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He met his loving wife Nancy Hurley of Jamaica Plain and married in 1963. They purchased their home in Roslindale shortly after their marriage which spanned 61 years and raised their children Steven (Kathleen Roche) of Milton, Marianne Saleda of Dedham, Carole Collins (Thomas) of Hyde Park, and Jack (Lisa Cormier) of Norwood.
John was blessed with nine grandchildren, Jack, Michael, Megan, Kate, Emily, Colleen, Brendan, Raymond, and Danny, in addition to many loving nieces and nephews. John was a devoted family man, always beaming with pride and enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. He especially loved to attend his grandchildren's sporting events, rain or shine. He loved to share stories about his childhood, his time in the service, and working as the Director of State Elections for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
His legacy is cemented in the love his family has for him and the memories of John that they will hold on to forever.
A Funeral Service will be held at the Brady & Fallon Funeral Home 10 Tower St. (Opp. Forest Hills MBTA Station) Jamaica Plain on Thursday December 5 at 1 PM. Relatives and friends are invited and may visit with his family at the funeral home from 12 noon until 1 pm prior to commencement of the funeral service. Interment will then follow at St. Joseph Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the United Cerebral Palsy in John's name at.https://www.ucp.org
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David E Sullivan
July 19, 2025
I had the honor of serving with John in the state Elections Division for many years. I will never forget his unfailing kindness, his thorough and diligent work, and his support for the Commonwealth's voters. I only recently learned of his passing, but he and his family are in my prayers.
Terry Craven
December 4, 2024
I met Johnny when I was about 11 years old when he married my cousin Nancy . He was my favorite from that moment on and although he always teased me growing up , secretly I loved every tease . He was a genius on election law and as I grew older I loved discussing Boston and national politics with him . Johnny was, simply put , a good man who loved his wife and his children. He lived his life for his family . May all the good memories last forever. We all will miss you Johnny .
Rest in peace my friend , for you truly lived a good life.
Terry Craven & Chris Aylward
Jean and Jim Cahill
December 3, 2024
We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our good friend and neighbor, John. We have over fifty years of memories of the Cloonan family and our family and would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Nancy, her children, grandchildren and relatives. John certainly was a true gentleman and friend to everyone. We are sure that John is now receiving his Eternal Reward that he is so deserving of. Love and prayers, The Cahill Family
The Staff of Brady & Fallon Funeral Home
December 3, 2024
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