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John F. "Jack" O'Halloran III
John F. "Jack" O'Halloran III
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John O'Halloran Obituary
Jack was the fun-loving and spirited brother of Matthew O'Halloran and his wife, Amanda, of Winter Haven, Fla., Christine DiModica and her husband, Jeff, of Cohasset, and Timothy O'Halloran of Hollywood, Fla. Jack was the beloved nephew of Mary O. Hall of New Smyrna Beach, Fla. He is survived by many nieces and nephews, Christian, Erin, Brad, Corinne, Callie, Madelyn and Sarah. He will be greatly missed by his many devoted friends.
Jack was raised in Norwell and lived his adult life in Bourne. He graduated from Norwell High School and attended the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Jack established a contracting business on Cape Cod. He was an avid outdoorsman and angler.
Funeral services will be held privately.
If desired, donations in Jack's memory may be made to Catholic Charities, 51 Sleeper St., Boston, MA 02210.
For an online guest book, please visit www.mcnamara-sparrell.com.
McNamara-Sparrell Funeral Homes
Brighton-Cohasset-Norwell
781-383-0200
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Betsy Laughlin
November 18, 2012
O'Halloran family - please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of Jack. I have only just now become aware of his passing. I was a classmate at Norwell High and enjoyed him tremendously…
Steve Zaidman
November 25, 2009
Dear Family and friends of Jack,
So sorry to hear of Jack's passing. I got to know Jack through our cigar group, HCF. I hung out with Jack in Boston, and Jack stayed at my house when the night grew to long for him to ride back to the Cape.
Jack was on of the funniest people I knew, he had that dry sense of humor and a quick wit, and was generous to a fault.
I'm gonna miss Jack, and I'm so glad I had the chance to know him, he was a great guy.
Titus Pierce
November 25, 2009
I had the pleasure of interacting with and reading Jack's thoughts on a cigar discussion board. I will always remember his comical wit.
To his family, I offer my deepest condolences. It is without a doubt Jack will sorely be missed. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
†
Chuck Vaughan-Lloyd
November 25, 2009
Dear Family and friends of Jack,
I had the opportunity to meet with Jack on several occasions in Florida through a Cigar group that we both were members of. The photo of Jack that my friend Dr. Bill Haley provided was one of those evening. We talked, laughed and joked throughout the evening. Jack's wit was quick, his humor deep. Jack was generous with everything he owned; his time, his humor, his love of life. It was with a very sad heart that I found the world missing a special and wonderful person.
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Alex Stepanyk
November 25, 2009
"Jack was a friend of mine." A very simple sentence, but it says a lot. I knew him for about four years or so. He appeared on our website for cigar smokers around that time, and he quickly became a guy that people LIKED, even if they only knew him through the things he posted on the site. But our members often try yo get together for a cigar when we find ourselves in each other's home towns and that's how I wound up meeting Jack. We would all get together to smoke cigars and eat, drink, joke and just enjoy life and each other's company; we got together several times in Boston, as well as in my home town of Hollywood, Florida. We always had a great time. I'm gonna miss the guy; he had a sense of humor that was infectious. He was the kind of guy that as soon as I saw him I'd start laughing, and we'd both stay laughing until it was time to go home. I would like everyone here to know that our cigar community, composed of people not just all over this country, but all over the world, is in MOURNING over this loss. We are all going to miss him. To Jack's family, on behalf of our entire group,the HCF, please accept our deepest sympathies, and we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Enjoying a cigar
Bill Haley
November 25, 2009
Dear family and friends of Jack,
I have known Jack for several years through his interest in cigars. Jack was a very active and well respected member of an online cigar forum, where people from throughout the world met to discuss the enjoyment of fine cigars, as well as their interests in sports, politics, and other matters. Jack went by the name "Wolfe Tone" on the cigar forum, and he was known for his love of fishing, the Boston Red Sox, and his liberal politics.
I was fortunate enough to meet with Jack on a number of occasions. I live in Florida, and Jack met with me and other cigar lovers on three or four occasions during his visits to Florida. I had Jack to my home once, along with his dog. And on two occasions I met with Jack in Boston, along with other friends, to share a cigar and good times.
Jack and I also spoke frequently by phone. He was an intelligent, caring man, and his humor was exceptional. His love of fishing and the outdoor life was so apparent.
Jack will be sorely missed, by me and by many others who got to know him through our online cigar forum. In fact there is a lengthy section on our forum in which members are sharing their fond memories of Jack.
My condolences to your family. Jack was an extraordinary man and a dear friend. I miss him terribly.
Andy Zildjian
November 8, 2009
Jack was one of the funniest and most witty people I knew. I often thought he should have worked in Radio or written comedy. I have excellent memories of fishing, working and just hanging out with Jack. A great guy.
David Reeder
November 5, 2009
Jack will be sorely missed by our family. He helped me when I needed it most. During times of surgery and re-hab. A most wonderful person that will always be a part of our life. David & Pamela Reeder
Christine DiModica
November 3, 2009
Hello All - Thank you so much for sharing your kind thoughts and memories to this Guest Book. It is wonderful to hear from people who cared for both Jack and our family. Please keep adding memories to this book. It will be kept online. I will try to add some photos. (Jack's sister)
Shirley Chamberlain
November 1, 2009
Jack and Fran: I was so sorry to hear of Jack's death. I know it must be an unbearable loss for you. The loss of a child, no matter how old, is never acceptable. You are a wonderful family and my prayers are with you always.
Heidi
October 31, 2009
Dear Dr. and Mrs. O'Halloran and Family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
Dave Melley
October 30, 2009
Dear Jack and Fran, It's been a long time since you've heard from me, but I was shocked to read of your son's death yesterday. Never having met him,
I still can imagine the agony of your loss. I wanted you to know that Elinor and I have added our prayers to those of the multitudes that you have received. Please know that you have my deepest sympathy and pray that you find some level of comfort in the knowledge that Jack is at home with the Lord.
The Pikes
October 29, 2009
The poem said it all.We are sorry for your loss.Jack will be greatly missed by all of us.
Pat,Sandee,Jordana,Cayla,and Connor Pike
The Pikes
October 29, 2009
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 o'er.
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 1998-2009
October 29, 2009
To the O'Halloran Family, we send our sympathy and prayers to you all. We are deeply sorry for your loss. Lyn and Norm Townsend and Wayne, Neil and Lee.
October 29, 2009
Jack and Fran our prayers are with you and your family. Dana Whittle and Bill Pierson
October 29, 2009
Jack and Fran our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family in this time of great sadness.You are in our prayers.
Margaret and Joe
October 29, 2009
To the O'Halloran Family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Jack was always a pleasure to be around, and he will be missed by all who knew him.
For as long as I can remember, Jack and my Dad were close friends and Jack became a friend to every member of our family. I will never forget Jack calling me Bratney when I was little and teasing me about how much I loved the Spice Girls. Come to think of it, I never lived that name down with Jack, and that’s okay with me ?. The times spent together over the years at our house on football Sunday eating wings and playing with Finbar will never be forgotten.
Our family is here for you during this time of grief, and we hope that you can find some comfort in the many memories we have to share, and also in your own. “When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight.”
With deepest sympathy,
Brittney Reney
October 29, 2009
Dear Jack and Fran,
With deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
O.C.
October 29, 2009
Dear Jack,
My very deepest sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are
with you.
Bernie Zilinskas
Ken and Becky Warren
October 29, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathies, to your family. Jack will be missed.
October 29, 2009
Dear Fran and Jack,
We are so sad to hear about Jackie. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Dennis and Judy Griffin
The Twohigs
October 29, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Julene Franco
October 29, 2009
Dear Dr. and Mrs. O'Halloran and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
With sympathy, Julene Franco
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