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John McAuliffe Obituary
SOMERSET - John F. McAuliffe, 58, passed away on August 12, 2020 after a valiant battle with cancer. John was the longtime loving companion of Margie B. Pritchard.
John spent his youth in West Boylston and received his Masters in Public Administration from Clark University in Worcester. John held a long and distinguished career as Town Administrator for the Towns of Boylston, Somerset, Wareham, Webster, and most recently, Swansea. John had a lifelong passion for public service, and anyone who met him knew how deeply he strived to enhance the quality of life in every community he served. John was a kind, generous and outgoing man who could engage with anyone he met, and was happiest when he was out in the community talking to residents.
John was an avid boater, who's greatest joy was plying the waters of Mount Hope Bay. He loved to hike and to explore long sandy beaches. His heart belonged to Biddeford Pool, Maine, with which he had a lifelong love affair. He was a student of politics and history. John reveled in all of life's experiences. His family, colleagues and countless lifelong friends will remember him as a man who truly made the world around him a better place.
John is also survived by his daughter, Kristen McAuliffe and her companion Gage Russell of Lunenberg; brother, Michael McAuliffe and his wife Lisa of St. Augustine, FL; two close cousins, Mary E. McAuliffe of Westboro, MA, and Sr. Margaret O'Brien of Killarney, Ireland, and his "adopted sister," Lynn Valois, and a loving extended family.
His Mass of Christian Burial, with a live-stream Service Cast, will be held on Monday, August 17, 2020 at 11am in St. Thomas More Church, 386 Luther Ave., Somerset. Those attending the mass are invited to proceed DIRECTLY TO CHURCH.
His family will receive relatives and friends on Sunday, August 16, 2020 from 1-4pm in the Hathaway Community Home for Funerals, 900 Buffington St., Somerset.
Facial coverings and social distancing are required throughout the funeral. Hathaway Funeral Home staff will guide all guests attending the visitation.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in John's name to the South Coast Cancer Center at Charlton Memorial Hospital.
To leave a message for John's family or to view the live-stream Service Cast, please visit his tribute page at www.hathawayfunerals.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Steve
August 8, 2024
I can not believe it's been four years since you left us.
John May you rest in eternal peace!
Steve Moniz
Somerset, MA
Mike Pavone
August 8, 2021
Believe me no one has to remind us of the passing of John, he was one of those people you never forget. That infectious smile, distinctive laugh, and always welcoming voice. May he continue to rest in peace knowing he is not forgotten and never will be.
Karla
August 19, 2020
Oh, I am so sorry to hear of Johns passing. We worked together a million years ago, at a restaurant in West Boylston. We had so many laughs! I had always hoped to reconnect with him some day.
To his family, may his memory be eterna.
Fran O'Shaughnessey
August 17, 2020
I worked with John as a member of Fire Dept.It was always a joy to work with John,as well and he was dedicated to the Town of Somerset.He will be missed
michelle dallesandro
August 15, 2020
The world has lost a truly kind,compassionate man. I had the pleasure of working for John for the time he served the town of Somerset as Town Administrator. His door was always open, greeting with a smile. Rest in peace my friend. You will be greatly missed.
August 15, 2020
Completely enjoyed having Mr. Mcauliffe, as an Administator in Wareham, He took the time to get to know everyones name and always had a hello for all. My Condolences to his family.
Robin E. Maraccini
Wareham, MA
Brian Perry
August 15, 2020
I had the honor of working with John as Chairman of the Webster Police Building Committee. He was a skilled Town Administrator, a consummate professional, and a friend. I was sorry to see him leave Webster and now sad that he is gone. My sincere condolences to his family and many friends.
Mike Pavone
August 15, 2020
My sincere condolences to all of Jack’s family and friends, of which there were many. Words cannot express the unique qualities Jack possessed, and more importantly, instilled in others. To know Jack was a pleasure, always upbeat and willing to help at a moment’s notice. A man of true character and integrity, who will be dearly missed, but not forgotten.
Stephen P Moniz
August 15, 2020
To the McAuliffe Family,
John was truly a consumate professional and highly regarded in his profession by many.
I was fortunate enough to meet him when he became the Town Administrator in Somerset. We became great friends from the start and remained as such.
John will be sorely missed on a professional level as well as by all those who were fortunate enough to call him a friend. My thoughts and prayers are with all his family at this most difficult time. May he rest in eternal peace.
Steve Moniz
Somerset
Bob Locke Jr.
August 14, 2020
May the captain of the WITI gang rest in peace. Truly one of the most gifted and entertaining people a person could ever have the pleasure of meeting.
Condolences to Michael and everyone close to Jack.
We'll see you on the other side Johnny-Boy!
Our time together at Worcester Industrial Technical Institute, Worcester State College and the years that followed were the best.
Bob Locke
Carl F. Sawejko
August 14, 2020
John truly had an infectious smile and generous spirit. His memory will dwell in the hearts and minds of everyone he encountered through the years. Rest assured that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May he Rest In Peace...
WithDeepest Sympathy,
Carl Sawejko & Suzanne Dore
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