1922
John
2012
John P."Big Book John" Skehan, Sr
May 3, 1922 — May 19, 2012
John P. Skehan Sr, 90 (a.k.a. Big Book John) of Ashburnham, went into the arms of the Lord on Saturday, May 19, 2012 at home surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Skehan leaves his beloved wife of 67 years, Cecile M. (Gravelle) Skehan, two sons John P Skehan Jr and his wife Leona of Ashburnham, James M Skehan and his wife Anna of Westminster, five daughters, Sharon Berman and her husband Louis of Winchendon, Cecile Pucko, Maureen LeBrecque and her husband Donald, Nancy Skehan all of Ashburnham, Susan Skehan and her partner Ray Kujala of Hubbardston, 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his daughter Joanne LeClair in Sept 2009 and 4 brothers Tom, Paul, Ed and Donald.
Born on May 3, 1922 in Fitchburg, MA, he was the son of John P. and Annie (Morley) Skehan.
John worked for many years as a foreman at Ray Plastics until his retirement in 1984.
During WWII Mr. Skehan served his country for three years in the US Army. One of his proudest moments was in 2010 when he received two Bronze Service Stars, the WWII Victory Medal and American flag on Memorial Day in the presence of Tim Murray, Lt. Governor. Jim Brehio, manager of the Veterans Memorial Cemetery, worked hard on Mr Skehan's behalf to ensure these medals 65 years later.
He was also a member of AA for over 40 years in Gardner and became a mentor for numerous people. He was a member of St Denis Church in Ashburnham.
John was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots.
He enjoyed auto repair projects and going for afternoon rides with his wife who was the love of his life.
Above all he truly enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. He was a very spiritual, giving and caring person who always did for others and was loved by all. John will be greatly missed by the many lives he touched.
A Graveside Service will be held Thursday, May 24th at 2:00 p.m. in the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 111 GlenAllen Road, Winchendon.
There are no calling hours.
Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the VNA Care Hospice, 120 Thomas Street, Worcester, MA 01608.
Boucher Funeral Home, Inc., 110 Nichols Street, Gardner is handling the arrangements.
Mr. Skehan leaves his beloved wife of 67 years, Cecile M. (Gravelle) Skehan, two sons John P Skehan Jr and his wife Leona of Ashburnham, James M Skehan and his wife Anna of Westminster, five daughters, Sharon Berman and her husband Louis of Winchendon, Cecile Pucko, Maureen LeBrecque and her husband Donald, Nancy Skehan all of Ashburnham, Susan Skehan and her partner Ray Kujala of Hubbardston, 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his daughter Joanne LeClair in Sept 2009 and 4 brothers Tom, Paul, Ed and Donald.
Born on May 3, 1922 in Fitchburg, MA, he was the son of John P. and Annie (Morley) Skehan.
John worked for many years as a foreman at Ray Plastics until his retirement in 1984.
During WWII Mr. Skehan served his country for three years in the US Army. One of his proudest moments was in 2010 when he received two Bronze Service Stars, the WWII Victory Medal and American flag on Memorial Day in the presence of Tim Murray, Lt. Governor. Jim Brehio, manager of the Veterans Memorial Cemetery, worked hard on Mr Skehan's behalf to ensure these medals 65 years later.
He was also a member of AA for over 40 years in Gardner and became a mentor for numerous people. He was a member of St Denis Church in Ashburnham.
John was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots.
He enjoyed auto repair projects and going for afternoon rides with his wife who was the love of his life.
Above all he truly enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. He was a very spiritual, giving and caring person who always did for others and was loved by all. John will be greatly missed by the many lives he touched.
A Graveside Service will be held Thursday, May 24th at 2:00 p.m. in the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 111 GlenAllen Road, Winchendon.
There are no calling hours.
Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the VNA Care Hospice, 120 Thomas Street, Worcester, MA 01608.
Boucher Funeral Home, Inc., 110 Nichols Street, Gardner is handling the arrangements.
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Thursday, May 24th, 2012 2:00pm, MA Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Winchendon, MA
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MA Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Winchendon, MA
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