John F. Cooney, 49, of Mansfield, formerly of West Roxbury passed away on Thursday, April 1, 2010. He was the beloved husband of Jeanne M. Cappa. Loving son of Leo Sr. and Joyce (Riley) Cooney of Humarock and Fort Myers, Florida.
In addition to his beloved wife of over 15 years and his loving parents he is survived by his devoted children, Jessica R. Cooney and Austin P. Cooney, both of Mansfield. He was the dear brother of Leo Cooney Jr. and his wife Mary Jane of Westwood, Eileen McDonough and her husband Gerard of Mansfield, Tricia Espinosa and her husband Carlos of North Carolina and Michael Cooney and his girlfriend Kari Lyon of Boston. John is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
For most of his life John was employed in the plumbing industry. He had worked for several different plumbing contractors before starting his own firm which he successfully operated for several years.
A former West Roxbury resident, John and his family had resided in Mansfield for the past 11 years. His family was the focal point of his life and he enjoyed attending his children’s sporting events which included softball, basketball and baseball. One of his favorite things was helping to coach his daughter’s softball team. He also enjoyed taking family trips and vacations. John was also a member of the West Roxbury Lodge of Elks. He was loved very much by everyone that knew him and will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend a Funeral Mass, which will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 6th at 10:30 A.M. in St. Mary’s Church, 330 Pratt Street (Route 106) Mansfield. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Mansfield.
Visiting hours will be held on Monday April 5th from 4-8 P.M. at the Sherman-Jackson Funeral Home, 55 North Main Street, Mansfield.
In lieu of flowers, John’s family has requested that contributions in his memory be made to the John F. Cooney Family Fund, care of, Mansfield Bank 80 North Main Street, Mansfield, MA 02048.
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