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John Rynn Obituary
Jan. 28, 1960-Aug. 26, 2017
John A. Rynn, Jr., 57, of New Milford, longtime partner of Rachel Bonacci, died peacefully at Danbury Hospital after a brief illness. He was born in New Milford on January 28, 1960, son of the late John A. and Margaret (Quinn) Rynn. He was a graduate of Canterbury School, attended Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and graduated from Denver Diesel Automotive.
Jar, as he was known by his family and friends, was an entrepreneur specializing in the automotive, marine and construction fields. He was also a master Mercedes and Saab mechanic.
Jar enjoyed golf, boating and spending time with his friends. His nieces and nephews were very important to him and he loved them dearly.
He was well known for his witty sense of humor, ability to fix anything, his generosity and willingness to help anyone who needed a hand.
His interesting perspective on life was often quoted as "The World According to Jar."
In addition to his devoted partner Rachel, he will be sadly missed by his sister, Patricia Rynn Sylvester (Mark); his brothers Joseph C. Rynn (Andrea) and Kevin Rynn (Maureen); his nieces and nephews, Tim and Michael Sylvester (Megan), Kate Sylvester Roche (John), Jack and Peter Rynn, Frankie and Deanna Carey, John and Danielle Mandrafina and Alexander Bonacci and his great-niece Ellie Rose Roche. He is also survived by his aunts Anna Rynn, and Sister Rosemaron Rynn and extended family members Bruno and Sara Bonacci, Marlene and John Mandrafina and Bill and Eileen Bonacci, as well as many dear friends.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at 10 a.m at St. Joseph Church, Brookfield. Burial will follow in St. Francis Cemetery, New Milford.
The family will receive friends at the Brookfield Funeral Home, 786 Federal Rd., Brookfield, on Tuesday between the hours of 4 and 7 p.m.
Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to a charity that promotes the values held dear to Jar.
To light a candle, please visit BrookfieldFuneralHome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Rynn
Lynda Aberisk Barton
August 22, 2025
You are thought of often.... Test we´ll, my friend...
LyndaLou
August 22, 2023
Miss you all the time, my friend! When I see a picture of you, I smile, then wipe away a tear...
Lynda Aberisk Barton
August 22, 2021
Think of you often.... Really miss you...
Lynda Aberisk-Barton
August 23, 2020
I still miss you, my funny friend...You were always there if I needed you... lately a couple of pictures pop up on Facebook and funny little messages that you sent me and it makes me sad because I miss you so much..
Irene G
August 31, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Rynn family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Irene
August 31, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Rynn family. So very sorry for your loss
Nancy Caine
August 30, 2017
Rachel,
So sorry to hear about John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Glad I was able to meet him.
Stacy Slater Butler
August 29, 2017
JAR will be sadly missed by so many. Rachel and family, my heart breaks for you all. God Speed, JAR.
Fernando Costanzo
August 29, 2017
Rachel- so sorry to hear of Jar's passing. I remember when he remodeled my mother's bathroom and how how hard he worked at it and what a job well done. May he rest in peace.
August 29, 2017
We are all saddened by the loss of Jolly John. We'll always remember his smile and deep chuckles. The rides to Cookies in the 70's with the shores crew will always be fond memories. Our sincere condolences go out to the entire family and Rachel. Love and Hugs: Donnie, Jane, Bobby and Sandy
Paul Green
August 29, 2017
Sorry for your loss
Diane Cipully
August 29, 2017
I'm at a loss for words. Jar was much too young. My sympathy to Rachel and the Rynn family.
August 29, 2017
Thoughts and prayers are with Rachel and family..may your loving memories of Jar bring you comfort.
Joe Poulos
August 28, 2017
My thoughts and prayers to the Rynn family. Sorry for your loss.
Maryellen Wallin
August 28, 2017
To Kevin, Joe Patty, Rachel and entire family
I was so sorry to hear of JAR's passing. He was such an amazing person always with a smile on his face and larger than life. The bond you all shared as a family is truly a blessing. You are in our thoughts and prayers .
Diane Cipully
August 28, 2017
To Rachel and the Rynn family, I am at a loss for words. Never expected this from someone so young. RIP Jar....
Jeffrey Coe
August 28, 2017
So sorry to hear of Jar's passing. Thoughts and prayers for the Rynn family
Kevin Bagley
August 28, 2017
John was a wonderfully kind man. My thoughts are with the Rynn family.
Lynn Hungerford
August 28, 2017
Rachel, And All The Rynn Family. My Thoughts And Prayers Are With You All! I'm so Sorry!!
Joe DaSilva
August 28, 2017
Rachel & Rynn Family
What a good guy, didn't have a bad bone in him. So sorry for your loss.
Joe DaSilva
Jim&Patty Radigan
August 28, 2017
John Rynn will be missed. We offer our sincere condolences to his widow and the extended Rynn family. "The World According to Jar" will live on in the state of Washington!
Tara Kelly
August 28, 2017
Truly sorry for your loss. John was a lot of fun growing up, good memories.
Tammy Zinick
August 28, 2017
To Rachel and ALL of Jar's loved ones ~ so sorry for your loss...as He was absolutely one of a kind...
Ann Ryan
August 28, 2017
My heart aches for Rachel, and family of John's. Jar was the guy you always looked for when at the hatch or around the lake, and that's because he could lift your spirits with that fabulous smile and not to mention his humor. Thoughts and prayers to everyone saddened by his passing.
Michele Appleby
August 28, 2017
We are so sad and so very sorry for your loss, we will always remember Jar as the fun loving guy he truly was. Rachel and the whole Rynn family you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Shawne and Michele
Tom Poulos
August 28, 2017
Growing up on Mountain View, playing basketball in his driveway, helping with his paper route..Great Guy..RIP John.
Lisa Munger
August 28, 2017
You will be missed very much Jar. The Rynn family & Rachel, Im so so sorry for your loss. Your all in my thoughts at this time of incredible sadness.
Connie Miller
August 28, 2017
Deepest condolences to my cousin Rachel Bonacci and other Bonacci family members. While I didn't know John well he spent many years as part of our extended family. My condolences to the Rynn family.
Connie Bonacci Miller
August 28, 2017
John always had an amazing smile....we met at Canterbury School and we both were day students....Class of 1978 was and still is a very close class....John was always so friendly and always said Hi no matter who you were... He will be missed by our entire class. Rest in Peace John.
chris and jane decristoforo
August 28, 2017
our deepest and sincerest sympathies to his family.. He was a wonderful host and person in the brief time we knew him and were in his company
Casey Gillotti
August 28, 2017
Shocked, saddened and grief stricken....way to soon. Beloved friend beautiful man the universe has lost.
Leah Thompson
August 28, 2017
Jar, you never failed to put a smile on my face everytime I was around you, from joking around to showing me how to dance to rocking robin. RIP my friend you'll be missed greatly! ~Leah
August 28, 2017
Grief stricken... a great man...a gift to society..Luv Casey Gillotti
Lynda Barton
August 28, 2017
My dear friend...One of my besties. I am so sad. I will miss you . See you on the other side. May you Rest In Peace...
David Bono
August 28, 2017
To the Rynn family,
I was so saddened to hear of John's passing yesterday. Bad news really travels fast.
I will always remember John as a kind-hearted guy. I remembered when I was 14 and some older kids were giving me a hard time passing thru the Shores.With seemingly no hope in sight for me, John appeared and told them, "Hey - leave the kid alone!" And that was the end of it, which I always appreciated. After a terrible boat accident I had, John shared some words of wisdom about a similar experience - something that was important for me to know at that time.
The Rynn's and friends were often larger than life growing up on Candlewood back in those days.John was always well-liked by all - often at the center of things. While I wasn't close to those guys, I always admired how loyal John's friends and brothers always were to each other. You guys were such a rare and cohesive group that I hope that strength will get you through the coming days.
With deepest sympathies for Rachel, Kevin, Joe and the Rynn family,
Paula Foley
August 28, 2017
So many laughs so many days on the lake. You will be missed very much. Rachel so sorry for your loss. In my thoughts at this time of great sadness.
Maria Mezo-Lazzaro
August 28, 2017
Jar,
RIP my friend.
As The Godfather of my eldest Child, you will always be a special part of my family.
We will miss you dearly.
Maria
Steve Lazzaro
August 28, 2017
Willis!!!
Who is going to go to Home Depot for me???!!!!
I am going to miss you my friend.
I love ya my man!
We will meet again some day.
Willis!
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