John M. Meagher

John M. Meagher
Tampa, Florida
Formerly of Bay City
John Michael Meagher, known as Beef to his friends, passed away last week at his home in Tampa, Florida due to complications from Diabetes. He is survived by his parents, Carol (Bruski) and William Roese; Ben Roese and his children Nick and Alexa; William and Zaydee Roese; Christy Roese Ramp and Jerremy Ramp and their children Leo, Augusta and William; along with a sh** ton of amazing friends throughout the country. John is now with those gone before him, most notably his father Jack Meagher and brother, John Patrick; his grandparents John C. and Mama Manny (Brysselbout) Meagher, Leo and Veronica (Mulka) Bruski, and Floyd and Lillian (Wieland) Roese.
From the beginning, John was a devoted son. As a toddler, he easily conversed with adults. In adulthood, he took wonderful care of his parents and beautifully supported his siblings. If you had the privilege of meeting John Meagher, he was an instant friend. Everyone that met him, loved him. John was a storyteller and had the memory and humor to enthrall his audiences. He never met a Ralph Lauren product he didn't love, and typically complimented that look will a pair of Ray Ban sunglasses. John played basketball, football and baseball for John Glenn High School. He continued to play baseball and pitched into his 50's in various Florida leagues. John loved nice cars, Diet Coke, and listening to music, and if you knew him well, you've heard him sing his absolute favorite song, "Cheer Cheer for Old Notre Dame." Next to his family and friends, John Meagher loved God, Country, and the University of Notre Dame! He followed the footsteps of his Father Jack and his Grandpa John C. He earned his degree from the University of Notre Dame and attended exchange programs at Delta College and Western Michigan. The antics that involve John Meagher in college are extensive. He went on to earn his law degree from the University of Florida. Whether he was living in Michigan, Chicago or Florida, he never went long without visiting or hosting family and friends. This memorial wouldn't be complete without mention of those friends that loved him as a brother. Thank you Mike Anderson, Brad Williams, Mike Williams, Drew Kochany, Jeff Yantz, Jim Ozdych, Matt Ginter, Chris Kiley, Kevin Sproule, Greg Kraske, Kathy Spearing, Chris Clark and so many others. Whether John relayed the history of the Meagher family, Bay City facts, Notre Dame lore, or the memories with friends, he never lacked of interesting and engaging conversation. This beloved and beautiful soul is now sitting next to Jack and John C., watching Notre Dame football and blaming the bad calls on Big 10 refs.
To celebrate John's remarkable life, we will gather for a Funeral Mass on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. All Saints Parish - St. James Church, 710 Columbus Ave, Bay City, MI 48708 with Fr. Patrick O'Connor presiding. Family and friends may visit at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11:00 a.m. A luncheon will immediately follow at the church in Langley Hall. Private interment will be at St. Patrick Cemetery. Funeral home arrangements are being provided by the Trahan Funeral Chapel. For on-line sentiments: www.trahanfc.com