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DeMunn Funeral Home and Cremation Service - Binghamton

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Binghamton, New York

Hubert McGavin Obituary

McGavin, Hubert

Binghamton: Our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Hubert McGavin, 91, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2014. Hugh is survived by his wife of 64 years, Phyllis; his children, Deborah McGavin and Millie Montgomery, Baldwinsville, Janice and Jan Yuricek, Endicott, Phillip and Rose McGavin, Rolesville, North Carolina, Sharon and Mark Vitanza, Conklin and Marcia and Stephen Valenti, Binghamton; treasured grandchildren, Ryan, Jeff and Peter Yuricek, Amanda and Shawne MacCloud, April McGavin, Jason and Elizabeth Vitanza, Zachary, Lauren, Chloe and Joey Danvers, Joe, Christian and Angela Valenti; and great-granddaughter, Keely MacCloud. He leaves behind siblings, Regina Sullivan, Thomas McGavin and Susann Falkin and his best friend, Eddie Zyskowski.

Hugh served his country during WWII in the Army Air Corps. After returning home he worked and eventually retired from Singer Link after many years as Senior Industrial Engineer. He was a longtime member of Saints John and Andrew RC Church and was very active in the Knights of Columbus, Peter T. Campon Council #206 where he served in various positions. Hugh was an avid sportsman who loved golfing and hunting. Hugh's family would like to thank the staff of Elizabeth Church Manor Nursing Home for their kind and attentive care.

Funeral services will begin 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 14, 2014, at the DeMunn Funeral Home, 36 Conklin Ave., Binghamton and will continue with a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at Saints John and Andrew Church, 1262 Vestal Ave., Binghamton by the Reverend Monsignor Michael T. Meagher. Interment will follow services in Calvary Cemetery. Family will receive friends at the funeral home from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 13, 2014. To forward condolences please visit www.demunnfh.com.

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Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin from Mar. 11 to Mar. 13, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Hubert McGavin

20 Entries

Anne Seymour Carlisle

March 5, 2019

My favorite Uncle! He told great stories and jokes. Had true Irish wit! I know you and my mom, your sister Evelyn, are really whooping it up in Heaven! What an amazing family reunion it will be someday!

David DuBois

March 29, 2014

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My father, Ed DuBois worked with Hugh and so did I. He was also my mentor at Link in the Ind. Eng. Dept. He was a pleasure to work with every day!

March 14, 2014

So many great memories to carry you thru the loss of a wonderful person who God gave you as your Dad. Love,Andrea [cookie]

March 13, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss and we will hold you in our thoughts & prayers. We will miss his smiles & wit at the school reunions that he attended faithfully. Meshoppen & Auburn School Alumni Associations

Beck Schiappa

March 13, 2014

My sincere sympathy to the McGavin Family. Debbie especially. I remember you from the 3-11 shift at Wilson Hospital OR. Bless you all. Bless your Dad Sincerely, Beck Schiappa

Jamey and Bonnie Harrison

March 13, 2014

Marcia and family our sincere condolences The Harrison family

March 13, 2014

Hugh was my 1st bos at Link back in 1968. I worked on and off with hime till 1980. I enjoyed my time with him

Phil Maisel

Nancy Subik

March 12, 2014

Marcia,
I know how much you loved your dad. Thoughts and prayers being sent to you and your family at this difficult time.
~Nancy Subik

Nancy Santucci

March 12, 2014

Sue and family,
So sorry for your loss. As you may recall, my father worked with Hugh and they were buddies through the various leagues and groups at Link. I remember his mentioning Hugh was a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Nancy McPherson Santucci and family

Diane Splendorio

March 11, 2014

You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Anne Carlisle

March 11, 2014

I remember very fondly the family gatherings and visiting with Uncle Hugh whenever we came for a visit from California.
Another wonderful member of the McGavin clan passes on.
Hugs from Cousin Anne Seymour Carlisle, daughter of Evelyn McGavin who was one of Hubert's older sisters. She passed in july 2011 at age 97..

Virginia and Bob Danvers

March 11, 2014

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Chuck Bullock

March 11, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Mike Fabrizio

March 11, 2014

Thoughts and Prayers go out to the entire family. Hugh was a good man, and I enjoyed our many rounds of golf together. He always had a smile on his face and a story to tell. RIP

Bob Irwin

March 11, 2014

My condolences on the passing of Hugh. He was a wonderful man and a delight to play a round of golf with. I pray for peace and comfort for all the family. RIP, Hugh.

Janet Abel

March 11, 2014

Dear family, we are sorry for the loss of your dad- God bless, Rev. Janet Abel and Elizabeth Church and St. Louise

JoAnne Thornton

March 11, 2014

Marcia,Zachary,Lauren,Chloe and Joey

Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven
where the love of our lost ones pours through
and shines down upon us to let us know that are happy.
My deepest condolences,

Ellen DeSilva Thompson

March 11, 2014

Janice and entire McGavin family, I am very sorry to hear about your father. May your fond memories comfort you during this difficult time. Warm thoughts and prayers being sent.

March 11, 2014

We are sorry to hear of your loss. We keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Skip and Evelyn

Soozie Messersmith

March 11, 2014

Dear McGavin family, I am so very sorry to hear about your Dad and Grandpa. He was a very special man and will be missed by so many. My heart goes out to all of you at this difficult time and my prayers are with you all.

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