John E. Molyneux

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John E. Molyneux

John Molyneux Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Minshall Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home, Ltd on Apr. 8, 2025.

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John E. Molyneux, age 89, of Swarthmore, PA, formerly of Philadelphia, PA, and Rochester, NY, died on Sunday, April 6, 2025.
John was a graduate of Penn Charter High School, Class of 1952. He graduated with his Master's and Doctorate Degree from the University of Pennsylvania. John was a Professor at the University of Rochester and Widener University. John finished his professional journey serving as the Dean of Villanova University, retiring in 2005.
John proudly served in the U. S. Navy as a LTJG.
He was an avid reader and enjoyed spending time at his home in Maryland. John leaves behind a legacy that will be missed by everyone.
Son of the late William F. and Janet C. (Sharman) Molyneux.
Survivors:
Wife of 64 years: Carol (Uhland) Molyneux
Sons: David (Alex) Molyneux of New York, and Andrew (Wanna) Molyneux of Thailand
Grandchildren: Lena, Evan and Dylan Molyneux
Services and Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: St. James School, 3217 W. Clearfield St., Philadelphia, PA 19132. www.stjamesphila.org

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