John Blaney

John Blaney obituary, Winsted, CT

John Blaney

John Blaney Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Montano-Shea Funeral Home - Winsted on Jan. 9, 2026.
John Joseph Blaney of Norfolk, CT passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026 with his beloved partner of 20 years Janice Jones at his side, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on December 14,1961 to Lawrence (Deceased) and Patricia Blaney, he was the oldest of 4 children.
John had a career as a building official for the town of Roxbury CT for many years. He was a graduate of Yorktown High School.
He is survived by his mother Patricia Blaney, sister Diane McCarron (John), brothers Larry Blaney and Christian Blaney, nephews Patrick McCarron, Kevin McCarron (Laney), and niece Bridget McCarron, great nieces and nephews, Aunt Peggy Blaney and many cousins.
John will be remembered for his zest for life, sense of humor, generosity, and his love of dogs, music, the outdoors and motorcycles. There are no calling hours, but a celebration of life will take place in the coming months.
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