Islip, New York
McGORRY - John, of East Islip, NY, on October 23, 2009, in his 51st year. Beloved husband of Debra McGorry. Loving father of Timothy and Tara. Dear son of Jack McGorry. Cherished brother of Margaret Mary Finn, Jim McGorry, Maureen Oswald, and Joseph McGorry. Visiting Sunday and Monday, 2-4:30pm...
Read MoreJohn was my camp counselor along with John Friedman circa 1975 at Camp Marydale. He was an icon, a man who could run as he put it a consistent 5 minute mile but sometimes better. I will never forget him. I have trouble processing the fact that such a virile, athletic leader that I adored is gone so soon. I will never forget him.
Peter Caracciolo
March 24, 2018 | Uniondale, NY | Friend
John ("McGoo"),
You were one of the memories of Slippery Rock that always brings a smile. I was so glad that I had the chance to spend time with you at a recent alumni meet. God be with you and your family.
David J Young
David Young
March 15, 2010 | Medford Lakes, NJ
God Bless you John! A great team-mate, room-mate and friend while at Slippery Rock.
Dave Smith
March 09, 2010 | Boulder, CO
Hi Debbie:
It is with deep sorrow that I heard of John's untimely death, I remember you and your family from all the road races John and I raced together. I still have a great picture of the 2 of us racing in Eisenhower Park. Besides being a terrific runner,and great competitor he was always a great sport and friend. He will always be in my thoughts.
Would love to hear from you and how your family is.
My deepest sorrow and I know you have a lot of great people supporting you...
Jon Folber
December 26, 2009 | Liberty, MO
To John's family, I only knew your husband and father through his brother Jim, my West Point classmate and one of the most impressive men I've known -- and he says John was even more impressive, so I've always had a lot of respect for John and his warrior spirit. May he rest in peace -- our prayers are with you all.
Bert Mizusawa
December 08, 2009 | Hampton, VA
Your father was a great man and so are his Wife and wonderful children. Never forget that he loved you with his whole heart and never expected more from you than he was willing to give himself.
To Live in the Hearts we Leave behind is Not to die.
Thomas Campbell
T Brady
November 11, 2009 | Islip Terrace, NY
My father was a great man. I just became aware of this page and it's brought me alot of...well...love.
November 09, 2009
The McGorry's
Christmas 1980
George Walsh
November 08, 2009 | Hicksville, NY
We offer our deepest sympathy. When tragedy strikes and takes the life of our loved ones, many cry out with great sorrow. Your tears are not unnoticed by the Creator of Life. Never was it his purpose for our human lives to be taken away. Although your deep pain will not easily disappear, prayer to God will bring comfort to you as you grieve. The Bible assures us God "is healing the broken hearted ones, and is binding up their painful spot." Psalm 147:3
Rebecca
November 06, 2009 | SC
