Pittsford, NY: John “Jack” McGinnity passed away on January 18th at home at the age of 91 years old.
Jack was born in New York City on June 12, 1928. He recently moved from Westchester County to Pittsford to live with his family.
He is predeceased by his wife, Judy, and his five siblings. He is survived by his daughter, Molly (Peter) Coons and son, John (Edie) McGinnity Jr.; grandchildren Nate and Julia Coons, Morgan and John III McGinnity; and many loved nieces and nephews.
Jack was a WWII veteran and was stationed in Key West, FL. He would often reminisce about seeing Harry Truman while he was stationed there. After his time in the Navy, he had a long career on Wall street. He never attended college, yet he was able to rise to the rank of vice president at Chase Manhattan Bank and ended his financial career at Hilliard Farber & Co.
Jack was a proud father, Irishman, a faithful Catholic, and a history buff who loved Costco. In his final years he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren in Rochester, but his heart never left New York City. His big smile and good nature will be missed by many.
A Memorial Mass will be held on February 15th at Noon at St. Augustine’s Church, 18 Cherry Ave., Larchmont, NY 10538.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Lifetime Care Hospice, 3111 Winton Road South, Rochester, NY 14623. Lifetime Hospice provided excellent care to Jack, care that his family will always remember and appreciate.
Dear Molly,
I’m sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. I loved growing up Nextdoor to you and your parents were always so kind to me.
The Calls and Chinns are thinking of you. Mallory Call Chinn
Dear Molly and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing.. He was was one of those people that would light up a room with his
smile and we had never heard an unkind word from him about anyone. He was loved by everyone and will be sorely missed.
Molly,
Sending our love at this difficult time. May all the wonderful memories of your dad bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Love, Diane and Bill Faubion
We Loved Jack, spending time with him and listening to his great stories. We know tat Molly, Peter, Nate and Julia will find comfort and Joy reliving your time with him
We send you are love and shared sympathy
Always
Mimi and Grandpa
We as well as my parent’s extended our prayers, love and strength to all of you. You were the apple of his eye Molly and he is up there dancing with mom so sweet to think how happy she is to see him and be watching over all of you. You are one of the strongest people i’ve ever known. We love you and wish you nothing but happiness.
The Camarda and Cotrona families