John J. Clancy

John J. Clancy obituary

John J. Clancy

John Clancy Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Clayton Funeral Home, Inc. - Kings Park on Sep. 3, 2025.

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John Clancy passed away peacefully at his home with his 3 children by his side.

John Clancy was born in Ireland and came to America at the age of 4. He lived in Kings Park since then. John was one of eleven bothers and sisters. He retired from the Town of Smithtown Highway Department as a heavy equipment operator. He is predeceased by his wife Linda Clancy. He is survived by his daughter Caren Turza and husband Willie, son John Clancy, son Michael Clancy and wife Brooke.

He has 4 grandchildren Jake, Olivia, Patrice and Liam. The love he had for his family is unmeasurable and he will be missed more than word can say.

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