John J. McGuire, Jr.
May 3, 2021
John J. McGuire, Jr., passed away peacefully in his home on May 3, 2021 at the age of 89. John will be remembered for riding around the neighborhood on his bike and being a staple of Mifflin Street often waving to people driving by. He was the beloved husband of Joan (nee Whalin) and devoted father of Rita Birch (John), Carol McGuire, Janice Fizur (David), John McGuire III (Marian), and the late Kenneth (Christine). He was the loving Pop of Dennis (Michele), Kara (Scott), Jonathan, Eric, Zachary (Katie), Brie, Lindsay (Thomas), Jill (Michael), Kierstyne (Tim), Kelsey (Andrew), Christian, Kyle, Christopher, Ryanne , as well as, 11 great grandchildren. John is also survived by his brother, Walter McGuire (Noreen). Relatives, friends, and Members of the 72 Shop of the Philadelphia Navy Yard are invited to his Viewing and Funeral, Friday, May 7, 2021 from 8 AM to 10 AM at the Rogers Funeral Home, Inc., 1426-30 South 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 followed by his Mass of Christian burial at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church at 10:30 AM. Interment will follow at SS Peter & Paul Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in John's name to American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, 3535 Market Street, Philadelpia, PA 19104 or www.afsp.org
John J. McGuire, Jr., passed away peacefully in his home on May 3, 2021 at the age of 89. John will be remembered for riding around the neighborhood on his bike and being a staple of Mifflin Street often waving to people driving by. He was... View Obituary & Service Information