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John Thomas Shirtz

Cary, North Carolina

09/19/1944 - 09/12/2025

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DIED
September 12, 2025
LOCATION
Cary, North Carolina
CHARITY
Habitat for Humanity

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John Thomas Shirtz, 80, passed away on September 12, 2025, in Cary, NC, just one week before his 81st birthday. Born on September 19, 1944, John grew up in Syracuse, NY, and graduated from St. Anthony of Padua High School as President of his senior class. He went on to earn his Bachelor of...

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John was a few years ahead of me at St. Anthony´s High School in Syracuse, New York. May John´s soul forever rest in Eternal Peace in the hands of the Lord.

Mary ellen - I´m so very sorry for you and your family for your loss! Please know I´m praying for all of you! May your brother rest in peace! My deepest sympathy!

Mary Ellen, growing up and hanging with you and family was some of my happiest memories. Peace.

I am sorry to hear the passing of John. he was one of my neighbors when I was very young.

May he rest in peace. The world has lost a great man, but his legacy and the impact he made will live on in the hearts of all who knew and admired him. Always loved his smile and calm ,kind demeanor. Betty Pollastro Warne from Ackerman Ave

Sr. Mary Ellen Shirtz, I am sorry for your loss. I went to Bishop Grimes and graduated in 1978 not before you caught me smoking in the lav. I have lost both parents and my sister, Erin many years ago. It is never something that is easy. I pray for you peace and understanding in your time of need and pray that your life is well.

Rick Lenny and I are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Sr. Mary Ellen, May your brother rest in peace. Thinking of you and your family.

Loretta and Family So Sorry to Hear of John´s passing What a great guy.You are in our thoughts and prayers