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John R. Gavigan

1944 - 2017

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1944

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2017

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John Gavigan Obituary

John R. Gavigan

Beach Haven, NJ - John "Jack" Raymond Gavigan of Beach Haven passed away peacefully on November 28, 2017. He was 73. Jack was born on July 24, 1944 in the Washington Heights section of New York City to Peter and Ann (O'Brien). He graduated from Fordham Prep and Holy Cross College. He married Lenore (Mazzucca) in 1969, and they had 4 children. Jack was a lover of all things Irish and enjoyed sitting on his porch in the sun.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Peter and James, and by his son Christopher. He is survived by his children Tara Smith and her husband Sinclair, Sean, and Mary Beth Rispoli and her husband Paul, grandchildren Meghan and Justin Smith and Isabelle and Sydney Rispoli. He is also survived by many cousins and friends.

A Viewing will be held on Thursday, November 30, 2017 from 3-5 & 7-9 pm at the Bugbee-Riggs Funeral Home, 1119 Long Beach Blvd, Ship Bottom, NJ 08008. A Funeral Liturgy will be offered on Friday, December 1, 2017 at 11:00 am at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 4700 Long Beach Blvd, Brant Beach, NJ 08008. Cremation will be private.

Published by Asbury Park Press on Nov. 29, 2017.
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To the Gavigan Family,

We are truly sorry for our loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Annmarie & Bob Uhl

December 2, 2017

Heard of Coach Gavigan's passing, so sorry to hear that for the rest of the family. Coach Gavigan was one of my first coaches and I have many cherished memories from the New City Rams Pop Warner football days, and of course he was also the first person to suggest I consider attending Holy Cross. While we had not been in touch for some time, my friends still often think back to those days with such appreciation. With love to all in the Gavigan family - Rich Prestegaard

Rich Prestegaard

Student

December 1, 2017

Jackie ! What can I say ? .I only bumped into you twice in my life although I knew about you always . MY Uncle Joe Gavigan told me all about you . You came to California in 1958 to Uncle Joe's funeral RIP . You had a nickname for me ! Fatso which was Fat's . I was so skinny . You were pulling my leg but I thought you were deadly serious . RIP dearest Jackie . I will always remember you with fondness . God Love you dearest 2 cousin .

Peggy Fearne

Family

November 30, 2017

In loving memory of Jack, a wonderful person and cousin. My late husband Bob shared many cherished memories of the good times he had growing up with his Gavigan and McLaughlin cousins and their families. RIP Jack. You will be missed.

Carol A. Cruise

November 30, 2017

My deepest sympathy to the entire family,cousins and friends of Jack, my cousin. A Great Guy, and growing up together nothing but wonderful memories, especially Rockaway in the Summer. Loved his smile, laugh and everything about this kind, caring, loving and funny Guy. Jack will be so missed. Love, Cousin Carol

Carol Jones

November 30, 2017

Jack was a great neighbor and friend who I will miss every time I look across the street. We enjoyed conversations on the beach and on his front porch, many of which started with my chasing "Teach" across the street looking for a treat from Jack. It will take a long time to train him that Jack and Keeper are no longer there. Jack will be dearly missed.

Ken

November 30, 2017

Jack was a lovely neighbor and a gentle man. If you need something he would give it to you and help in anyway that he could.
He loved the kids in the neighborhood and would often give them treats. He also love dogs .
Best of all he was a great listener. He will be so missed.
Kathy

November 30, 2017

My deepest sympathies to the family. Jack was a good friend at Fordham Prep. I am so sad to hear of his passing.Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was a good man and I shall remember him forever.

David Beck

November 29, 2017

David Beck

November 29, 2017

I'm sorry for your loss. During this difficult time may prayer comfort and strengthen you and your family. ~1 Thessalonians 5:17

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