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John Brophy Obituary
On September 27, 2021. Age 34. Of Gloucester City. Cherished Son of Jay F. and JoAnne C. (nee Kent) Brophy. Devoted brother of Jay F. Brophy (Megan Murphy) and Shane P. Brophy (Alyssa Smith). Loving maternal grandson of Veronica Kent. Loving maternal step-grandson of Dorothy Kent and the late Robert Kent. Beloved paternal grandson of the late Jack and Bert Brophy. Adored uncle and godfather of Layla Marie Brophy. Survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, great-aunts and great-uncles.
John was born in Voorhees and was a lifelong resident of Gloucester City. He played baseball for Gloucester City Little League and football for the Gloucester City Mustangs. John graduated from St. Mary’ Grammar School in Gloucester City in 2001. John graduated from Gloucester Catholic High School in 2005. He enjoyed playing football at Gloucester Catholic. John was a graduate apprentice of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers. John was a proud and hardworking Boilermaker. He was a 4th generation Boilermaker and was very proud to continue the family tradition. John was a devoted friend of Bill. John was a parishioner of Saint Mary’s R.C. Church in Gloucester City.
Relatives, friends, classmates from St. Mary’s grammar school, Gloucester Catholic High School and brother boilermakers are kindly invited to attend his viewing on Thursday, October 7 from 5 pm to 8 pm and Friday, October 8 from 9 am to 10 am at the McCann-Healey Funeral Home: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 am at 426 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ 08030. Interment New Saint Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr. Family respectfully requests in lieu of flowers memorial donations to Gloucester Catholic High School: 333 Ridgeway Street, Gloucester City, NJ 08030. Attn: Pat Murphy, Executive Development Director. Please write in memo: Football RAMP Fund In Memory of John A. Brophy.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of John Anthony Brophy. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries may be made through: McCann-Healey Funeral Home: Gloucester City Ph: 856-456-1142
Memories and Condolences
for John Brophy
27 Entries
Iran Andrade
October 18, 2021
I met John on a turnaround job in Torrance Ca Refinery several months ago he was such a nice guy always willing to help. He came into the tool room where I was working. He wanted to see if I had couple trash bags. It was such a hot day. He talked about his family especially his mom. I felt like I knew him for a while. But we had just met through one of his friend named Art ( Boilermaker ). I will always remember his beautiful smile. Fly high John R.I.P
Moira Frain
October 9, 2021
My deepest condolences and prayers to all of your family, friends, and all who knew you— You are my real life soulmate, and I’ll love you forever Johnny. My heart breaks over and over until we meet again
Grainne Bohan
October 7, 2021
My sincere condolences to the Brophy family. John was a lovely young man with a kind soul and the wonderful ability to bring out a smile. Until we meet, again, may God hold him in the palm of his hand.
Gary and megan Ross
October 7, 2021
So sorry for your lost John was a awesome person thinking of all the Brophys
Derek, Theresa & Devon DiBartolomeo
October 7, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of the entire Brophy family at this time.
Uncle Mike & Aunt Barb Kent
October 6, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. We send our love and prayers to you. Hold on to each other and lean on your faith during this difficult time.
Josh Carr
October 5, 2021
I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of a johnny. Thoughts and prayers to the Brophy family.
Margaret Flynn
October 5, 2021
John loved his family so much and talked about them all the time, especially his mom. He was proud of his upbringing and loved helping out friends. I’m so lucky to have been in John’s company and will truly hold him close to my heart and prayers. I lost my brother and I share the depths of your pain.
I simply had to let God takeover.
Faith carries us when our hearts are broken. God leans in and holds us in His arms and reminds us that John is in His arms as well.
Joan Connell
October 5, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family with my deepest sympathy.
October 4, 2021
Jay and Joann We are so sorry for your loss. Losing a child is so heartbreaking memories are helpful. Our hearts go out to you both and your sons and family
Mike and Gale
Jack Huber
October 4, 2021
Jay, I am so sorry to hear of John’s passing.
Thoughts and Prayers for you and the entire Brophy family
B.J Roch
October 4, 2021
I’m so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Mike & Donna Mangino
October 3, 2021
There are no words to say how sorry we are to hear about John. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prays.
Donna Birney
October 3, 2021
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the Brophy Family. RIP John
Ellie Newman
October 3, 2021
So very sorry for your loss. Many prayers coming your way
Paul Liwock
October 2, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Michael Gendreau
October 2, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of sorrow
God bless
Tony Garczynski
October 2, 2021
To the Brophy family my sincere condolences John was one of those players you remember He loved the game a great teammate who would do anything to help his team win A Great Ram Forever
Cathy Dubois
October 2, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Prayers for the Joanne and Jay and the entire Brophy family
Heidi Powers
October 2, 2021
John was such a bright light and I will always remeber him for his smile that could light up a room. I will not forget all the advice he gave me and the laughter we shared. May he find peace with God. I will say an extra prayer tonight for healing for his family. May you find comfort in God's arms in your time of grief. I am so sorry for your loss.
Eileen Lindburg
October 2, 2021
I am so sorry to hear this. John was helpful to me. ❤
Harris/Morrison Family
October 2, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Prayers for JoAnne Jay Little Jay and Shane and the Entire Brophy Family. Sorry for your loss.
Mary Barth
October 1, 2021
I was so sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was a wonderfully kind young man. He and Bryan were friends for a very long time and Bryan spent countless hours at your home while the boys were attending Gloucester Catholic. I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers and hugs to you all and may your happy memories help you through this difficult time
Rocky Bryan Jr
October 1, 2021
Jay and Joann so so sorry for the loss of John
We raised our kids together next door We still have all the pictures of them all growing up
Our Prayers go out to You, Little Jay and Shane
May You R.I.P John.
The Bryan Family
Kim & Joe Quinlan
October 1, 2021
JoAnne & Jay your family is in my prayers.
Sara Wadsworth
October 1, 2021
Jay and family,
Iam so sorry for you loss.
Mike Greene jr
September 30, 2021
Jay & Joann. Reaching out to let you know how sorry I am for John's passing. Remember what a great smile and bigger personality he had. My prayers are with Jay, & Shane. And especially to Joann and you. God be with all of you. Mike Tina Mike kyle and karlee greene...
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Viewing
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McCann-Healey Funeral Home - Gloucester City851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ 08030
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8
Viewing
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
McCann-Healey Funeral Home - Gloucester City851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ 08030
Oct
8
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m.
426 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ
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