John T. Halloran

1927 - 2019

John T. Halloran obituary, 1927-2019, University Heights, OH

John T. Halloran

1927 - 2019

BORN

1927

DIED

2019

John Halloran Obituary

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JOHN T. HALLORAN, age 91, passed away April 15, 2019 surrounded by his family. Beloved husband for 58 years of the late Patricia (nee Carrabine); loving father of Sheila, Eileen Swartz (Eddie, deceased), Michael (Nancy, former spouse), John, Kevin (Kim), David (Janine), Maura McKinley (Dan), Bridget Previts (deceased) (Rob), and Peter (Meg); grandfather of 18; great grandfather of five; loving son of Thomas Byrne and Mary (nee Reynolds) Halloran (both deceased) and dear brother of Joanna Roblee and James Halloran (deceased). He was a beloved Uncle of many. John was born in Great Valley, NY. He graduated high school at 16 and went to serve in the US Navy as a Seaman First Class. He attended St. Bonaventure College for his undergraduate degree and earned his degree of Master of Science at Western Reserve University. He worked at NASA for 45 years as an Analytical Chemist. Even in retirement he loved to challenge his mind and would attend professional/educational conferences. He valued his health and was an active walker and enjoyed Tai Chi classes. Other hobbies included gardening, stamp collecting, and photography. He loved to return to his beloved NY hometown to stay connected with family and friends. We are forever grateful for the wonderful care provided by Absolute Hospice. Private Interment All Souls Cemetery. Family and Friends are invited to gather for Mass of Christian Burial 9 a.m. Wednesday at Church of the Gesu, 2470 Miramar Blvd., University Hts., OH 44118. FRIENDS MAY CALL AT THE MAHER MELBOURNE FUNERAL HOME 5236 MAYFIELD RD., LYNDHURST (EAST OF RICHMOND RD.) TUESDAY 4-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorial gifts to the Fr. Dietz Scholarship Fund, c/o Gesu Church 2470 Miramar Blvd, University Heights, OH 44118.

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April 22, 2019

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April 15, 2019

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Nadine Lavelle Scates

April 22, 2019

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
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