John Downes Obituary
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our uncle, John J. Downes, who died peacefully at home in New York City on August 3, 2025 at the age of 91 years old. He was born on August 24, 1933 in Pallaskenry, Co Limerick, Ireland to James Downes and Margaret Downes (nee O'Rourke). John was a loving uncle, brother, and friend. He will be deeply missed by his long-time companion/friend/partner, Zachary Pappas, as well as many nieces and nephews, including more than 15 great nieces and nephews, and 3 great-great nephews.
John Downes was predeceased by his siblings, Margaret, Bridget, Thomas, Marie, Kathleen, James, Teresa, and Joseph.
A funeral mass (no wake/viewing) will be held at St Monica's Church (413 East 79th St., NY, NY) on August 7, 2025 at 10am, followed by burial at Gate of Heaven Cemetery (10 W. Stevens Ave, Hawthorne, NY).
John J. Downes
Visitation:
Thursday
August 7th, 2025
8:45 A.M. to 9:30 A.M.
John Krtil Funeral Home
1297 1st Avenue
New York, NY 10021
Funeral Mass:
Thursday
August 7th, 2025
10:00 A.M
St. Monica's Church
413 East 79th Street
New York, NY 10075
Burial:
Thursday
August 7th, 2025
11:45 A.M.
Gate of Heaven Cemetery
Hawthorne, NY
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