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1943
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2022
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John Jarvis Obituary
He was born in Manchester on November 15, 1943 to John P. and Genevieve (Dorney) Jarvis. He graduated from Central High School in 1962, served in the National Guard, and was a lifelong resident of Manchester. In his later years he spent winter months in Dunedin, FL.
He worked in the State and National Departments of Labor and was responsible for apprenticeship organization. He was also a member of the NH SEA and the Raphael Club.
Jack is survived by his wife of 55 years, Donna (Christopher) Jarvis of Manchester; two children, Kristin Cassidy of Manchester and David Jarvis of Brazil; five grandchildren, Sarah, Molly, Sean, Joseph, and Breandan; two sisters, Judy Kendrigan and her husband, Joe, of Tequesta, FL and Jayne Jarvis of Palmetto, FL and many nieces and nephews.
He had an adventurous spirit. As a teenager, he dove off a 55 ft height at "The Ledge", skied Tuckermans Ravine for the thrill and partook in a million adventures. He yearned to be active and slowing down in recent years was challenging for him.
He enjoyed golfing, fishing, boating, bike riding and all outdoor activities. He was drawn to water, always, whether it was Hampton Beach, Lake Winnipesaukee, Suncook Lake, or the Florida Gulf.
Jack enjoyed the simple things in life. He ate what he wanted to eat and enjoyed desserts. He liked joining friends to listen to Irish folk music. A perfect afternoon would be spent with good friends and cold beer watching a Patriots game. He was driven to support his family and friends to his dying day. His family will forever remember how much he loved and cared for them.
SERVICES: There will be no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday (10/03) at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Cathedral, 439 Pine St., Manchester.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. www.stjude.org
Lambert Funeral Home & Crematory, Manchester is assisting the family with arrangements. To leave a message of condolence, see the obituary at www.lmbertfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John Jarvis
Jackie & Tom English
October 3, 2022
Donna, my thoughts and prayers are with you and Kristin and David and all your beautiful grandchildren. Hopefully soon all the happy and funny memories will fill your heart and take away the pain. God bless.
Steve Neuman
October 3, 2022
Rest in peace Jack you will surely be missed by all who have known you. Sending my deepest condolences to your family and friends.
Denis O'Neil family and Sheila Smith and family
October 2, 2022
Donna and family,
Jack will be missed by his childhood, neighbor and babysitter - Denny. We enjoyed seeing Jack at irish functions, walking on the beach on around the trailer park. Seeing both of you with family at the Puritan Backroom or St. Patrick's church. Glad he and my dad spent sometime together on Sand Key beach in Florida. He will be missed. Sheila
Joe Robert
October 2, 2022
Dave & the Jarvis family,
Sorry for your loss. He was good man
Wendy Moquin
October 1, 2022
Our deepest sympathies to Donna and the family. We always enjoyed Jack´s company! He will be missed by many. RIP Jack
Joe & Wendy Moquin
Gail Emerson
October 1, 2022
Donna, I am shocked at the news of Jacks death! He was a great friend to Peter and myself! I am sending prayers and love for you and your family. Sincerely, Gail Emerson
Jack Jenkins
October 1, 2022
My deepest sympathy to Donna and family. Such a great person, who always had a smile. Being a 1962 grad at Central and member of Raphael we always had contact with one another.
Robert D Machain
October 1, 2022
Mr,Jarvis, Thank you for your service RDM Windham NH
Jake Ferrin
September 30, 2022
Donna and Family
We are so saddened by your loss. Jack was a great guy and always fun to be around. We'll miss him too. May his memories become a blessing. RIP Old Friend.
Jake & Carol Ferrin
Sue Arpin
September 30, 2022
Donna & family,
I´m so sorry for your tremendous loss. May you find peace in the many memories you have of Jack. RIP Jack.
Sue Davis
September 30, 2022
Dear Donna,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Jack. May you and your family find the strength to get through this sad chapter in your lives.
Prayers and Loving thoughts going your way.
dick leblanc
September 30, 2022
to an old friend and former chandler team mate a good guy may you r i p
Jon Houghton
September 30, 2022
Yes Jack would jump off "55" at the Amoskeg ledge and l was in fear of "18"! Many many fun times with a feel for life guy at it´s best, my prayers are with your family Jack may you Rest In Peace Jon Hoaty Houghton.
Joanne Pouliot
September 30, 2022
Donna & Family,
Our deepest condolences on your loss. We will keep all of you in our thoughts & prayers. Stay well, stay strong. Memories will help to keep him close.
Marea Kerrigan
September 30, 2022
So sorry from your North Beach friends Bob and Marea.
Lake Haven Park 2 Association
September 29, 2022
Jack will be truly missed by his Park 2 Lake Haven Florida friends. Our hearts go out to Donna and his entire family.
Much love from Lake Haven Park 2.
Jennifer Banks
September 29, 2022
Great memories of boating on Lake Winnipesaukee will cherish foreverMay he RIP!
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