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John Francis McNamara
December 4, 1946 ~ September 27, 2017 (age 70) 70 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Tom Cannon
October 6, 2017 10:01 AM
My deepest condolences to the McNamara family and John's sister, Mary. I had not seen John in a long time, but have great memories of the days at the Ruffstone Tavern and playing for the Ruffstone team on Sunday mornings in the Johnston basketball league. John had a "big heart" and would do anything for you, if he liked you. If he didn't, stay out of his way! I was always glad to see him at Erin's basketball games when Erin played for LaSalle. We got to catch up on a lot of things. He was a good friend and a "great guy". One of the best!
Message from Sandra Gesualdi and Stephen Banasik
October 4, 2017 5:43 AM
Karen, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Message from Dianne Pierce Taylor
October 3, 2017 1:59 PM
My deepest sympathies to John's family. I met John as a kid right out of college entering the electrical industry and he was my first customer. He taught me so much about sales and the industry and how to hold my own in a male dominated industry. He was always incredibly helpful to me and I really looked up to him and am so grateful to have known him. He was so full of life and always had the time for you and you always knew where you stood with John. I haven't seen John for some time now but always kept him in my thoughts. I will miss him a lot
Message from Dave & Linda Grassini
October 2, 2017 5:52 PM
Karen,
Dave and I are so shocked and truly sorry about John's passing. We were in California and just found out a few minutes ago or would have definitely paid our condolences in person to you and your family.
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Dave & Linda Grassini
Dave and I are so shocked and truly sorry about John's passing. We were in California and just found out a few minutes ago or would have definitely paid our condolences in person to you and your family.
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Dave & Linda Grassini
Message from Mike Petrarca
October 2, 2017 12:07 PM
Sorry to hear about John . Mike & Pat Petrarca
Message from The Franklands
October 2, 2017 11:48 AM
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family today. Sending lots of love!
Lisa, Ryan, Lori and the boys.
Lisa, Ryan, Lori and the boys.
Message from Jon Picard and family
October 2, 2017 9:25 AM
Erin,
I am so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your entire family.
Jon Picard and family
I am so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your entire family.
Jon Picard and family
Message from Maryse, Norman Amelia
October 2, 2017 6:25 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with you today. I'm sending strength and love. Thinking of you Erin and Charles and your family.
A candle was lit by Maryse,Norman Amelia
on October 2, 2017 6:22 AM
Message from Gabe Goglia
October 1, 2017 2:08 PM
Dear Karen and family,
I was very saddened to learn of John's recent passing, and you have my deepest heartfelt sympathy.
Approximately 28 years ago, John was my first Sales Manager, as I entered the lighting business at Major Electric Supply Co. in Pawtucket. (Your brother, Dan, was also an outside salesman at Major Electric at that time.) It was a pleasure to both know and work for John. He was very helpful and knowledgeable, as I began my career in the lighting industry. He will always be warmly remembered.
With deepest sympathy,
Gabe Goglia
I was very saddened to learn of John's recent passing, and you have my deepest heartfelt sympathy.
Approximately 28 years ago, John was my first Sales Manager, as I entered the lighting business at Major Electric Supply Co. in Pawtucket. (Your brother, Dan, was also an outside salesman at Major Electric at that time.) It was a pleasure to both know and work for John. He was very helpful and knowledgeable, as I began my career in the lighting industry. He will always be warmly remembered.
With deepest sympathy,
Gabe Goglia
A Sentimental Thoughts was sent by Michael and Shannon Berube on October 1, 2017
A candle was lit by Louis Hebert
on October 1, 2017 9:34 AM
A candle was lit by Marsha Smith and Family
on October 1, 2017 12:08 AM
Message from John A. Celona
September 30, 2017 9:30 PM
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of a great man and friend
A candle was lit by Carlton Clements
on September 30, 2017 9:17 PM
Message from Carlton Clements
September 30, 2017 9:16 PM
Your Memory's will never be forgotten John. From Carlton Clements you will be very special to me.
Message from Al Cohen
September 30, 2017 5:35 PM
To John’s family and friends;
It is with deep sorrow that I received the news of John’s passing just yesterday from a couple of old Wesco friends. John was my best friend at Wesco even though we lived 3,000miles away from each other. However we found time at least a few times a year to get together and we talked at least once a week for the last 8 or 9 years before I retired. When I retired I promised him I would come to Rhode Island for a visit and he promised me he would come to California as well. Neither one of us lived up to that promise and now he is gone.
I will miss his exquisitely sarcastic sense of humor most of all. He never failed to make me laugh . Many times hysterically. I actually literally fell of my chair at dinner one night when we were in the South and the people in the restaurant were trying to convince John and I [ a couple of guys from the Northeast ] to eat fried Alligator tails. They said it tasted just like chicken. I don’t remember exactly what John said in response but I was in actual tears rolling on the floor and not caring if I ever got up. Then there was the story of the guy in the elevator at Wesco corporate.There was always a story with John and we always ended up laughing hysterically
He never failed to reach out to help anyone in need. He was always straight forward. He loved who he loved and didn’t who he didn’t. I am a better person for having known him.
I will miss him terribly.
It is with deep sorrow that I received the news of John’s passing just yesterday from a couple of old Wesco friends. John was my best friend at Wesco even though we lived 3,000miles away from each other. However we found time at least a few times a year to get together and we talked at least once a week for the last 8 or 9 years before I retired. When I retired I promised him I would come to Rhode Island for a visit and he promised me he would come to California as well. Neither one of us lived up to that promise and now he is gone.
I will miss his exquisitely sarcastic sense of humor most of all. He never failed to make me laugh . Many times hysterically. I actually literally fell of my chair at dinner one night when we were in the South and the people in the restaurant were trying to convince John and I [ a couple of guys from the Northeast ] to eat fried Alligator tails. They said it tasted just like chicken. I don’t remember exactly what John said in response but I was in actual tears rolling on the floor and not caring if I ever got up. Then there was the story of the guy in the elevator at Wesco corporate.There was always a story with John and we always ended up laughing hysterically
He never failed to reach out to help anyone in need. He was always straight forward. He loved who he loved and didn’t who he didn’t. I am a better person for having known him.
I will miss him terribly.
A candle was lit by Karl and Suzan
on September 30, 2017 4:53 PM
A candle was lit by kathy cardente
on September 30, 2017 2:47 PM
Message from Alan Ceprano
September 30, 2017 2:12 PM
I met John in the early 1980’s in Cranston I was a salesman too and one day seated near him at a restaurant he was having a conversation with everybody so I was included too.Well once we got talking I New he was a man of integrity one day some wise guy came in causing trouble and I ended up in and altercation with him and caught a couple of punches when I got home the phone was ringing and it was John making sure I was alright.Great person.
Message from Ray Cashman
September 30, 2017 9:24 AM
I’m so sorry for your lose. I knew John from the day he came to Westinghouse and all through his career. I have many fond memories of him. He worked hard and prayed hard. He will be missed. My condolences to his wife of 44 years. His children and all the people he touched.
Message from Darcie
September 30, 2017 2:33 AM
So sorry for your loss! Great man,left many fond memories when he used to stop in the 99. My heart goes out to all family and friends!
A candle was lit by Darcie
on September 30, 2017 2:31 AM
Message from Bill Walton
September 29, 2017 7:18 PM
Borrowing from the playwrite Arthur Miller from . "Death of a salesman".
"He was a saleman out there with a smile and a shoeshine, Everyone knew his name"!
John was a Salesman and many learned from him. RIP John.
"He was a saleman out there with a smile and a shoeshine, Everyone knew his name"!
John was a Salesman and many learned from him. RIP John.
A candle was lit by Heather
on September 29, 2017 6:40 PM
A candle was lit by Melissa Cardoni
on September 29, 2017 5:03 PM
Message from Melissa Cardoni
September 29, 2017 5:03 PM
John was amazing, fun, patient, & the sweetest boss/co-worker, he had the fastest wit of anyone I know! .He always called me at 6:00pm to see how my day went and ask me what I was making for dinner. I will miss those calls. The past few months, even though we no longer worked together, he still called to make sure I was doing ok, ask me if I needed anything...
He was my dear friend, always made me laugh!!!
Things will not be the same without Mac. My prayers to Johns family. Im so very sorry for your loss.
He was my dear friend, always made me laugh!!!
Things will not be the same without Mac. My prayers to Johns family. Im so very sorry for your loss.
Message from Charles Dix
September 29, 2017 4:50 PM
I am so very sorry for your loss. John was an absolutely terrific person and you always knew what that what he said is what he meant. He was a great person to work with and lift a drink with as well. I know I 'got a guy' in heaven now if I need anything! Blessings and peace to your family.
Message from Dipesh Pandya
September 29, 2017 4:39 PM
John was the most fun loving person I have come across. Just yesterday, I was talking about John with a common friend about his wonderful attitudes to life. I will remember one of his lines - Its good to be seen. May his soul find peace and may the family members have strength to bear this loss. He is in a better place. I bet he is making those around him smile and laugh as he did on this earth
A candle was lit by Dipesh Pandya
on September 29, 2017 4:34 PM
Message from Paul and Carolyn Hamel
September 29, 2017 3:59 PM
We have recently moved to Florida but will miss Jack as though we were still there. He was always full of life and fun and interesting tidbits. Rest In Peace, Jack.
Message from Daniel Blitzer
September 29, 2017 2:07 PM
I worked with John, who was not only an outstanding professional but an inspiration and model to many in our industry. His spirit, insight, and human intuition will be missed.
Message from Karen & Paul Erickson
September 29, 2017 12:14 PM
We are so very sorry for your loss. ✝️ 🙏
A candle was lit by Karen & Paul Erickson
on September 29, 2017 12:10 PM
Message from Eleanor Chenevert
September 29, 2017 10:30 AM
As I sit here typing through my tears I am stunned. John was one of "MY" sales guys for over 20 years. I loved him dearly. He was my "rebel". His paperwork was always "in the car". He was funny and kind and just an all around good guy. He will be missed by all who knew him......R.I.P. old friend!
Message from Bill McNally
September 29, 2017 9:43 AM
I was lucky enough to work with and become friends with John the last couple of years. He was always available for a chat and gave great advice on work and life in general. Johnny Mac was a mentor to me and he will be truly missed. He was one of a kind. My sincerest condolences to his family.
Message from Maggie Catalano
September 29, 2017 8:39 AM
Our deepest condolences to the McNamara family and friends. We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. The Holy Scriptures has a beautiful Psalm that reads: "Jehovah (The Lord) is close to the broken-hearted, he saves those who are crushed in spirit". and 1 Peter 5:7 which reads: "throw all your anxiety on him (God), because he cares for you". We hope that you can get comfort, peace of mind and comfort from God and his word, The Bible.
Sincerely, Maggie Catalano/www.jw.org
Sincerely, Maggie Catalano/www.jw.org
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