John "Jack" C. Galvin

December 24, 1935 - May 1, 2017

Jack passed away peacefully on the evening of May 1st surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his beloved wives Patricia Galvin, and Jackie Galvin. He is survived by his first wife, Marian Brickner of St. Louis, MO and mother of his 6 children: Kathi Wilson (Larry ), John Galvin, Ruth Ahlemeier, Jacqueline Cotton (Robert), Roger Galvin (Laura ) and Richard Galvin and 4 stepchildren: Julie Schulze (Chris), John Prewitt (Deana), Debbie Willard (Phil) and Brice McPherson (Calisse). He had 7 grandchildren Kelsee and Jaci Wilson, Allison and Miranda Cotton, Rachel and William Ahlemeier, and Marshall Galvin. He had 9 step-grandchildren: Sam, Adam and Cooper Schulze, Evan and Paige Prewitt, Samantha and Megan McPherson, and Alexandria and Jackson Willard. Jack was an only child who grew up in West New York, New Jersey and attended Clarkson University where he earned his degree in Engineering. He started an industrial representative firm, Tri J Power, Inc. in 1966. He was proud to have earned his Eagle Scout in his youth and supported others working toward that goal whenever possible. He was proud to have served in the Marine Corp reserves. During his lifetime he enjoyed spending time with his family, collecting cars that each received an old time ooga horn that he blew upon his arrival. He loved boating and belonged to the Antique and Classic Boat Society for many years. He loved attending the sporting events of his grandchildren whenever possible. He will be missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers please give to one of the charitable organizations he supported: the Wounded Warrior Project, Alzheimer’s Association, and Boy Scouts of America.