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John Thomas "Jack" McGauley

John Thomas "Jack" McGauley obituary

John McGauley Obituary

McGauley, John Thomas "Jack"

Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Monday, May 19, 2025, at the age of 91.

Beloved husband for 70 years of Vivian McGauley, (nee Napoli); loving father of Jack (Terry) McGauley, Timothy (Donna) McGauley, Patrick (Barbara) McGauley, James (Christine)

McGauley and Jane Hopson. Loving grandfather of 15; great-grandfather of 18.

Dear brother of Jane Engler, brother-in-law of Georgette McGauley, dear father-in-law, uncle and friend to many. Jack and Vivian enjoyed 30 years in Fort Myers Florida as Snow Birds.

Services: Friday, May 23, 2025 Most Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 350 E. 4 St., Eureka. Visitation from with 10-11 Funeral mass at 11. Private Interment In lieu of flowers, donations to The American Cancer Society appreciated.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on May 21, 2025.

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Norm and Michelle Heitmann

May 22, 2025

We're so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad, Tim. Our parents are such anchors in our lives. I'm sure he will be missed dearly. Sending prayers for you and Donna, and your families.

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Evie Jennings Filla

May 21, 2025

Our deepest condolences, Tim and Donna and Family. Prayers for all of you. Jim and Evie Filla

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