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John Hoban Obituary
JOHN J., on June 29, 2007. John was 65 years old. A graduate from Roman Catholic H.S., Class of 1959 and retired from Phila. Gas Works. Beloved husband of Mary T. (nee McIntosh) Hoban; cherished father of Mary Ellen (Nicholas) DeBellis, Katie (Michael) Flood, Eileen (Kevin) Flaherty and Theresa (Scott) O'Brien; loving grandfather of Gianna, Kevin, Nicholas, Shane, Michael, Kelsey, Joseph, Ryan, John and Tommy; brother of Mary Frances "Bunny" Callahan, Daniel T. Hoban and the late Eileen DiGiovanni; survived by many nieces and nephews; son of the late John and Helen Hoban; son-in-law of Mary and the late Edward McIntosh. Relatives, friends and R.C.H.S. Alumni are invited to his Viewing Thursday, 6 to 9 P.M., and Friday, 8:30 to 10:15 A.M., THE CLARE McILVAINE MUNDY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7384 Ridge Ave. (cor. of Wigard Ave.) and to his Funeral Mass, 11 A.M., St. John the Baptist Church. Int. Holy Sepulchre Cem. The family requests donations to John Hoban Jr. Scholarship Fund, c/o R.C.H.S. Alumni Office, 301 N. Broad St., Phila. PA 19107.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Hoban
Rocco Piliero
September 2, 2007
I was very sad to learn that John had passed away. My favorite person in RCHS basketball and always a great inspiration to me. His infectious laugh always permeated a room. My condolences are with you and your family at this difficult time. He touched so many people in such a great way!
Larry Costigan
July 10, 2007
John always gave everything he had without reservation to the people and things he believed in.I saw this first hand when we played football on the '58 team at Roman.There never was any athelete at Roman who overachieved more than John as a player and a teammate.And John was always trying to make the people around him better--his 40 plus years of unselfish dedication to Roman's coaches ,players,students, administrators, and alumni attest to that.At our recent 50 year reunion meeting at the James St. Saloon, the subject of the traditional contribution to the school by these groups came up. A lot of us thought that we would have to set a more modest goal than most classes because we were starting so late.John politely but firmly told us that it was really inappropriate and unacceptable for the class of '59 to set a mediocre target.No one could argue the point,especially to the person who made it. Wishing all the very best memories to Mary and all his family and friends.Larry Costigan
Rob & Alicia Patete, Jr. & Family
July 9, 2007
Mrs. Hoban & family,
Our deepest condolences to all of you during your time of sorrow. The loss of "Hob" leaves a void in all of our lives, one that will never be filled by anyone, as he was one in a million. We were honored and priviledged to be able to know him and call him our friend. May you find comfort and solace during your grieving knowing how many of your friends care for all of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sadness.
Matt Swift
July 8, 2007
Dear Mary and Family:
On behalf of my Family, I would like to express our sincere regrets on the passing of a great man. To me, John was a wonderful, caring person, something that I do not have to tell you. I will miss the "Hey, Swifty, how you doing" whenever I had the pleasure of being in John's company. And he always asked how my Mother was doing. He was a caring, loving person and the world would be a better place if there were more John Hobans here. Think of all the good times as a remembrance of John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love and God bless you and the Family.
Matt Swift and Family.
Paul Dornisch
July 6, 2007
Mrs. Hoban and family, First, my condolences on the loss of your husband and father, John. I played with John on the '59 basketball team. He was truly the glue that held that team together. He was a fine person and I am saddened by his passing. I saw John a few times since leaving RCHS. He never changed. He was a WINNER. He will be sorely missed by all. My prayers are with you and your families at this difficult time. PEACE!
Amy ("Aima-looch") & Family
July 6, 2007
Dear Mrs. Hoban and Family,
My Father just told me today of Mr. Hoban's passing. He has so many fond memories of chatting with Mr. Hoban; Marchiano's bakery on Hermit St, the Henry James saloon and of course, the Roman Catholic HS functions. I will always remember him for being really cool and there was always a good converation to be had whenever I saw him.
Please accept our deepest sympathy and I hope the stories that are written in this book will give you comfort.
Betty Skibjak
July 6, 2007
Dear Mary and Family:
Please accept my condolences. I send you my love, sympathy and prayers. This is, and will be, so hard for all of you. I know that there have been many people around you and I hope that they can console you on your loss. It will take a long time, and hopefully you will be able to work through your grief. You and all your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Affectionately
James Callahan
July 5, 2007
Dear Hoban Family
I am most sorry for your loss. As you know, John was one of the best. I was brought to Roman football games by my father and Goldie Grahham was always pointed out to me as well as his assistant, John Hoban and his son, the player, John. Later on in life I was thrilled to meet John through John Miller and Speedy. I always thought John Hoban to be this Thanksgiving Day football superstar and was always thrilled to connect with him as the gentleman that he was. His death is a loss to so many and most especially to you his family. I'll pray for all of you, especially John, one of the Purple and Gold's Finest.
Rev James A Callahan III
CDHS Class of 1965
Son of James A Callahan Jr
RCHS Class of 1939
Joe Mangano
July 5, 2007
Dear Mrs. Hoban and family, On behalf of the Mangano family, I would like to express our deepest sympathy. John was a great friend to me. We spent plenty of nights together at the Henry James. Although we did not always agree on things I respected his opinion. I loved John. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God continue to Bless you and your family. John my fellow Cahillite rest in peace. I will miss you! Love, Joe, Tricia, Joseph, and Nicholas
Dottie Beideman
July 3, 2007
Dear Mary,
I'm very sorry for you and your families loss.John was good and a caring person.I enjoyed working with John in telephone service for many years.My prayers are with you and your Family.
Dottie Beideman
Dottie Beideman
July 3, 2007
Dear Mary,
I'm very sorry for you and your families loss.John and I were good friends and had lots of fun when we worked together in telephone service.He will be missed by all.
Dottie Beideman
July 3, 2007
Dear Hoban Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort. We are sorry for your loss.
Adina DeLuca and Joseph Martin
Joe Weber , 1959
July 3, 2007
To the Hoban Family:
Having known John as a classmate, Alumni Class Rep for many years, and most recently as a member of our 50th Class Reunion Team, I was most saddened by his passing. My condolences and sympathy for your family's loss, and for that of the entire R.C.H.S. community.
Kim Ferraro
July 3, 2007
Dear Mrs. Hoban and the entire Hoban Family,
Our condolences go out to your family. Mr. Hoban was a great man and will be missed by many. His memory will live on in all of you. Hang in there.
Love,
Kim (Morris)Ferraro
July 3, 2007
Dear Mary and Girls,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have so many good memories from when I lived next door to you. John will be missed.
God Bless you all,
Judy (Tierney) Carney
Chalie LaFontano
July 3, 2007
Mrs. Hoban and Family:
John will always be remembered by myself as a great friend, classmate and teammate. We were so close in high school and I do not know where the years went. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Chalie La Fontano
Roman '59
Kim Murray
July 3, 2007
Katie, Eileen, and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sadness. Try to remember the good times.
Kim and Mike Murray
Jeanie Jacobs
July 3, 2007
Dear Mrs Hoban and Girls,
I am so sorry to hear about your husband and father. He was a pleasure to know for many years. Our thoughts and prayers are will you all.
Love, Jeanie(Murphy),Mark and Family
Dan Harrell
July 3, 2007
Just want to let the Hoban family know John is being remebered today down here at one of his favorite places...The Palestra. Although I did speak to John at the Prep/LaSalle Championship football game I was happy to see he was happy when Roman won the basketball title here this past winter. I became a big fan of John and his dedication to Roman when I coached the freshman football team there. Although a West Catholic grad myself I considered John not only a 'friendly adversary' but a great fan of the whole Catholic League. The entier Catholic League has lost a true friend. God Bless and Take Care
Cheryl Turvey
July 2, 2007
Mrs. Hoban and Family,
We were so sad to here about the passing of Mr. Hoban. He was a great guy and we are glad to have had the pleasure of knowing him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Cheryl & Joe Turvey
Gus and Lisa Carr
July 2, 2007
Mrs. Hoban and Girls,
It was a pleasure and a privledge to have known the man you call Husband and Father. Thank you so very much for sharing him with us. We will cherish the memories forever. Forever in our thoughts and Prayers.
Mary Kay Rosanova
July 2, 2007
Mrs. Hoban & Family
We were so sad to hear Mr. Hoban passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. I know he will be missed by all.
Mary Kay, Ros & Family
Bernadette Fahringer
July 2, 2007
Hoban Family,
Sorry to hear about your Husband, Dad & grandfather. I really didn't know your husband & dad. It was always a pleasure talking to all of you so that says he was a good man. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you. Bernadette Fahringer & Family
Joseph J. Gleason, Jr.
July 2, 2007
Dear Hoban Family,
The Gleason family passes along our condolences. Mr. Hoban was a terrific guy, one who always had nice things to say upon seeing you. What I'll remember most is the conversations we had after a hoops game, whether at the Palestra, RCHS, or at the "Rec".
Our prayers are with all the family. Take care, and God Bless.
John Slawek
July 2, 2007
Dear Mary and Family,
My prayers and condolences to you and your family. John will sorely be missed by all, as he was a delightful man full of life.
Sheila M. Grayson
July 2, 2007
Dear Mary and Girls,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I was so sad to hear John passed away. I hope you can find solace in knowing he is at peace and will always be with you. I know he will be missed greatly by friends and family.
Sincerely,
Sheila (Morris) Grayson
Sister Maryanne Graham, IHM
July 2, 2007
Dear Mary and Family, Bunny and Danny,
Our prayers are with you!
We loved Johnny like a brother and
will miss him.
The Graham Family
Cheryl Graham
July 2, 2007
On behalf of the "Goldie Graham family", we wish to extend our sincere condolences to the Hoban family. We loved John very much. Even though we didn't get to see him too often over the years, when we did see him at some games he was his true wonderful self. What a great guy ~..Our prayers are with the Hoban family~
Love,
Cheryl Graham & family
Your Friends at Walnut Lane Golf Course
July 2, 2007
Dear Hoban Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. John will always be in our hearts and memories.
Paul McManus Jr.
July 2, 2007
Our condolonces go out to the Hoban Family and friends. We truly have lost a great person. I was fortunate enough to get to know Mr. Hoban and his family over the years and enjoyed quite a few good times with him. As most people know, "Hobs" love for Roman Catholic High School runs deeper than anybody I have come across. It was rare if you did not see him at a Roman Catholic athletic event. It will be weird not seeing him at a football or basketball game, but I know he will be there in spirit. I know how happy "Hobs" was (this past winter) when the Roman Catholic High School basketball team won the catholic league championship for the first time in 8 years. I was able to celebrate that victory with "Hobs", his family, and many friends at the Henry James saloon. I can remember how happy he was that day ... this was the last time I spoke to him and it will be a lasting memory. "Hobs" may be gone , but you can rest assured he will never forgotten.
R.I.P.
Tom Kearney
July 1, 2007
John:
Good By dear friend and compatriot. I will miss your sincerity and easiness. It was a pleasure for me to be your teammate and fellow alumnus. Rest well.
Tom Kearney
RCHS Class of 1958
Marie Hanley
July 1, 2007
To the Hoban Family:
Please accept my sincere condolences in the loss of John. I knew John from working in Telephone Service at PGW. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this difficult time. May your memories comfort you.
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