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Considine, John J. Jr.
Pittsford: Born in Rochester on October 28, 1930, and passed away in Rochester on October 16, 2016 at age 85—narrowly escaping the 2016 election.
Born to John and Helen Considine in his beloved 10th Ward, he graduated from Aquinas Institute, LeMoyne College, and the Cornell Law School before serving in the U.S. Army as a Special Agent in the 66th Counter Intelligence Corps in Western Germany.
In 1961, he married Joyce Mooney, who predeceased him in 2014 after more than five decades of marriage. He was thankful for the lifetime of love and support he received from her, and for the family they created together.
John loved the practice of law, which he began in 1957, and Joyce frequently expressed the hope that she would be reincarnated as one of his clients. For many, he was unquestionably the first person to call in a jam. John was active in the affairs of the Monroe County Bar Association, serving both in high-profile positions of honor and in practically invisible positions of quiet service. He also served on the boards of religious, charitable, and business corporations. He was affiliated with travel youth soccer and worked in the Pittsford Mustang Soccer program for almost a decade. At the end of his career in 2011, he was a member of the law firm of McConville, Considine, Cooman & Morin.
John belonged to the Kent Club and Monroe Golf Club, and he had a competitive streak at the duplicate bridge table.
In addition to his parents and Joyce, John was predeceased by his brother, Kevin M. Considine; by his brothers- and sisters-in-law, Ellen Marie (Edwin) Rague, James I. (Kathleen) Mooney, and John E. (Kathleen) Mooney; and by his nephew, James Rague.
He is survived by his three children, Thomas M. (Helen) Considine of Wilmette, Illinois; Sarah E. (Mark) Grannis of Chevy Chase, Maryland; and Kevin P. (Christine) Considine of Lafayette, California; by his ten grandchildren: T.J., Jack, Elizabeth, Marta, Michael, Kevin, Will, Carolyn, Charlie, and Carter; by his sister-in-law Katherine Considine of Syracuse; by his brother- (and sister-) in-law Thomas T. (Norma) Mooney; and by many nieces, nephews, cousins, clients, classmates, and unnamed co-conspirators whom he loved.
The family will receive friends at the Anthony Funeral Chapel (2305 Monroe Ave., Brighton) on Friday, October 21, from 4 to 7 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Louis Church (64 S. Main St., Pittsford) on Saturday, October 22, at 9 AM.
In lieu of flowers, those who are so inclined might consider donations to Our Lady of Mercy High School, 1437 Blossom Rd., Rochester, NY 14610; or McQuaid Jesuit High School, Scholarship Memorial Gift, 1800 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY 14618. To share a memory of John or send a condolence to the family, visit www.anthonychapels.com.
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John J. a man of many people skills, and grandfather like, ease in dealing with life's thrills and challenges. Our whole family has been guided and counseled by this giant of a man. He had been with us and our many family and business dealings, always giving the most heartfelt and yet constructive guidance in every facet of our lives. You will be sorely missed Sparky. The Schmitz Family
Paul g Schmitz
October 29, 2016
We will miss his friendship, his wisdom and his humor as will all the members of the O'Brien family. Unfortunately we were out of town for his service but our hearts were with the Considine and the Mooney family as they celebrated the life of this wonderful man.
Tom and Nancy O'Brien
Tom O'Brien
October 28, 2016
Dear Sarah and Mark,
Your dad was a sweet guy. His wicked sense of humor came through loud and clear in the first paragraph of the obituary. As you know, we had a long history with the Considine - Mooney clan. Please accept our condolences.
Jim and Martha Jo Coyne
October 21, 2016
they don't make them anymore like John, the last of the great Irishman, God Speed John...
eileen kildea-barber
October 21, 2016
We enjoyed the comment in your Obituary.. I'm sure most of us in our 80's feel the same way. Condolences to the Family ..
Ed Cummi
October 20, 2016
The Considine Family remains one of my favorite memories of my teaching days at Our Lady of Lourdes School. That family was so special. I taught son, Tom; daughter, Sarah, and knew son, Kevin. I loved Joyce and John mainly because they loved their children so much. It showed!! My sincere condolences to all of the family. I am so happy that he escaped the 2016 election. That was priceless!. My love to all. Sister Rita Jongen
Rita Jongen
October 20, 2016
Seems from his obituary that he lived a full life and left a smile for those reading of his passing. Most well done sir, I am sorry I will not know you well.
Shawn K
October 19, 2016
From a fellow veteran-I thank you, Sir, for your service to our country.
Steven Fries
October 19, 2016
The gracious owl of the local bar. Time with John was never wasted. His words well chosen, deeds well meaning. Rest as peacefully as you lived.
David F. Bowen
October 19, 2016
God bless you John. Rest with Joyce. Col. Marilyn Digirol (RET A)
October 19, 2016
God Bless our Aquinas Brother
Aquinas Alumni Office
October 18, 2016
Always a gentleman. God bless.
Wanda Szelag Vanderlee
October 18, 2016
God rest your soul.
Anne Seifert
October 18, 2016
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