Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
John W. McGinley
1933 - 2025
BORN
1933
DIED
2025
John McGinley Obituary
He was born in Philipsburg on Aug. 23, 1933 to Thomas and Ida McGinley.
He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Mary Lou (Williams); daughter, Brenda Fritz of Gilmanton, N.H.; and son, Kevin (Sherri) of Seabrook, N.H.; grandchildren, Jill Fritz of Hayden, Colo., Dr. Jared McGinley of Ames, Iowa, Maryn and Matthew McGinley of Seabrook, N.H.; one great-grandson, Jackson Fritz.
John was predeceased by granddaughter Elyse Marie McGinley and followed closely in death by granddaughter, Kylie Fritz.
He retired from the Air Force after serving 20 years and went on to serve 16 years at the Portsmouth Navy Ship Yard retiring in 1995.
John was a member of the American Legion, BPOE, and the Sampson AFB Retiree Association.
He enjoyed reading Western books, listening to Country music and playing cards with neighbors in Florida. He also enjoyed playing games with his grandchildren until they began winning.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John McGinley
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in John McGinley's name
Memorial Events
for John McGinley
How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor John McGinley's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
