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John W. Overacker

FUNERAL HOME

McVeigh Funeral Home

208 North Allen Street

Albany, New York

John Overacker Obituary

Overacker, John W. SPRING HILL, Fla. John W. "Jack" Overacker, 79, died December 6, 2011 at Hernando Pasco Hospice. He was the son of the late John Overacker and Marian McVeigh. Jack served four years in the U.S. Navy in combat during the Korean Conflict. A professional engineer, he attended Vincentian Institute and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Jack was a dedicated RPI hockey fan attending both home and away games; his team spirit could be easily heard by all in attendance. He had a long career in state government including 32 years with the department of transportation and was very active in community service. He is survived by his wife, Toni, of Spring Hill; daughters, Annine Everson and Kate Overacker; grandson, Ian (Nichole) Everson; and great-grandchildren, Addy and River Everson, all of Albany; sisters, Barbara (Doug) Spring of Clifton Park and Ingrid Overacker of Watertown. He is also survived by his stepchildren and their families. Whether in Albany, on the Cape, Spring Hill wherever he went his joy and love of life inspired many and he will be greatly missed by those whose lives he touched. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial wake Wednesday, January 4, 2012 from 4 to 7 p.m., at McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen St., Albany. Those wishing to remember Jack in a special way may make contributions to Hernando Pasco Hospice, 13027 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, FL 34613 or the charity of their choice. To leave the family a special message on their guest book, obtain directions or share a photo visit McveighFuneralHome.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Jan. 2 to Jan. 3, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for John Overacker

28 Entries

Bob Morse

December 27, 2022

Jack was quite the guy, good to be with always, and one we'll never forget.

January 20, 2012

Hi Toni: Just wanted to let you know that my contribution to the Hospice named in Jack's Times Union Obit was returned to me with a label saying "not deliverable as addressed". The address given in the TU was Hernando Pasco Hospice, 13027 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, FL., 34613. If you can send me the correct address I will mail the check again.

With love and best wishes to you and your family.

Doug Hasbrouck
92 Brightonwood Road
Glenmont, NY 12077

Andrew Casale

January 20, 2012

Jack was my first boss out of college, an unforgetable character.

Wendy Bunis

January 18, 2012

My love to you Jack. You are an inspiration to all of Bill's friends! May you find peace, and perhaps my dad, on this new journey. Your girls are in good hands.

Dick & Joan Healy

January 14, 2012

Jack was one of the of the good guys you meet in life, and a long time friend of the Healy family. He will be missed

David Van Wie

January 14, 2012

Jack was a key player in helping me get my life back together and for that I am forever grateful. He was a friend,a good neighbor and a good listener. I valued his opinion whether I liked or not. I will miss him. My condolenses to Toni and his family.

Harry Bartik

January 10, 2012

Jack: Rest in peace my friend.

Chris Gabriels

January 4, 2012

I'll miss you Jack O but I'll never forget you.
Chris Gabriels

Bill Cunningham

January 3, 2012

I worked with jack on the Rebuild New York Task Force in 1983 at DOT. Jack had one basic speed...get it done. He was funny, smart, and always able to make people smile. My condolences and prayers are with his family.

January 3, 2012

With Jack gone, only Nathan, Frank L and I remain to carry the flag for the Kindergarten class of 1979. We'll miss our chief cheerleader whose enthusiasm never flagged even as his health did!
My sympathy to his "girls".
Maryanne Schrank

Paul Ehmann

January 3, 2012

Toni, Kate and Family,

Jack was a great friend. His service to others was unwavering. He used to say "Look people, I don't do dogma, but I believe in miracles. Hah!" Thanks in part to Jack, I believe in miracles too.

Deepest sympathies,

David Bosworth

January 3, 2012

Extending our deepest sympathy and condolences to Toni and the Overacker family on behalf of the Guilderland Democratic Committee

Nicole Balant

January 3, 2012

I remember enjoying meeting Anine's father at one of her great parties in the '90s. He seemed like a special man and dad and very proud of Anine.

Deb Cavanaugh

January 3, 2012

Wishing his family sincerest condolences with much love to all. I'll be thinking of you, Annine and Kate. Deb Cavanaugh

Liz Reusswig

January 3, 2012

Kate & Nini - I am so sorry for your loss, but know the memories you have of happy times spent with your dad will stay with you always! You, Toni and your whole family are in my thoughts and prayers. Much love,

Mike McKinley

January 2, 2012

Jack was a fine man and an inspiration to many, including myself. I loved his stories. My condolences to you, Toni, Kate and other family members.

Linda Piurek and Cal Regula

January 2, 2012

We will miss our friend Jack and the honesty he brought to the rooms. Sympathy to our friend Toni and the children.

January 2, 2012

The Migliore family has many fond memories of Jack at the RPI games as our son's #1 fan. He was truly a special man. Our thoughts are with you Toni and the rest of your family.
Val, Dan, and Chris Migliore

January 2, 2012

We came to know Jack through you, Toni, and so enjoyed his friendship. He was a man of great wit, great strength, and much love of his whole extended family. He will be missed.

~Carol & Bill Cowl, Latham, NY

Claire & Joe Bradley

January 2, 2012

Thanks for the memories........Joe and Claire Bradley

Bill & Eileen Roach

January 2, 2012

We will miss our dear and loving friend in the healing rooms, Dynamic Jack. Our sympathy goes out to Toni and the children.

Mike McNulty

January 2, 2012

Jack was wonderful person and a special friend. He will be greatly missed.

Ralph Schimmel

January 2, 2012

Our deepest sympathies on the passing of Jack. I worked and played golf with Jack for many years. He will be missed and leaves many wonderfull memories. I am sure that Jacks request would be for us not to mourn his passing but to remember the many great times and associations that we had with him. We pray Gods blessings on his family and friends. Jack is now probably explaining to God how a bridge is built or how to layout a spiral curve or how we remaining can get better transportation to heaven. Our thanks be to God for the time we had together.We are unable to make the services on the 4th,but Carol and I have sent a donation in Jacks memory to the Capital City rescue Mission. God bless

Tina Lindheimer

January 2, 2012

Kate:

Thinking of you during the next few days. I won't lie, it won't be easy. But know that you and your family are rich because his life was intertwined in yours.

January 2, 2012

"God is love. Love is acceptance. It's as simple as that."

Rest in peace, dear friend.

Love, Ellen R.

January 2, 2012

Jack was a dear friend and added alot to our monthly covenant group meetings. We will miss him and his wonderful and inspiring attitude about life.

Bob and mary Christison Spring Hill, Fl.

Joanne & Bob Morse

January 2, 2012

One very special and wonderful guy who leaves a big void. You'll remain in our thoughts, Toni. Love,

Katherine Abaire

January 2, 2012

Kate and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I was happy to hear you had an a chance to go to Florida and spend some time with your dad. You will be in my thoughts and Prayers. May he rest in peace. I am here for you if you would like to call. God bless you all.

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