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John McKENNA Obituary

McKENNA - Rev. John H., CM, on December 3, 2013 in his 50th year as a Vincentian Priest.Professor of Theology at St. John's University for over40 years. Beloved brother ofVirginia Sullivan, the lateWilliam and the late Maureen. Dear brother-in-law of Patricia McKenna and David Sullivan. Loving uncle to several nieces & nephews. Reposing at the St. Thomas More Church at St. John's University, Thursday 3-5 & 7-9 PM and Friday 9-10AM. Funeral Mass Friday 10:15 AM St. Thomas More Church. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Brooklyn. www.kearnsfamily.com

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Published by Newsday on Dec. 5, 2013.

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November 24, 2014

Rest in peace Fr. Jack! I will never forget your kindness!!!

Kathleen Gieser

October 22, 2014

I know you were greeted by Angels and escorted into Heaven with Jesus greeting you, Jack!!!
You were a loving, kind, fun, wonderful cousin with whom I have great memories! I loved our times together and always wished for more. You are dearly missed, and I am certain by many, but now Heaven smiles brighter sharing your Loving Heart and Soul.
Love you and Miss you, Jack. (Christmas is a little emptier not hearing from you.)
You hold a Special place in my Heart! God Bless You Always!

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March 30, 2014

Jack McKenna remains in our hearts and minds often but especially at the Eucharist. We miss you so much although remembering so many of your words is light in the darkness. Today was especially difficult at mass "without you", and then I realized you truly are with us around the altar / the way you taught us!
Prayers continue for his family. On Easter it will be six months since the last time Jack was physically at mass with us but it doesn't get easier. The more one has been loved by and loved a person, makes it that much more of a loss.

Linda Tarabochia

December 8, 2013

Fr. McKenna, you will truly be missed by many. May you rest in God's love! However, I will truly miss your love, kindness, great smile, and great homilies! RIP - Sincerely, Linda Tarabochia

December 7, 2013

I will always remember Jack with love. He helped me through some tough times in the 70's and 80's. He married my husband and I in 1992. Ellen Rice

December 5, 2013

Thank you, Jack, for your inspiration over the years. Rest easy Favored Son, Rest Easy!
Barbara and Stretch

December 5, 2013

Father Jack will always be in my prayers and heart. A sixty year friendship that will never be forgotten. With love and respect always; Marylou Stabile

Marilyn/Bob Carr

December 5, 2013

Your journey is over rest in the peace of the lord

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