4, 2008

Maureen Ducharme

November 4, 2008

Carolyn, we are so saddened by the loss of John in our lives, he truly was a good sole and a very close friend to our son Paul. I am so grateful for the friendship they shared and the way he touched our lives. If there is anything Paul and I can do for you please do not hesitate. My deepest sympathy to you. Maureen Ducharme

Jarred Koerber

November 4, 2008

Johnny D you were always a very good friend to me we have so many memories that i will never ever forget. You deeply impacted my life and i couldn't have asked for a better friend. I miss you so much.

Patty Glover

November 4, 2008

There are so many good things to say about John, but I am at a loss for words. All my thoughts have been with Carolyn since I first heard. She raised an amazing young man and she will always be proud of that.
My deepest sympathy is with you.

I love you Carolyn.

Patty

Jess Witts

November 4, 2008

John, I will miss you so much. Things really aren't going to be the same without that big smile of yours lighting up every room. You will be missed by so many people. We love you so much. Rest In Peace Jd.

Kristi chinappi

November 4, 2008

John you were such a great kid with the biggest heart ever. It is just so hard to believe. My thoughts and prayers go to the whole family.

Brittani

November 4, 2008

Johhny D You were one amazing kid everyone knows that were going to miss you so much We love you Johnny D

Patty Holmes

November 4, 2008

To the family, friends, anyone who knew johnny D, he was truly by far the meaning of a great kid, heaven has yet another angel. my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. love each other, hug each other like he did to all of us, and just smile with all the memories he brought each and everyone of us. He will be missed. Let his memory live on forever. Rest Easy John, Look over all of us. You are truly one of the funniest kids I was honored to ever meet

Love Patty Holmes

Shirley Meredith

November 4, 2008

Carrie,
Our prayers and sympathy to you and your family in this terrible tragedy. I will keep you in our prayers that God will hold you in his arms and lift you up. Please call on us at anytime.

Therese Griffin

November 4, 2008

Carolyn, we are deeply saddened by your tragic loss.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Kara Harris

November 4, 2008

Hey man. I know i didnt know you very well, but I knew you well enough to know you were a wicked nice kid. Always laughing and bein crazy. I had so much fun hangin with you and the boys when i had the chance. Im gonna miss you, everyones gonna miss you. Only the good die young. <3

Kathy Alminas

November 4, 2008

Dear Carolyn, We are so very sorry to here about the loss of your son John. We didn't know him but we know you, and how devoted and loving a mother you were to him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Sincerely, Roy and Kathy Alminas (Angela's sister).

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