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John J. Greeley S.T.D., 89, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away at Newport Hospital on August 10, 2019.
John was born in New York, NY to the late Arthur L. Greeley and Mary F. (Fogarty) Greeley. He was the husband to Mary Louise (Ide) Greeley, PhD.
After John had graduated from Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School in New York, NY, he entered the Novitiate of The St. John Baptist De La Salle Brothers of the Christian Schools. John received his Bachelor of Arts at The Catholic University of America and moved on to receive his Master's degree at Manhattan College. He received his licentiate in Sacred Theology (S.T.L.) and went on to complete his Doctorate in Sacred Theology (S.T.D.) both at The Catholic University of America. In 1979, he received his dispensation from the Pope to leave the Christian Brothers. In January of 1980, he was hired by Salve Regina University as chair and professor of Religious Studies. John assisted in the Roman Catholic Initiation of Adults Program (RCIA) at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church in Newport for many years. He also helped with Troop 1 Portsmouth Boy Scouts.
John is survived by his loving wife, Mary Louise Greeley, their son, John J. Greeley Jr., of Somerville MA, and his sister Mary Ann McNamara, of Long Island, NY. He also leaves his nephew, James Greeley, Jr., (Becky), his four nieces, Mary Francis (Greeley) Walton, (Sean), Ann (Greeley) Nelms, (Dan), Kathleen McNamara, (Brian), and Mary Jean McNamara.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his three brothers, James Greeley, Arthur Greeley, and his twin brother, Charles Greeley.
Funeral services for John Greeley will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2019, at 10:00 AM at St. Mary's Church, Spring Street, Newport RI.
Memorial donations may be made to either The St. Mary's Church Endowment Fund, 12 William Street Newport RI 02840, or to The Potter League for Animals, PO Box 412, Newport RI 02840. Additional information available at www.memorialfuneralhome.com
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Paul Zasada
September 25, 2019
I express my deep condolences to all of John Greeley's family and friends. During my time as an undergraduate student at Salve Regina Dr. Greeley was instrumental in inspiring me to pursue my major in Philosophy. He helped nurture my desire to create a life of purpose and meaning. I feel grateful to have been touched by his wisdom, compassion and humor.
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Carol Gibbons
August 21, 2019
I regret just having heard about John's death today. We worked together preparing for faculty meetings, when John was Parliamentarian. He was kind and gentle. I send my sincere sympathy to Mary Lou and family.
August 17, 2019
Dr. J was a good friend and colleague of mine at Salve. He had a keen mind, sharp wit and warm disposition. I treasured his counsel. Condolences to Mary Lou and Johnnie. RIP John Rok
Dennis
August 16, 2019
John was my formator and teacher when I became a Brother in Narragansett 50+ years ago. He blessed us with his brilliance and humanity. What a gift he was to me and to our world. Condolences to his family. Eternal joy be his.
fjohn reinke (mc1968)
August 16, 2019
The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any mans death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.
John Machado
August 16, 2019
With fond memories of my Salve undergrad years, I I express my sincere condolences to the Greeley family. Dr. Greeley opened my mind and fascination with theology and religious studies, and was instrumental in my desire to learn. He had a great laugh and sincere interest in his students. He was a good man. Salve Regina was lucky to have him. I am a better man to have crossed his path. JPM 84-88
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