Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1959
DIED
2016
Johnny McNamara Obituary
Born December 15, 1959 in Anchorage, Alaska to Joseph and Bernadean McNamara, John lived in several states before his family re-homed in Kansas.
On February 1, 1985, he married Lisa Mallory at the Baptist Temple in Pittsburg. She survives at the home.
John was a press operator for The Morning Sun for 33 years before retiring in 2015.
John was an avid fisherman and enjoyed camping. His recent pastimes were his grandchildren.
In addition to his wife, survivors include his mother Bernadean "RaeAnn" McNamara, Arma; son Mark McNamara & Megan Collins, grandson Kayden McNamara of Wichita; daughter Sara McNamara & Richard Carroll, grandchildren Lilly & Jacob Carroll of Pittsburg; brother Robert McNamara and family of Pittsburg; sister Linda Miller and family of Pittsburg; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 2nd at Cornerstone Church, 405 South Locust, Pittsburg with Pastor Allen Parker and Roger John Rank officiating. His remains will be buried at a private family service at a later date.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Johnny McNamara
2 Entries
April 3, 2016
Condolences and deepest sympathy Lisa Ann,my heart goes out to you. Julie Mallory
Tammy Cleffman/ Whitter
March 27, 2016
Sending flowers to be in my presence since I am unable!
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results
Make a Donation
in Johnny McNamara's name
Memorial Events
for Johnny McNamara
How to support Johnny's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Johnny McNamara's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
