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1958
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2020
Jack O'Leary Obituary
WORCESTER - On Thursday, August 13, 2020, Jack O'Leary (61), loving husband and father of 4 children, passed away at home.
Jack (John) Francis O'Leary was born in Worcester, August 29, 1958 to Francis J. and Joyce C. (Amidon) O'Leary. He lived in Worcester his whole life. Jack met his childhood sweetheart; Louise 48 years ago, and they married on June 25, 1977, and had several children. Jack was preceded in death by his father, Francis Joseph O'Leary, his mother, Joyce C. Amidon, and his son, Francis Joseph O'Leary.
He is survived by his wife Louise M (Sherwin) O'Leary, his three daughters, Stephanie L. Blackstone, Jillian M. Taylor, and Rebecca A. Allen, his 5 sisters, Susan J. Beshaw, Patricia M. Peloquin, Tina-Marie MacManus, Sherril A. Rankfalla, Cynthia J. Lane, and 11 beloved grandchildren.
He attended and graduated from Burncoat Jr. and Senior High School. After high school, Jack enlisted and served honorably in the U.S. Navy. Jack was a security officer at the headquarters of Allmerica insurance company and later the Hanover Insurance Co. in Worcester, where he worked for 34 years.
He was also a member of the TIARA (The Irish Ancestral Research Association), the SARA (Swedish Ancestral Research Association), the Shrewsbury Historical Society, The Heart Brothers Foundation and an active member of Bethlehem Bible Church.
He had a passion for genealogy, bird watching, carpentry, camping, fishing and hiking, history, an avid reader and a love of Ireland. But most of all he loved to spend time with his family, he was the one you could always turn to for anything. He was also known for his Irish stubbornness.
A private funeral will be held on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at Bethlehem Bible Church.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to be sent to The Heart Brothers Foundation or Bethlehem Bible Church.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jack O'Leary
Sandy Gwyther
October 8, 2024
Louise and family, I just found out about Jack and my heart goes out to you. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Hope and Esther Abisamra
August 11, 2021
Jack had a wonderful faith in his Savior, a comforting thought at this time. We continue to pray for his loved ones. The picture of Jack in his beloved Ireland is special.
BrianTucker
April 27, 2021
I just found out about Jack.I am so sorry for your lost.Jack and I worked at Hanover .
Nancy Temple Welch
August 25, 2020
Haven't seen Jack since high school, many moons ago. It was nice to get in touch with him recently after so many years.
Jack was a man of amazing faith so I know he is in heaven with Jesus. He also had such a love for Ancestry and I am sure he has all the family answers he ever wanted, meeting all the family that he search for so many years.
The hard part is the family and friends that he left behind. He loved his family so dearly and he was loved by so many friends.
Thoughts and prayers are with all his family and friends.
Holly Hemming
August 24, 2020
Louise and family...I am so sorry to learn of your loss of Jack. May you find comfort and peace in knowing Jack is with the Lord, whom he served so faithfully. Sending you my love and prayers
Steve Dion
August 21, 2020
For many years, Jack was the first person I interacted with when arriving at work, always a smile, always a laugh and how he loved to boast about his family. Great conversations were had at Jacks security desk, lots of laughs - I have often thought about Jack, how he loved to see my kids when I stopped by on my day off or the weekend if he HAD to work, God Bless you Jack, the fights over brother, now you get to watch over all those you loved so very much. Rest in Peace my friend, I am better off having known you.
Barbara (Dzingavitch) Laconto
August 21, 2020
Patti and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jackie's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara (Dzingavitch) Laconto
Ruben Guadalupe
August 21, 2020
From the time I met Jack in the Hanover security team. I admired his dedication and desire to things of importance, well being of others. He had great stories in which many were uplifting and encouraging. He has received the call, finished the race, kept the faith. R.I.P. Jack. Prayers and thoughts to the family.
Brenda Peri
August 20, 2020
Jack was an amazing man who fought hard to the end. He was a great father and husband. It was truly an honor to have known him. Love to all his family and friends!
Alice and Phil Bernard
August 19, 2020
Louise, Stephanie, Jill, Becky, and family as well as our dear cousins; Words cannot express our sympathies at this time. We lift you all up in our prayers. May you find comfort in the most loving Heart of Jesus. May Jack rest now in peace and may perpetual Light shine upon Him. Love to all.
chris orrico
August 19, 2020
My deepest sympathy to Jack's family.I sat behind Jack in homeroom 7-12 grade. I think Chuck Nowlin from WZLX sat in front of him.Jack was the nicest guy in the room.We had some good laughs.Homeroom was a good time back then...I only wish I had kept in touch with him after high school..R.I.P. Jack.
Mary Diggins
August 18, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. He was a wonderful, helpful, friendly, knowledgeable Security Guard at Hanover..... my sympathy to his family.
Michelle Champoux
August 18, 2020
Jack was so welcoming when the Champoux's joined the family! What a smile! So interested in everyone and everything. Loved his sense of humor -just the right amount of wicked! Not everyone truly shares other people's happiness; Jack clearly did. His grin as he watched family at a gathering was contagious! His is a generous heart, a generous spirit. It will live on. I send love to you, Louise, and your wonderful family!!! Proud to be part of your extended circle!
Hope and Esther Abisamra
August 18, 2020
Please accept our deepest sympathy. May God comfort Jack’s family.
Nancy-Jo LaMonica
August 18, 2020
Louise and family. Special prayers go out to you in your loss. May you find comfort in remembering all the happy times you shared with Jackie as a loving husband and dad and grandfather.
Liz Sullivan
August 18, 2020
I’m so sorry for your loss.
George
August 18, 2020
Rest in peace my Facebook friend I'll miss you on Facebook
Sue franchi
August 18, 2020
Susan, Cindy, Sherri, Tina & Patti,
How lucky, Jackie was to have such great sisters to cheer him day by day.
May you all find comfort in the memories you hold close to your hearts.
Our deepest sympathy,
Sue & Rocco Franchi
Scott Blakeney
August 18, 2020
I remember Jack from HS and he was always a good guy. After many years I ran into Jack at Hanover and was glad to have had the opportunity to become friends again. R.I.P. Jack
Susan franchi
August 18, 2020
Louise & family,
We are so sorry to hear of Jackie’s passing. May the happy memories comfort you in the days ahead.
Our deepest sympathy,
Rocco & Sue Franchi
Nancy-Jo LaMonica
August 18, 2020
May you find eternal peace Jackie.
Only knew you as a very young man. A good young man.
Paul Benoit
August 17, 2020
Jack had to endure more hardship in life than anyone else I’ve ever known. That he was able to do so and to create, with Louise, such a loving family is testament to the man that he was.
Robert a.kincaid
August 17, 2020
RIP, the pain, the surgeries, the meds,are all gone now.rest qith our lord & may peace be with you
John Sherwin
August 17, 2020
To my brother-in-law Jack, your strengths were the solid foundation of which your family was built upon. It spread not only to a new generation but thru the rest of our family. Your duty to family and church knew no bounds. We were all blessed by your leadership, your love will be surly missed.
Phil Barter
August 17, 2020
Always like Jack, new him forever.
Lynn & Bill Murphy and Melissa Maxham:
August 17, 2020
Jack's love for his family was deep and abiding. He was a wonderful person and had a passion for living and for learning. He will be sorely missed by everyone that knew him.
Pattie Peloquin
August 17, 2020
My favorite picture of him. I’m so glad he got to go to his beloved Ireland.
My heart hurts baby brother. I know you are in a better place. Happy, healthy and back together with Mum, Dad, Frankie and a long list of others.
Fly free with your angels. Until we meet again, I will always be looking for your cardinals.
Love you more
You will always be O’LEARY STRONGEST!!!
Sherri & Bob
August 17, 2020
Louise, Steph, Jill & Becky,
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. We know you all have your own special memories-keep them close.
Love to you.
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