Celebrating the life of
John O. "Jack" McNamara, Jr.
August 14, 1927 - May 16, 2008
John O. "Jack" McNamara, Jr., 80 of Savannah, died peacefully on Friday, May 16, 2008.
Mr. McNamara was born in Daytona Beach, FL on August 14, 1927 to John and Rose McNamara. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving during World War II and received his formal education from the University of Colorado. Jack was a Consulting Structural Engineer. He was a member of the Hibernian Society of Savannah. He enjoyed sailing, woodcarving and model railroading.
Mr. McNamara was preceded in death by his late uncle, Monsignor Timothy James McNamara. He is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Mickey; his five children, Kathleen Yeckley and her husband Ken of Statesboro, J. Patrick McNamara and his wife Cathy of Marine, IL, Michael McNamara of Savannah, John McNamara and his wife Deidra of Maryville, IL and Melanie McNamara of Savannah; thirteen grandchildren; two great grandchildren; sister, Patricia Wilson of Mobile, AL and aunt, Sr. Mary Redempta of Mercy Convent.
Visitation: 5:00-7:00 PM Monday at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel with a Vigil Service at 6:00 PM.
Funeral services and burial are private.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice Savannah, Inc., P.O. 13190, Savannah, GA 31416 of to the Catholic Diocese of Savannah, 601 E. Liberty St., Savannah, GA 31401.
Mike I was sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad and wanted to offer my sincerest condolences.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
- michael kooden, savannah, GA
Mike, our families have been through this so we know how hard it can be especially for your kids. We are all thinking of you. Diane, Paul, John and Steven Rousakis
- The Rousakis Family, savannah, GA
Melanie and family ... Please accept my condolences on the loss of your father and loved one. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
- Scott Lee, Fort Worth, TX, TX
Dear Mickey, I was so very sad to read about the loss of Jack in the press. I recently spoke to Michael and he told me of his failing health. Jack was a friend and mentor to me during the time we worked together on the solar house and I always looked forward to seeing what he was going to come up with to upstage what he had just completed. I know he will be missed by everyone in the family. Please extend my regards to all of your children and know that my family will have all of you close in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely yours, John J. Mulligan, Jr.
- John J. Mulligan, Savannah, GA
Mel ... you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Just a call away sweetie ... anytime.
- Shay Lyn, Mabank, TX
Dear Mike, Gina, Michael and Nolan, Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers. We know all to well how hard the loss of a parent is. Just remember that you Dad is no longer in pain and that he is a much better place. In the days to come remember the good times and keep those memories close to your hearts. All our love, Ron, Jean, Allan and Bobby Wiggins
- Jean Wiggins, Savannah, GA
Mike I was sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad and wanted to offer my sincerest condolences.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
- michael kooden, savannah, GA
Mike, our families have been through this so we know how hard it can be especially for your kids. We are all thinking of you. Diane, Paul, John and Steven Rousakis
- The Rousakis Family, savannah, GA
Melanie and family ... Please accept my condolences on the loss of your father and loved one. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
- Scott Lee, Fort Worth, TX, TX
Dear Mickey, I was so very sad to read about the loss of Jack in the press. I recently spoke to Michael and he told me of his failing health. Jack was a friend and mentor to me during the time we worked together on the solar house and I always looked forward to seeing what he was going to come up with to upstage what he had just completed. I know he will be missed by everyone in the family. Please extend my regards to all of your children and know that my family will have all of you close in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely yours, John J. Mulligan, Jr.
- John J. Mulligan, Savannah, GA
Mel ... you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Just a call away sweetie ... anytime.
- Shay Lyn, Mabank, TX
Dear Mike, Gina, Michael and Nolan, Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers. We know all to well how hard the loss of a parent is. Just remember that you Dad is no longer in pain and that he is a much better place. In the days to come remember the good times and keep those memories close to your hearts. All our love, Ron, Jean, Allan and Bobby Wiggins
- Jean Wiggins, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
