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John Cullen Obituary

CULLEN Attorney John F. "Jack", of Boston, passed away peacefully, after a brief illness, on February 17, 2018, at the age of 76. Born and raised in Boston, John graduated from Boston Trade School. He then went on to earn his Bachelor's Degree from Northeastern University. John had worked as a writer at the Boston Globe for many years, while attending Suffolk Law School to earn his Law Degree. After graduating from Suffolk, the Law Office of John F. Cullen was located in Charlestown. John was a "Sparky" and Firefighter enthusiast. He built a full size replica of Boston's Engine 21 firehouse on his property in NH with restored fire trucks and equipment. A devoted husband, father and grandfather, John will be greatly missed by all who were blessed to have known him. John was the beloved husband of Edye Fay. Loving father of Craig Cullen and his wife Larisa Johnston of Apex, NC and Sean Cullen of Nashua, NH. Devoted brother of Frank Cullen of Newton, Nancy McCadden of Falmouth and Ellen Baxter of Bermuda. Dear "Papa" to Caden John Cullen. Former husband of Prudy Cullen of Scituate. Reposing at the Cartwright-Venuti Funeral Home, 845 Washington Street, Braintree. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, February 23, at 12:00 Noon. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Thursday, February 22, from 4:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. Burial in the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in John's name to the Leary Firefighters Foundation, 568 Broadway #601, New York, NY 10012. For directions or to leave a sympathy message for the family, visit www.cartwrightfuneral.com.

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Published by Boston Herald on Feb. 21, 2018.

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Kelli-ann Reilly

February 3, 2022

I will always remember Jack for his kind and caring heart. I met SO many awesome people while working in his Law Firm back in 1994-1996. What an HONOR to call him a friend. Rest Easy Mr. Cullen ... you are GREATLY missed xxxx

Margi McPherson

November 1, 2021

I am so sorry I missed your passing. You were one of the kindest people I have known. I will never forget how you were there for me and my family when we did not know which way to turn. My sister and I will never forget you. You will always be in our prayers.

Richard Bergeron

February 14, 2019

Hard to believe it has been a year. Jack was a good man.

Dick Bergeron

August 4, 2018

I Recently learned of Jack's passing. He was a great guy and loved the Fire Community. You will be missed, RIP.

John Kaufman

March 12, 2018

Jack gave me my start as a law clerk in his Boston office in 1983 when he was practicing with his partner, Timothy O'Connell. Just read about his sad passing and wanted to express my condolences. I practiced law (criminal defense) in Pittsfield, Mass from 1985 to 2011 when I retired and moved to Hong Kong to teach wing chun kung fu. Jack loved life and was a "larger than life" personality. He will be missed.

Jane Grogan

February 24, 2018

Rest in the arms of the angels my dear friend. You made the world a better place and you will be greatly missed.

Ellie Seaton Beth

February 22, 2018

To Craig and Sean,

I have very fond memories of your dad when you guys were young. He was so devoted to you both and always made me laugh when we were together. I'm so sorry for Your loss

Fondly,

Ellie

Paul Recupero

February 22, 2018

To Edie and Family

I am sorry for your loss. Jack will be greatly missed by all. A Great man.

February 21, 2018

To Edye and the family of Jack --

I remember meeting Jack for the first time at Billy McCarthy's office in Charlestown. He was a most charming guy -- not because he was seeking favor, but because he was a Mensch in the most estimable sense of the word.

We became fast friends. During the years I knew him, we worked together, traded confidences, spoke about the classics and philosophy. He was a very learned man. And funny, even when he was angry. One could not have a better friend than Jack Cullen.

One of my fondest memories is the time I spent at Jack and Edye's New Hampshire home. I had the firehouse entirely to myself and would rise at first light to collect wild blueberries for Edye.

I know you can hear me, Jack: I'm grateful for all the help and support
you so freely gave.

Edye, know that Jack will always be in my heart and mind.

Tom Heffernon
Acton
One of my fondest memories

Connie Marques

February 21, 2018

My condolences to Edye, may god give you the strength to deal with this loss. he will be missed
May he rest in Peace.

Love Connie

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Karim and Leila Fawaz

February 21, 2018

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Sandra Nunez

February 21, 2018

What can I say about Jack..... every time he would come to visit Edye at work he had to have his hug. When I came up to visit last summer he had tears of Joy in his eyes, he always made me feel loved by him, He was such a nice guy, he will be missed. My condolences to Edye, may god give you the strength to deal with this loss.
May he rest in Peace.
Love you Edye.
Sandra Nuñez

Bob Riley

February 20, 2018

My friend Jack....you will be so missed by me and so many....thank you for all your words of wisdom during so many trying times...thank you for the laughs you brought during so many conversations...you will always be that great special friend to so me and so many others....You brought so much joy to the many lives you touched...Until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand.

John Lopes

February 20, 2018

We were so glad that Jack was able to marry us two years ago this month. He and Edye made this private ceremony so personal for us. We will miss his sense of humor and friendship.

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