John J. McCune Jr.

John J. McCune Jr. obituary, North Reading, MA

John J. McCune Jr.

John McCune Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cota Funeral Home & Cremation Service on Mar. 1, 2025.

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John J. McCune of Somerset, MA
December 11, 1934 - February 27, 2025
John was born and raised in Medford, MA. He graduated from Medford High School. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy, serving in North Africa and Cuba.
John spent his entire career working for the City of Somerville as a police officer. Of his many professional milestones, he proudly held his graduation from the FBI National Academy as a noteworthy accomplishment. John retired from the department at the rank of Captain.
In his day, John loved to read. He was committed to his physical fitness and enjoyed running, later walking, and even cycling well into his 80's! He stayed busy, always working on projects around the house or offering assistance to friends who needed a helping hand. During quiet times, he enjoyed an occasional 2 fingers of Scotch.
John is predeceased by his wife Mary. He is survived by his sons John and wife Stephanie of Wilmington, Mark of Somerset, Glenn and his wife Sheila of Westerly, RI, as well as his brother James of Somerville and many nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Services are private. John will be laid to rest at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne.
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March 5, 2025

Paul Upton posted to the memorial.

March 5, 2025

Jonathan, Niki, Simon and Tim planted trees.

March 4, 2025

Mary Pennucci posted to the memorial.

Paul Upton

March 5, 2025

My sincere condolences to Jack and the McCune family. I worked under Captain McCune´s command in both patrol and detective units. Captain McCune was hard charging and demanding of those he led. Professionalism honestly and integrity were never compromised. He was a good and decent man. May he rest in peace.

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Mary Pennucci

March 4, 2025

You can rest easy now, Uncle Jack. I will miss you. I loved the times I got to spend with you. Your stories were never boring. Our visits to San Antonio to see you with my Dad will be some of my favorite memories. I will never forget how you were there for my Dad when my mum passed away. It meant a lot to me ... and him.

Michael Roe O'Donnell

March 4, 2025

My thoughts and prayers to the family for your loss. With thanks, respect and admiration for "Captain Jack'.

Kevin P. Doherty

March 4, 2025

To the McCune Family,

Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
"Fair winds and following Seas", Brother. May you RIP

Mary Cunningham

March 4, 2025

Captain McCune was a well respected gentleman with the SPD.
Condolences to family & friends

Robert Spinney was

March 4, 2025

I worked with John on Somerville Police a wonderful person and great cop.

Jennifer Desrocher (McCune)

March 4, 2025

I hope you´re resting peacefully. Sending my love

Chris McCune

March 3, 2025

Although we didn't get to spend a lot of time together, I'm glad I got to know you a bit before the end. Getting your help rebuilding the deck with dad was a good memory. My dad of course stepping on every nail and broken board on the ground possible was fun to watch as you and me made fun of him. :)

To quote a rather unexpected person, "Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory." - Dr. Seuss

I hope you are in a better place and finally at peace. Preferably separate from Nana though, so you guys don't kill each other up there too <3. Wherever you are, take care and know that you can rest easy with no regrets.


-Love, Chris

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