John Howard McGovern, 61, of Emerson, NJ, formerly of Oradell, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2019 with his family by his side.
Jack was a loving husband, devoted father, compassionate son, loyal brother, caring uncle, and true friend to so many. He was the epitome of a Christian man who led by example and positively impacted the lives of many young men in his role as athletic director at Bergen Catholic High School in Oradell.
He was a graduate of Bergen Catholic High School and the College of the Holy Cross, in Worcester, MA, where he was an outstanding football player and a member of the Athletic Halls of Fame of both schools. Jack was an avid golfer at Hackensack Golf Club, where he won two Senior Club Championships and was a member of the board of trustees.
Prior to his position as athletic director, Jack ran the family business, G.T. McGovern & Sons Trucking and Warehouse Company Incorporated, with several of his brothers and cousins.
As AD, he helped build Bergen Catholic Athletics into one of the elite programs in the country. He was equally loved and respected by both his peers and the countless students he came into contact with.
Jack was a true competitor with a compassionate soul, and nothing gave him more pleasure than watching his children compete athletically.
Loving wife of Ann (nee Griffin) McGovern for 32 years. Devoted father of Brendan, Erin, Colin and Griffin. Cherished son of Therese M. (nee Markey) and the late Howard Francis McGovern. Dear brother of MaryBeth Budra (Stephen), Tom, Patti Hill (Peter), Bill (Colleen), Jim (Lauren), Rob (Kelly), Michael (Kristy), David (Melanie). Adored brother-in-law of Robert (Judy), Michael (Kimi), Brian, Kevin, Peter, Christopher (Judy), Gerald (Amy). He is also survived by 39 nieces and nephews.
Visitation was offered on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 from 2-8 PM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial officiated on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at 10:30 AM in Church of the Presentation, 271 West Saddle River Road, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458. Interment followed at Maryrest Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bergen Catholic High School to further support the revitalization of the school's athletic field.
For more information or online condolences, please visit John's tribute page at basralianfuneralhome.com
Jack was a loving husband, devoted father, compassionate son, loyal brother, caring uncle, and true friend to so many. He was the epitome of a Christian man who led by example and positively impacted the lives of many young men in his role as athletic director at Bergen Catholic High School in Oradell.
He was a graduate of Bergen Catholic High School and the College of the Holy Cross, in Worcester, MA, where he was an outstanding football player and a member of the Athletic Halls of Fame of both schools. Jack was an avid golfer at Hackensack Golf Club, where he won two Senior Club Championships and was a member of the board of trustees.
Prior to his position as athletic director, Jack ran the family business, G.T. McGovern & Sons Trucking and Warehouse Company Incorporated, with several of his brothers and cousins.
As AD, he helped build Bergen Catholic Athletics into one of the elite programs in the country. He was equally loved and respected by both his peers and the countless students he came into contact with.
Jack was a true competitor with a compassionate soul, and nothing gave him more pleasure than watching his children compete athletically.
Loving wife of Ann (nee Griffin) McGovern for 32 years. Devoted father of Brendan, Erin, Colin and Griffin. Cherished son of Therese M. (nee Markey) and the late Howard Francis McGovern. Dear brother of MaryBeth Budra (Stephen), Tom, Patti Hill (Peter), Bill (Colleen), Jim (Lauren), Rob (Kelly), Michael (Kristy), David (Melanie). Adored brother-in-law of Robert (Judy), Michael (Kimi), Brian, Kevin, Peter, Christopher (Judy), Gerald (Amy). He is also survived by 39 nieces and nephews.
Visitation was offered on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 from 2-8 PM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial officiated on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at 10:30 AM in Church of the Presentation, 271 West Saddle River Road, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458. Interment followed at Maryrest Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bergen Catholic High School to further support the revitalization of the school's athletic field.
For more information or online condolences, please visit John's tribute page at basralianfuneralhome.com
John Howard McGovern, 61, of Emerson, NJ, formerly of Oradell, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2019 with his family by his side.
Jack was a loving husband, devoted father, compassionate son, loyal brother, caring uncle, and true friend to so many. He was the epitome of a Christian man who led by example and positively impacted the lives of many young men in his role as athletic director at Bergen Catholic High School in Oradell.
He was a graduate of Bergen Catholic High School and the College of the Holy Cross, in Worcester, MA, where he was an outstanding football player and a member of the Athletic Halls of Fame of both schools. Jack was an avid golfer at Hackensack Golf Club, where he won two Senior Club Championships and was a member of the board of trustees.
Prior to his position as athletic director, Jack ran the family business, G.T. McGovern & Sons Trucking and Warehouse Company Incorporated, with several of his brothers and cousins.
As AD, he helped build Bergen Catholic Athletics into one of the elite programs in the country. He was equally loved and respected by both his peers and the countless students he came into contact with.
Jack was a true competitor with a compassionate soul, and nothing gave him more pleasure than watching his children compete athletically.
Loving wife of Ann (nee Griffin) McGovern for 32 years. Devoted father of Brendan, Erin, Colin and Griffin. Cherished son of Therese M. (nee Markey) and the late Howard Francis McGovern. Dear brother of MaryBeth Budra (Stephen), Tom, Patti Hill (Peter), Bill (Colleen), Jim (Lauren), Rob (Kelly), Michael (Kristy), David (Melanie). Adored brother-in-law of Robert (Judy), Michael (Kimi), Brian, Kevin, Peter, Christopher (Judy), Gerald (Amy). He is also survived by 39 nieces and nephews.
Visitation was offered on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 from 2-8 PM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial officiated on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at 10:30 AM in Church of the Presentation, 271 West Saddle River Road, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458. Interment followed at Maryrest Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bergen Catholic High School to further support the revitalization of the school's athletic field.
For more information or online condolences, please visit John's tribute page at basralianfuneralhome.com
Jack was a loving husband, devoted father, compassionate son, loyal brother, caring uncle, and true friend to so many. He was the epitome of a Christian man who led by example and positively impacted the lives of many young men in his role as athletic director at Bergen Catholic High School in Oradell.
He was a graduate of Bergen Catholic High School and the College of the Holy Cross, in Worcester, MA, where he was an outstanding football player and a member of the Athletic Halls of Fame of both schools. Jack was an avid golfer at Hackensack Golf Club, where he won two Senior Club Championships and was a member of the board of trustees.
Prior to his position as athletic director, Jack ran the family business, G.T. McGovern & Sons Trucking and Warehouse Company Incorporated, with several of his brothers and cousins.
As AD, he helped build Bergen Catholic Athletics into one of the elite programs in the country. He was equally loved and respected by both his peers and the countless students he came into contact with.
Jack was a true competitor with a compassionate soul, and nothing gave him more pleasure than watching his children compete athletically.
Loving wife of Ann (nee Griffin) McGovern for 32 years. Devoted father of Brendan, Erin, Colin and Griffin. Cherished son of Therese M. (nee Markey) and the late Howard Francis McGovern. Dear brother of MaryBeth Budra (Stephen), Tom, Patti Hill (Peter), Bill (Colleen), Jim (Lauren), Rob (Kelly), Michael (Kristy), David (Melanie). Adored brother-in-law of Robert (Judy), Michael (Kimi), Brian, Kevin, Peter, Christopher (Judy), Gerald (Amy). He is also survived by 39 nieces and nephews.
Visitation was offered on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 from 2-8 PM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial officiated on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at 10:30 AM in Church of the Presentation, 271 West Saddle River Road, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458. Interment followed at Maryrest Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bergen Catholic High School to further support the revitalization of the school's athletic field.
For more information or online condolences, please visit John's tribute page at basralianfuneralhome.com
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