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John Haggerty Obituary
Pittsford: February 23, 2014 after a courageous battle with cancer at age 80. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary Ellen (Story) Haggerty; children, Brendan, Patrick and Bridget (Blaine) Leipold; grandsons, Jamieson and Riley.
Jack was born in Buffalo and was the son of Aloyisous and Frances (Easley) Haggerty. He graduated from Our Lady of Victory High School and attended the University of Buffalo and Buffalo State College. Jack was a US Army Veteran and served as a Military Policeman in Germany. He later moved to Rochester to embark on an extremely successful 56 years with Met Life and Met Financial Services. He was a positive mentor to many with whom he worked. Jack was a member of and honored by several professional organizations. Jack was a member of St. Louis Parish. He loved sailing, golfing and skiing with his family.
The family would like to thank Dr. Muhul Patel and Dr. John Genier and the staff at the Lipson Cancer Center for their loving care.
Friends may call Wednesday, 4-7 PM at the funeral chapel (2305 Monroe Ave.). A Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, 11 AM at St. Louis Church, 60 S. Main St. Pittsford. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 1120 S. Goodman St. Rochester, 14620. To share a memory of Jack or send a condolence to the family visit www.anthonychapels.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Haggerty
5 Entries
March 1, 2014
Bridget, Blaine, Riley, and Jamieson, We are so very sorry for your loss. It was obvious to all who met Jack what a wonderful, special, loving person he was. He will be greatly missed. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Thomson and the Thomson family
February 26, 2014
Dear Mary Ellen And Family,
Am so sorry to hear of your loss.Although I had not seen Jack in the intervening years until our 50th year
OLV reunion,I remember thinking after meeting you for the first time that you had each found your soul mate. May the memories and love he leaves live on forever and sustain you, your children and grandchildren. My deepest sympathy, Bud Carroll
David Story
February 25, 2014
A great guy! Condolences to Mary Ellen, Brendan, Patrick, and Bridget. I'm sure Dad is setting up a tee time for the two of them as soon as Jack gets there. Love, Dave and Joan Story
Kimberly Sciotti
February 25, 2014
Bridget, Blaine and Riley .. I am so sorry for your loss...May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.
Michele Crain
February 25, 2014
Bridget, Blaine and Riley, I am so very sorry to hear of Jack's passing. I always enjoyed seeing him at Riley's football and lacrosse games. He was a proud grandpa and a true gentleman. Prayers for your family, especially your mother Bridget, at this difficult time. Michele Crain and the Crain family
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