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JOHN LENNON Obituary
Age 72, of Ross Township, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, May 19, 2019. He was the beloved husband of Mary Jo for 41 wonderful years. His greatest joy in life was his family, both here in Pittsburgh and in Arizona, where they maintained a second residence. He and Mary Jo enjoyed the winter months there, spending time with their kids and grandkids, golfing and enjoying the warm weather. Loving father of John (Sue), Lorraine "Sissy" (Warren), and Sandy (Carl); stepfather of Thomas, Helen (Lani), Matthew (Nilza) and Timothy (Lisa); brother of William (Donna); grandfather of 19 and great-grandfather of nine; preceded in death by his loving mother, Delores; father, Lawrence; brother, Lawrence (Kathy); and grandson, Warren John; also survived by nieces, nephews and dear friends. Jack was Chief of Security at Dixmont State Hospital until 1984 then became a patrolman at Emsworth Borough, Ohio Twp., and eventually Kilbuck Twp. He was appointed Chief of Police of Kilbuck Township in 1987, which merged with Ben Avon and Ben Avon Heights. He was president of Allegheny County Chiefs of Police Association in 1998 and was also president of the Western Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association in 1999. Jack was active for many years with Kops for Kids Charities, especially the annual fundraiser golf outing at Shannopin Country Club. After his career in law enforcement, Jack started several local, small businesses. Together with his wife, they were the proprietors of Custard's First Stand and with his brother, Bill, of B & J Golf Carts. In addition, selling Christmas trees from their lot on Camp Horne Road was a family tradition for many years. Friends will be received Wednesday and Thursday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the the LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 460 Lincoln Ave., Bellevue. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Teresa of Avila Church. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kops for Kids Charities, 139 Adele Rd., Pgh., PA 15237.
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HERMAINE MUNO
May 29, 2019
Jack was the brother-in-law of my sister, Pat. Butch. I really liked Jack. Sorry for your loss.
Maggie Beeler Pople
May 25, 2019
So sorry Mary Jo, I just saw this. So many great memories of times with Jack. He was my first boss and taught me so many lessons that still apply today.
Pat Waugaman
May 25, 2019
Hi maryjo so sorry for your loss I just saw you and jack 2 months ago he just got out of hospital same time as my husband . Hadn't seen you for awhile glad I was able to give you both a hug so blessed to have known jack he helped so many people that no one even knew about . Both you and jack helped me when I did fund raiser for carol hanselman when she had leukemia years ago. I will always remember your kindness and support. Also always best Christmas trees!! Good memories thank you
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Bill Barrett
May 22, 2019
Lennon Family,
We are sharing in your sadness as you remember Jack. Please accept my sincere condolences.
When you are born, you cry, and the world rejoices. When you die, you rejoice, and the world cries.
Bridget Bunce
May 22, 2019
So sorry to hear,may he rest in peace, prayers for his family and friends during this difficult time thank you for your service .
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Eddie & Cy Selzer
May 22, 2019
Mary Jo and family our condolences and prayers. Jack and I go back a long time. He will be missed. I will still have my memories of all the Chief conventions and Kops for Kids. He will be remembered always.
Alexis Lennon-Detwiler
May 22, 2019
I can remember Uncle Jack letting me run the cash register when I was a little girl at the custard stand...he always called me baby or angel! So sorry Aunt Mary Jo for your loss
May 22, 2019
Please accept my deepest condolences in the loss of your dear loved one. 1 Corinthians 15:26 id
Tim Haney
May 22, 2019
My condolences to Mary Jo and the rest of the family. Thank you Jack for great memories and a lot of history. God Speed my friend.
Jack & Sis Cooley
May 21, 2019
Our condolences to Mary Jo and the rest of the Lennon family. May God take care of you and Jack!
Love,
Jack & Sis
Patricia Clark
May 21, 2019
Jack and Mary Jo have been my closest friends for many years.
Jack will be missed. My deepest sympathy to Mary Jo and their families. Love, Pat Clark, Boca Raton Florida
Mary Helen Hutchins
May 21, 2019
Jack was security chief at Dixmont when I worked there as a "Switchboard Operator" (at an actual switchboard) from 1975 to closing in 1984. I have fond memories; he had a great personality.
Larry Lennon
May 21, 2019
So sorry to hear of my Uncle Jack's passing. My condolences Mary Jo. Uncle Jack was a good man. I can hear his boisterous laugh as I'm writing this
James Kevan
May 21, 2019
Condolences to all of Jack's family. He was a good friend and a good man. I will miss him a lot. We had many good times at Custerds cruises and the final bond fire cruise. May God bless you and your family. See you in heaven. Love , Jim Kevan
May 21, 2019
My sympathy to the Lennon family.
Jack was a great person who had a good sense of humor. Jack loved his wife Mary Jo and his family. Jack was a good Police Officer and Police Chief. Jack was a friend and mentor to me when I first started out in police work with Emsworth & Kilbuck Twp police departments. Jack loved being a policeman and he encouraged and inspired those he worked with and supervised.
Chief thanks for being a friend and for all the help you gave me over the years. May you rest in peace
Don Fanning Phoenix AZ
Rick & Barb Craig
May 21, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Greg Stewart
May 21, 2019
Jack
You hired me in 1987 to be a policemen with the newly formed
Kilbuck Twp PD. I learned a lot from being a policemen in Kilbuck Twp. I miss those days of traffic and stopping people for the craziness that goes on then and now. I also miss the other part of
being a policemen helping people in need. I miss the officers and
other personnel of the dept. You did a great job and although we
did have some differences, I have always respected you as a Chief and fellow police officer.
May you rest in peace and I hope your family celebrates your life.
Greg Stewart Badge #8
kathy swinny
May 21, 2019
My prayers are with the family
May 21, 2019
Chief you where always so good to me!!!! If it wasn't for you if probably be dead by now from ex husband! Thank you I will never forget you. I love you! Fly high chief!
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