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Mr. John Jerome Megrey
1919 - 2014
Mr. John Jerome Megrey
1919 - 2014
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BORN
1919
DIED
2014
John Megrey Obituary
COLUMBIA - Funeral Mass for John J. Megrey, 94, will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 3, 2014, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with final commendation in Greenlawn Memorial Park. The Rosary will be recited at 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, September 2, 2014, at Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel, with visitation following from 6 until 8 p.m.
Mr. Megrey died Thursday, August 28, 2014. Born in Marguerite, Pa., he was a son of the late Andrew Anthony Megrey, Sr. and Mary Cecilia Gumbita Megrey. He was a veteran serving in the Army Air Corp during WWII with Patton’s Army. Prior to retirement he worked for United States Steel, A & P and Colonial Stores. Mr. Megrey was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church since 1954, prior to that he was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Greenville, S.C. and St. Andrews, Myrtle Beach, S.C. At St. Joseph he was a member of the all men’s choir under Madame Baker, past President and Vice President of the Men’s Club; served as usher for 36 years; and at the inception of Cardinal Newman High School he was a board member to represent St. Joseph. He was a life member of: American Legion Post #6, VFW Post #641, and DAV Woodrow Wilson Chapter #4. An avid Gamecock fan, he was 2004 Gamecock Club Fan of the Year and attended every Gamecock game in and out of town for 37 years, riding on Wayward Bus. A member of USC Alumni Gamecock Club, Tip Off Club, and Touchdown Club. He was also a past board member of the Navigator Corp. and Christopher Towers and member of Knights of Columbus Bishop England Council 724 3rd and 4th Degrees, Jednota 388; Columbia Country Club, Fort Jackson, Sedgewood Country Club; Marguerite Volunteer Fire Department.
Surviving are his daughters Cecilia M. Gallery (Michael J.) of Bakersville, N.C., Mary Lou Adams (Stan) of North Myrtle Beach; grandchildren, Marion Ashley Carmichael (Shawn), Wade Hampton Britt, IV (Abby), Wendy Foltz (Donald), Stan Adams, Jr. (Robin); great-grandchildren, Julian Wade Carmichael, Wade Hampton Britt V, Hunter Adams, Cameron Adams, Kelsey Adams, Lauren Foltz, Christopher Foltz; numerous nieces and nephews; special friend, June Hicks; and loving caregiver, Mary Poe.
He was predeceased by his wife, Lula Mae Lawrence Megrey; and his four brothers, Andrew M., Joseph A., Michael A. and Albert L. Megrey.
Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church, 3600 Devine Street, Columbia, SC 29205 or to a charity of one’s choice.
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Charlene Kehl
September 5, 2014
Cecilia
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at the loss of your father. Hugs and kisses to you and Michael. See you both soon in the mountains where we can sit and share memories of your Mom and Dad.
Gerard Megrey
September 2, 2014
Sissy and Lou:
The deepest sympathy from my family and me. Always appreciated your mom and dad's treatment of me when I was in the service. It meant alot. Both will be in our prayers.
Rick & Mimi Ackerman
September 2, 2014
Mary Lou and Cecilia, we are very sorry to hear about John. He was our neighbor for 41 years and was one of the finest men we have ever known. As Mimi has said on many occasions, he was probably the best Dad anybody could ever have. We know you will really miss him and we will too. Really enjoyed visiting him when we got back to Columbia. May peace be with you.
Robert Megrey
September 1, 2014
Cecilia and Mary Lou, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. He was a wonderful Husband, Father, and Grandpa. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you and your families.
Love,
Bob Megrey
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Jimmy & BJ Lovelace
September 1, 2014
Our prayers are with your family. He was a great man and we will miss him. God bless.
August 31, 2014
Cecilia, thank you for informing me about John. I was privileged to know him as a good friend for many years. My deepest sympathy to you, Mary Lou and your families. --Carlton Morton, Anaheim, CA
August 31, 2014
Cecilia, We were so sorry to hear about your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of loss.
God Bless,
John and Margaret Nauful
Eileen Sullivan
August 31, 2014
Cecilia, Mary Lou, & family,
I am so sorry to hear of the death of your father. Your Dad was a wonderful man, & I enjoyed talking to him after 8:15 Mass at St. Joseph's. Your parents and mine were the best of friends for many, many years. May your Dad rest in eternal peace & be reunited with your Mom. God bless you all. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
Perry and Allyson Jeffcoat
August 31, 2014
We are sorry about the death of Mr. Megrey. We thank him for his service to our country, fighting to rid our world of tyranny, cruelty, and injustice. We owe so much to "The Greatest Generation". We hope and pray that family and loved ones will find strength and comfort in your faith and your memories.
Catherine Megrey
August 31, 2014
Sissie, Marylou and family, so sorry to hear about Uncle John. He was a great man, and I will miss his phone calls. Hugs to you all. I will have prayers and a mass said for him. I'm sure Aunt Mae is tickled pink they are together again. God bless. Wish I could have made it down for the service.
LEE M
August 31, 2014
Losing John, my best friend at Forest Pines, makes me sad.
Michelle Abraham
August 30, 2014
Sissy, Mary Lou and family....our deepest sympathies to you all. Uncle John will always be in our hearts. I am sure that my dad, Uncle Joe, Uncle Al and Uncle Andy were there to greet him. You all are in our thoughts and prayers!
David Megrey
August 30, 2014
Cecilia, Mary Lou and Family,
I was heartbroken to hear the news about Uncle John. He was one of my favorite Uncles. Always had a smile on his face and a kind word to say. Our condolences go out to you and your families. I'll keep a good thought for him these next few days & say a prayer for him.
Love,
Dave & Kim Megrey
Pam Grady
August 29, 2014
Mary Lou and Stan we are so sorry for your loss. We loved John and all his stories. He helped fill my heart when I lost my dad.1992. The only comfort I have right now is that he is with his love of his life Mae. We love you all and will keep you in our prayers
Please find comfort that he is with his wife and he is happy.
I hope he can meet my parents!
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