"Jackie & Michael. I still have not gotten over Aunt Leah being gone and now Uncle Jack is gone too. It makes me so sad, but it also reminds me of all the good times. Being younger, I didn't share a lot of time with the older kids Jimmy, Vicki, and the two of you, but I do remember coming out and spending vacations at the big house with the spiral staircase and the small house near the beach. Uncle Jack & Aunt Leah let me stay in Michael's room and I got to listen to Michael's Rolling Stone Albums and look at his Mad Magazines, a big thrill for a 10 year old kid. I remember Jack taking me around and talking to me like I was an adult, he never treated me like a kid. He was and will always be my East Coast Uncle. My Love to the both of you."
In loving memory of
John Julian Callahan, Jr
July 9, 1935 - May 15, 2009
Portsmouth, R.I. - John Jack Julian Callahan, Jr., 73, of 2368 East Main Road, Portsmouth, R.I., died Friday, May 15, 2009, at Kimwell Nursing Home, Fall River, MassachusettsHe was the husband of the late Leah Jaramillo Callahan.Born in New London, Conn. on July 9, 1935, he was the son of the late John Lefty Julian and Agatha Gay Billodeau Callahan.Jack served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He moved to Portsmouth in 1964 and throughout his life was active in Portsmouth youth sports activities, the local Democrat party as well as the Lions Club. He served three terms as the President of the Portsmouth Lions Club and served as the District Governor of Rhode Island Lions District 42 from 1995-1996. He also served as a member of the Portsmouth School Committee. From 1964 until 1975 Jack was employed by the Raytheon Company. Subsequently Mr. Callahan was employed by the State of Rhode Island. His sons John J. Callahan III, of Sewell, NJ and Michael P. Callahan of Portsmouth, RI, survive him. Two grandchildren John Stenning Callahan of Voorhees, NJ and Elizabeth Beth Anne Callahan of Drexel Hill, PA and a brother Dale Callahan of New London, CT also survive him. Jack had many nieces and nephews and loving friends.His memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 20, 2009, at 6:00pm, in the Connors Funeral Home, 55 West Main Road in Portsmouth.Calling hours will be held Wednesday, May 20, 2009, from 4:00-6:00pm, in the funeral home. Donations in his memory may be made to the Phoenix House Exeter Center, 251 Main Street Exeter, RI 02822.
Tributes
"Callahan Family, I am so sorry I could not make it out for Uncle Jack's Funeral. I will miss him greatly. I always enjoyed our political talks. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you Jack, Andy, Michael and the Kids"
"Dear Mike and family, I just wanted to express my condolences regarding your dad's passing. . .I have a lot of fond memories of him as we grew up. . . Peace to all of you. . .God Bless. jeff moniz"
"Mike - sorry for your loss... your friends in VA are thinking of you... Steven Lopes"
"Jackie, Michael & family, We send our deepest sympathy for the loss of your dad and grandfather. He was a good man and the best uncle to me,Dan,Lisa & Sharon. He will be dearly missed and always remembered. Love Cindy & Sean Petersen"
"John, My heart and prayers go out to you and your family during your time of bereavement. And may God bless and keep you and your family close to him during this time. Sorrowfully, Alisa M. cager"
"My heartfelt condolences to you and your family."
"John, My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family during this time. My prayers and thoughts are with you. God Bless"
"I'm so sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with your family."
"John sorry about your loss,my best to you and your family. Debbie"
"Mike I would just to express my condolences to you and your family. Sorry for your loss and if you ever need an ear just call."
"My deepest sympathy to you and your family in your time of sorrow."
"Jackie and Michael, I am very sorry for the loss of your Dad. Sometimes its hard for Dads and Sons to contect but I think your relationships were different. Uncle Jack was an honest and caring person and he was always great to be around. I remember when we lived in Maine coming down to visit when you lived in that huge house on the edge of town. The next year I rode down with your Mom on the bus and stayed the whole summer. Jack would walk with us down to a small walk-up restaurant next to the seawall and we would have the best seafood. Then he took me out claming very early one morning, which I didn't like much, but he had such a good time, it was hard not to have a good time with him. Everyone always said hello to us because he knew everyone, and I think he even said hello to people he didn't know. I will miss Uncle Jack and I hope everyone remembers what a kind and good man he was."
"Although we had never met him we are sure he will be missed by friends and family. Our sincerest condolences to the family and especially to Jack."
"Mike---My deepest heartfelt condolonsces to you and all your family. Just remember that although you may not see him, your Dad will be with you always. Bob"
"Dear Jackie and Mike, We are so sorry for your loss. I will always have great memories of the times spent and the conversations had with "Uncle Jack". He truly was an important part of our family. He will be missed. We are thinking of you all and will keep you in are prayers. Love,"
"Dear Jack & Mike, Our deepest and sincere sympathy for your loss. We were very fond of "Uncle Jack" and we always enjoyed the time we spent with him, and all of you through the years. We loved him and will certainly miss him. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love,"
"Dear Mike, Sorry to hear about your dad. I emailed Steven as I know he would want to know. He is in Huntsville, Alabama so I'm not sure how soon you will hear from him but I know he along with all of us send you our thoughts and prayers. Mrs. Lopes"
"Mike, my condolences for the loss of your father and your best friend. You always spoke about your father with such glowing admiration and love. It is obvious through his love and support of you that you became the well rounded person that you are with a love for sports and civic duties, etc. My thoughts and prayers are with you."
"Dear Mike, I was sorry to see the passing of your Dad in the newspaper. May he rest in peace and you find comfort in your memories of him. Maryann"
"Mike and the Callahan Family, Your Dad will be missed on many levels. His contributions to the Town of Portsmouth and his dedication to the local sports cannot be measured. He will also be missed for his humor, his patience and tolerance. It was always comforting to know he was around to take care of things. God Bless, Mike Evan"
"Dear Mike, Your father was one of the 1st Lions of District 42 I had the please of meeting. He will be missed by his fellow Lions. May this journey bring him joy and you peace knowing he is safely home. Blessing to you and all his family. PDG Dorothy A. Cardon Rhode Island District 42 Lions"
"Dear Michael and Family, I am so sorry for your loss, your father was a wonderful person who had a heart of gold. I remember the days I worked at Pete and Flo's and he use to come in to eat and tease me. After many years,I connected with him thru the Lion's Club, he was never afraid to speak his mind which I loved about him. I will remember you and your dad in my prayers."
"Dear Mike and Family, I am sorry to hear about the passing of your beloved father. You have been in my thoughts and prayers for a long time. Mike, I know how much you loved your father and took such good care of him. I will continue to pray for you and your family to get through this very difficult time."