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for John Kinealy
Mark Johnson
June 9, 2023
I'm so sorry for your loss. jack was a great guy, always willing to help you reach your full potential. I will forever be in his debt. He hired me ( for sales ) over the objections of his boss and the owner of the company - i stuttered. My wife and I built a marketing company based on principles laid out by Jack. We grossed over $20 million . I never got a chance to thank you Jack. We raised 5 children, 14 grand children ( the last ones name is Jack ) and 2 great grand children. You changed my life ! Wish I could have seen that big smile one more time. Mark Johnson
L S.
July 16, 2019
"You don't know Jack". He loved all the Jack jokes and could laugh at himself. Jack was handsome, charming and wickedly funny. He was the consumate cigar officianado. I met him at St Joseph's church on a beautiful Sunday morning. He eventually found St. Francis as he sought a church that reminded him of his church from childhood. I am deeply saddened to hear that he passed and pray his family finds peace. The Jack I knew would be happy to know that everyone would smile at the "Jack has left the building " comment. Rest in peace my soccer playing friend.
June 4, 2019
My sincere condolences to the kinealy family and loved ones. Jack was a special person who lit up a room with his presence both in high school and college . Jack was a generous and caring person and I am sure his life was never separated from his faith. Every Act is a prayer rest in peace Jack.....Gary Haegele
Judy (Upson/Litzsinger) Eaton
May 27, 2019
Jack. I dont know what made me check up on you today after all these years but in a way I do. Always that connection. And then I learned this devastating news. I remember the first time I saw those blue eyes and that amazing smile. Summer of 1965. College students working for the summer at General Motors in St. Louis. From that moment on you were always in my life sometimes near and mostly far. Over the years we would reconnect always glad to hear from each other. It has been many years since we last talked and Im so sorry for that. Love you Jack always have, always will. Jude
Iris Hunt
May 23, 2019
Jack are a wonderful boss, leader, and mentor. You are everything one could look for in a good mentor. You teach us to be professionals and made working with you an interesting and memorable experience. I will always be grateful to you for your support and kindness
Lisa and Fred Pearce
May 23, 2019
While we only knew Jack for a short time, we were impressed with his wit, smile, and laughter. He was a man of grace who achieved many great things. We'll raise a glass in his honor at our next holiday party.
Susan Boothe-Morgans
May 23, 2019
Jack was an amazing person. I admired how his team so respected him and always worked to be #1. He will be missed - a truly unique leader.
Ron Sleeper
May 22, 2019
Jack was a special man and friend with a passion for life and a unique ability to inspire others to do their best! While saddened by our loss I am thankful for my memories of Jack, the lives he touched and his vast legacy. Rest In peace Jack for a life well lived!
Maria Bagala
May 19, 2019
Jack, I will always cherish every memory of you. Thank you for everything love
Maria Bagala
Karin Garrido
May 18, 2019
Jack you had such a profound impact on so many peoples life's at AT&T and so many others. I will miss you and will carry all the great times together in my heart forever. You taught me so much. RIP my friend
Teddy and Jenn Scherpenberg
May 18, 2019
Dear Janice and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this sad time. We will always remember how happy he was around Molly and how she always brought a huge smile to his face. He was a wonderful person and will be truly missed.
May 17, 2019
Dear Janice and Kinealy family,
We offer our deepest condolences to you. Jack was the kindest neighbor one could be blessed to meet. We are so sad to say goodbye to such a good man. His smile and warm personality will be sincerely missed.
Scott Raymond
May 17, 2019
To Janice and the entire Kinealy family, I offer my deepest and most sincere condolences. Jack was an amazing person who had a profound impact on my life. I had the pleasure of working with Jack at AT&T but it was his kindness and friendship that I will treasure most. He mentored me on work and life, and his words will stay with me forever. Jack was an incredible selfless human being and his legacy will live on in those he lead, inspired, mentored, and befriended. I love you Jack!
Debbie (Hubenschmidt) Stergar
May 17, 2019
Our deepest sympathy to the Kinealy family during this difficult time. Jack's smile, jokes, and personality were infectious! As a child, our family trips to St. Louis were a few over the years, but our memories of visits to Jack & Val's home for the BIG Kinealy 4th of July celebrations were so much fun. Jack will be missed and remembered by many. I will always remember him as "Uncle Jack". You are now at peace, Jack, and we are reassured knowing that you are rejoicing with Kevin in Heaven. We pray for God to comfort the family who are grieving and heartbroken -The Hubenschmidt family.
Gary McBrady
May 16, 2019
Jack. Great friend, teammate (Kutis Juniors National Champions), competitor (St. Louis U./Michigan State), and so many great memories, starting in high school. Thanks Jack. It was my good fortune to have known you, and to call you my friend.
William Cira
May 15, 2019
Jack and I go all the way back to September 1959 when we were freshman at Corpus Christi High School. Our favorite story, shared throughout the years, was our chance meeting in Montreal Canada. He being there to play in the Pan Am Games & I, as a Marine, was part of the United States Security at the United States Pavilion at Expo '67. Our favorite saying was, "We'll always have Montreal." You'll be missed my friend.
Theresa Naumann-Kirchmer
May 15, 2019
My memories go back to when the Kinealys were our neighbors on Greenbrook in Jennings, and Jack was simply "Jackie". My condolences to all the Kinealys as you mourn a loved brother. May perpetual light shine upon him.
George Alexander
May 15, 2019
I went to SLU with Jack and we where friends. He helped me when I returned from the Army and overseas to help me phase into school life again. A very good friend and special person
Mark Bell
May 15, 2019
Jack and I drove together to SLU for several years and were good friends and shared many college adventures. My condolences to his family, Mark Bell
JKH/JW
May 15, 2019
My sincerest condolences to the Kinealy Family for the loss of your loved one, John Joseph, III, "Jack", and pray you find comfort in Psalms 91:2.
Beverly Dubord
May 15, 2019
Jack was our neighbor and friend from the moment he moved in. He was a wonderful man with a terrific sense of humor. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Denny Taff
May 15, 2019
So sad to learn of Jack's passing. I found out from our soccer coach Jerry Powers this morning. I have many fond memories of Jack when we played together at Corpus Christi then again with Kutis in 1962/63. We lived a block apart from each other on Boyce Place in Jennings and would meet up at times and kick around in jack's back yard. Good guy good career. He will be missed!
May 15, 2019
I am so sorry to hear about Jack's passing. He was one of the kindest people I've met while working at AT&T. His positive attitude was inspiring and motivating. He will be sorely missed. Rest in peace my friend. Kelly Starling, North Palm Beach, FL
Linda Sampson
May 15, 2019
Jack Kinealy and I talked and laughed all the way to Tampa on a flight last July. It was the one and only time in his company and unforgettable it was.
It is hard to believe that one so vibrant and alive ten months ago is gonel Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord and may perpetual light shine upon Him.
TIM TRAVERS
May 15, 2019
Jack and I were good friends during grade school (St Lucy) and most of High School (Corpus Christi). I had many enjoyable visits to his home and playing in the streets with him and the neighbor kids. RIP Jack
Terri Lewis
May 14, 2019
One of the best leaders I had the pleasure to serve under. A true Leader
Rich Guidotti
May 14, 2019
Jack - you positively touched so many lives. You were a great man and role model.
You are already missed but you will not be forgotten by anyone whose life you touched.
Bill Evans
May 14, 2019
Jack excelled in all he chose to do and feel truly bless to have known him.
John Breen
May 14, 2019
Dear family
I knew Jack from his role at AT&T. He was a fine man and cared for those on his team. He was a good mentor and leader whom inspired young people to include my daughter Amanda. My family will pray for your family as you deal with the loss of this great man.
Shelley Nibberich
May 14, 2019
Jack.....what a gift to us all!! A gentle soul, a loving brother, devoted to those he loved....a treasure to those blessed to know him. Heaven is a brighter place. Love and hugs to all who held him dear❤
Lynn Benner Rosen
May 14, 2019
Kathy
I m so very sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. Losing your brother is so heartbreaking..
But we have to believe hes in a better place!!
I wont be able to make the Funeral but my prayers are with all of you at this time
Lynn Benner Rosen
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