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John Shingle Obituary
Jack was a graduate of Upper Darby High School. He was the Administrator of Residence and Truancy for the Upper Darby School District. Jack Coached CYO football for numerous teams, especially St. Laurence. He was also the head football coach for Upper Darby High School and the assistant coach for Cardinal O'Hara High School.
Jack not only coached, but he worked with the troubled youth. He was also the 4th District Councilman in Upper Darby for 20 years. Jack served the people of Upper Darby faithfully, serving on many committees and organizations. Jack always made sure to spend quality time with his family whom he loved dearly, especially his grandchildren.
Jack was the loving husband of Dorothy M. Shingle (nee D'Andrea), dear father of Dorothy McGinn (Joe) and John L. Shingle III (Charlene). He was the dear brother of Robert, Joan, and the late Loretta Lukens. Jack is the grandfather of Shannon McGinn (Frank Stinger), Joseph McGinn III, Matthew Ryan Shingle, and John L. Shingle IV, and great grandfather of Hailey and Shane Stinger.
Relatives and Friends are invited to his visitation Thursday, February 18, 2016 9:30-11:00 AM St. Laurence Church, St. Laurence Church, 8245 West Chester Pike, Upper Darby, PA followed by his Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM. Interment Private.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association Delaware Valley Chapter, 399 Market Street, Suite 102, Philadelphia, PA 19106.
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christine stahl
February 18, 2016
Jack you were truly one in a million. You will be missed by all who knew you.
Ro
February 17, 2016
Spanky:
So sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers to everyone
Kevin & Kate Ostien
February 17, 2016
So sorry to hear of your loss. The Shingle/McGinn Families are in our prayers.
Janet & Frank Heller
February 16, 2016
To have known Jack was to love him! One of a kind. We were fortunate to have 3 boys play CYO football at St Lawrence under Jack. Many a night I watched practice and saw how Jack coached the kids. He could yell and correct a kid for his mistake and immediately follow his yelling with his signature big smile. The kids loved him. On a trip home from a gam3e in Lancaster County I rode with Jack, Jack L and Nick C, and I never laughed so long and hard in my life. A trip I'll never forget. Rest in heavenly peace Jack, you earned it!
Maria Duffy
February 16, 2016
Heartfelt sympathies to the Shingle family. We mourn with you. We worked with Jack for a number of years providing the wonderful children of Upper Darby an opportunity to play sports. Jack blocked, we ran. It was a pleasure and a privilege. He will be remembered always.
With Sympathy,
Jim and Maria Duffy
Bill Johnston
February 16, 2016
Extremely sorry for your loss.
Joe Mylotte, Jr.
February 16, 2016
Thoughts and prayers to the Shingle family.
Carlo D'Orazio
February 16, 2016
Jack was always willing to be a guest speaker when I was teaching American Government at Upper Darby High School.
The students loved his colorful stories about Upper Darby football and his experiences in Upper Darby government.
Dan Heller
February 16, 2016
Coach, thanks for teaching me the right way to play football. You would scream if a kid tackled with his head down! I remember one day we ran every play wrong with our ------ white cleats. You kicked the ball so far i think it is still going. Band aids on helmets if you got the wind knocked out of you. I miss those days and hope kids today have as much fun as we did with you, Jack L, and Nick C.
RIP.
Dan H
Vince Natale
February 15, 2016
My deepest condolences to the entire Shingle Family. Jack was a friend to all in my family. If you 'knew' him, you loved him. A great coach, public servant, family man and friend. We'll meet again Jack, 'til then you will be missed.
February 15, 2016
Dear Dot and family. Very sorry about your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Dearly,
Luis and Nannette Arriaga
Beth Budzilowicz
February 15, 2016
A great man who worked tirelessly for his community. You will be missed Jack.
The Tierney-Budzilowicz family
Martin Cappelletti
February 15, 2016
Jack provided a very strong and positive influence as my St. Laurence football coach. Young and energetic he was a taskmaster with a light touch. Always had a good word for everybody. He will be missed. Marty Cappelletti
Ed Williams
February 15, 2016
Dotty, our deepest condolences to you and your family.. As we all know your Dad had a whole lot of folks consider Coach Shingle family.. His beautiful smile and positive attitude was contagious..Thoughts and prayers.. God Bless.
The Williams Family
Nancy Lawville
February 15, 2016
He was a good man with a contagious smile. In the difficult days ahead, may you find comfort in all your wonderful memories. RIP Jack.
Jon Smolens
February 15, 2016
Our condolences to the Shingle Family. I coached many years with HPKAA with Eddie Egan and St. Laurence with john Hart. Jack would take time to speak to the team every year before the season . and give out pins. This was always a high light. that he took the time ment all the world to us.. RIP Jackie boy. Jon Smolens
Jon Smolens
February 15, 2016
My condolences to the Shingle family. Jack never failed to speak to our team while Eddie Egan and i were coaching for HPKAA and St. Laurence with john Hart before every season. He was one of the reasons i coached. RIP Jackie Boy
Denise Majoros
February 14, 2016
So sorry for your loss! May he rest in peace.Denise Majoros
J.C. Griners
February 14, 2016
Our deepest to the Jack Shingle family.
February 14, 2016
Love Jack he was a great guy I am in Fl wish I could be there so sorry
Betty Sue Cressman....MEC
February 14, 2016
Dottie,
I'm so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I know how much you love him. Prayers to you and your family.
Joe Natale
February 14, 2016
It was an honor to have you as a coach. Thank you Jack, for being a man of quality.
My condolences Dot, to you and your family.
LOWELL LANSHE
February 14, 2016
Dottie, so sorry to hear of Jack passing, I went to school with Jack back in Transfigueing days and hung out with him when he lived on Thomas Ave in philly,and when he moved to Lansdowne Ave, I lived right across the street from you.And when he come to Bonner for a interview for the football coaching job i was a basketball coach at the time and i put a good word in for him.So i knew him very well and was a great guy and he will be miss by all.
Angel Perachio
February 14, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the entire Shingle family....I spent some time with Jack...when he was a councilman..he wanted me to work with him...God rest him...such a nice man....to Jack 111...who is the only family member I know and spent time with him and my husband enjoying a beer.....my heart is with you my friend and I wish you and your family all of God's peace. Angel Perachio
Frank Schaeffer
February 14, 2016
Mr Shingle you were one of the nicest men i ever met and a great coach and mentor to me and many others at udhs. I will miss you but i know your up in heaven watching over all of us from above you worked hard you deserve the rest god bless you my friend.
Jim Wigo
February 14, 2016
I'll block, you run, Jack. Rest in peace.
Joanne Henry
February 14, 2016
Dottie, so sad to see this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Carl Ippoliti
February 14, 2016
Good man with integrity.
Eileen Light-Friel
February 14, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with his family .
Georgette Buck
February 14, 2016
So sad Jack was a great caring man. He went above and beyond. He would go too my house, just to make sure my son would be at school. Only to find out later. My son would sometimes have my daughter lock it. So he could not get in. Rest in peace. To the family. prayers said angels sent.
Patty Leggett
February 14, 2016
Just want the Shingle family to know how sorry I am to hear about the passing of their family patriarch.I only met him when his son Jack and his family moved to our little town of Rutledge (mayberry). I saw how involved he and his wife were in there grandchildrens lives. They just about adopted my son Nickel. He was there for every Shingle family event.When I found out that he was ill with Altzhimers they didn't miss a beat. They rallied as a family. Just like there dad always said. "I'll block you run". They didn't hide they brought awareness to the disease that was taking their dad away from them. They had fundraisers for research that would help others just like their dad spent his life dedicated to helping others. He was a selfless man who made a difference in so many lives. He will be greatly missed by his Rutledge family. I love you all.
Andy Burbage
February 13, 2016
A great man and a better friend!I worked alongside Jack for so many years.At Child Guidance in the early years, he frequently referred kids for therapeutic help. Later as a truancy prevention caseworker, we worked together in district court.He was tireless and one of the most dedicated people I ever met. Loved him so much!Miss you Jack. Enjoy the cosmos!
Fran Lanni
February 13, 2016
Jack you were a great man. We met at the Pflaumet compound in Wildwood. We had a blast. RIP JACK...
February 13, 2016
My greatest memory of Jack is when he would sit on the beach, wrapped in a towel just quietly smiling a he watched his family and friends around him!
Sharon Burr
February 13, 2016
Rest in peace Mr Shingle. A true legand. You will truly be missed.
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