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JOHN CLANCY Obituary

CLANCY, John L. Of Holliston. Beloved husband of Patricia H. (Gillon) Clancy. Son of the late Helen (OConnell) and Dr. Leo J. Clancy. Devoted brother of Edward Clancy of Holliston. Loving father of John Clancy and his wife Karen of Sherborn, Thomas Clancy and his wife Andria of Hingham, Joseph Clancy and his wife Rosanna of Upton, and Anne-Marie Murray and her husband Thomas of Newburyport. Cherished grandfather of John, Samantha and Brian Clancy of Sherborn, Logan and Ava Clancy of Hingham, Joseph and Thomas Clancy of Upton, and Annabel, Quinten, and Thomas Murray of Newburyport. A lifelong Holliston resident, John was a 1951 graduate of St. Michael's College in Winooski, VT. He served honorably in the U.S. Army for two years after college, including active duty in the Korean War. After military service John was employed as a stockbroker in Boston, retiring in 1999 as a Vice President with Morgan Stanley. He married Patricia H. Gillon of Hopedale in 1964 and moved to their home in Holliston where they remained for 50 years of marriage. John was known for his gentle and quiet manner, his patient demeanor, and his kindness. He loved nature and the outdoors, gardening, good books, and walks in the woods with his dogs. Most of all, John treasured his family and time with his ten grandchildren, who became the center of his life. Visitation will be held on Friday, June 27th from 4-8 pm. at the Chesmore Funeral Home, 854 Washington St, HOLLISTON. www.Chesmore FuneralHome.com A funeral mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday at St. Marys Church of Holliston, followed by burial in St. Marys Cemetery

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Published by Boston Globe from Jun. 25 to Jun. 26, 2014.

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September 1, 2017

Sorry and belated condolences from the Redmond Family. Sadly we only recently heard of his passing. I remember him as a kind, gentle and thoughtful man.

Paul Redmond

Gina Skurchak-Rossi

July 19, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a lovely man.

Fito

July 2, 2014

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

FALVEY FAMILY

June 27, 2014

ONE OF THE FINEST MEN WE EVER KNEW.

Jack Rossini

June 26, 2014

I know its a distant connection but I still felt I should extend my condolences for a man I never knew. His dad Dr. Clancy diagnosed me with a life threatening problem in 1963 and I was very lucky to have him there for me on a Sunday morning when I was only 11 years old. Holliston was a different place in those times but for many of us, never forgotten. John, tell your dad thanks for me.

Chuck Wyatt

June 26, 2014

He was just the nicest neighbor on the block. Always had a friendly word. A great guy who will be missed. I enjoyed chatting with him. I know he will be missed by all those around him. Sympathies to his devoted family -- we would frequently see them visiting. A sweet soul who will be missed!

Kevin Clancy

June 26, 2014

Uncle John was one of the most kind, gentle, decent men I have ever known. He will be greatly missed and my sincere condolences go out to Aunt Pat and the entire family.

Kevin

Frank & Roula Besada

June 26, 2014

On behalf of our family, God Bless you and your family and may he rest in peace.

Mark and Jessica Su

June 26, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of John. He truly was a wonderful, kind man. He will be dearly missed.

Marybeth Harmon

June 26, 2014

My love and prayers are with you on the loss of John,your beloved husband,father and grandfather.
What a wonderful man.

Blessings,
Marybeth Harmon

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Jun

27

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Chesmore Funeral Home - Holliston

854 Washington St, Holliston, MA 01746

Jun

28

Funeral Mass

9:00 a.m.

St. Marys Church of Holliston

MA

Jun

28

Burial

St. Marys Cemetery

MA

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Chesmore Funeral Home - Holliston

854 Washington St, Holliston, MA 01746

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