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John J. McCusker Obituary

McCusker John J. Age 80, on March 27, 2025. Owner of McCusker Tavern for 56 years. Beloved father of Katie McCusker (Valerie Londergan), Douglas McCusker (Anna Donofrio), and Ryan McCusker. Brother of the late Joseph, Andrew and James. Dear brother-in-law of Alice and Betty. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Thursday 6 P.M. to 8 P.M. and Friday 9 A.M. at St. Monica Church, 17th and Ritner Street. Funeral Mass Friday 10 A.M. Interment SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery. Family request donations to St. Monica Church, 2422 So. 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145. RUFFENACH F.H.

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on Mar. 30, 2025.

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Bob Viola

May 16, 2025

Dear McCusker family. I just found out about dad´s passing. I am so very sorry because your dad and I became good friends after a rocky start since he hated miller lite. I have nothing but great memories and the highest regard for your dad. Please express my sincere regrets to your family. Bob Viola

Marian Bayus

April 2, 2025

John and I were girlfriend and boyfriend for many, many years. He will be sorely missed

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Babe Dinan

March 30, 2025

Johnny and I were friends over 80 years. We went to school together for 12 years. We played together. We went to the "Broadway" together. Lots of memories too many to mention here. I will miss him. Babe Dinan

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6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

St. Monica Church

17th and Ritner Street, PA

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Viewing

9:00 a.m.

St. Monica Church

17th and Ritner Street, PA

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St. Monica Church

17th and Ritner Street, PA

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2101 S 21st St, Philadelphia, PA 19145

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