If anyone ever cared, really cared for someone else it would have to be John Timothy McCabe. He was a warm hearted and well liked individual, and these wonderful traits came easily to him because he was such a sociable and amiable person, someone who was always making certain that those around him had whatever they needed. John was a talkative person. He liked to tell jokes and he was always smiling.
John was born at his home in Columbus, Ohio. He was the son of Raphael B. McCabe and Mary T. Igel. John was raised in Columbus, Ohio. During his childhood he learned to be reliable and respectful. John was an obedient child who wanted to win the favor of others. He found it easy to show sympathy and to perform kind acts for others. These admirable qualities would become a part of John's personality throughout his life.
Though John was frequently the one to initiate games and activities with his family, he was also quite often the family member who took the role of referee. John was raised with eight siblings. He had four older brothers, Bernard, Tom, Donald and Art; one older sister, Theresa; and two younger sisters, Betty and Marianne. John and his siblings had the typical rivalries while growing up, but they cared deeply for one another.
As someone who reveled in the sheer joy of his experiences, John was always enthusiastic about new adventures. Although he had an exacting nature, John was always tactful. One thing John will certainly be remembered for is that, when he got up in the mornings, he was ready and raring to go. "It's another beautiful day in Paradise" as he would say everyday. As a young boy, John had a number of interests and was an active child, taking part in football.
For John, the school routines were never a problem although he generally preferred variety to structure. He seemed to be able to start a project and work right through to its completion. And he was able to do it quickly and efficiently. John was also adept at details. John was very observant and was generally quick at picking up new things. He graduated from Bishop Watterson High School in 1960. He enjoyed some courses more than others, having favorite classes and teachers. His favorite class in high school was Math.
College can be a challenge, but John appeared to be well equipped to succeed. He had a knack for staying focused and on track no matter what was going on around him. John had the ability to work undisturbed through all of the constant interruptions that are a regular part of college life. John enjoyed using the skills he'd already learned and applying them to new courses. He knew the facts and rarely made factual errors. He earned his Associate Degree in Business from Columbus Technical Institute. His favorite course was Business.
John was a loving person. Some would even call him sentimental and a romantic at heart. His kindness and consideration radiated an aura of warmth to those around him. John cared for what others thought and carried that into his marriage on July 30, 2005 to Elizabeth A. Hurlow. He was married at Nellis Air Force Base Chapel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Compassionate and devoted, John worked hard to make his new life partner happy.
Harmony was important to John and he made every effort to maintain it with his family. John was blessed with six children, one son, John and five daughters, Theresa, Kim, Jolaine, Laurie and Angie. They were also blessed with fifteen grandchildren, Josh, Katie, Tony, Joey, Rick, Stephen, Lindsey, Sarah, Chris, Robert, Tim, John Michael, Jake, Nathan, and Shane and one great grandson, Naylan. John was always conscious of the feelings others had. He was reasonable and understanding. John would listen before he would act.
Taking his work seriously came naturally to John, and he expected the same from those around him. John was a good team player, someone who was born to cooperate with others. He was what some would call a “people person” and it was demonstrated in his good communication skills. John was a steady worker, one who was realistic about schedules. The kind of details that would give family members and work colleagues fits were situations that John handled well. He could understand the details without getting lost in the broad “big picture.” His primary occupations were Aviation Storekeeper First Class and as a recruiter in the U.S. Navy, retiring after 26 1/2 years. He was also employed as a barber and as a salesperson for numerous beverage companies. He brought harmony to his work environment, doing what was necessary in order to get the job done, while always maintaining respect for his colleagues.
Blessed with a practical nature, John was a person who appreciated the routine of the military. He was a man who took his obligations seriously, working well with the others in his unit. John was a Navy veteran. He was stationed in California and Japan. John served during the Vietnam War as a Petty Officer First Class. Through his hard work and dedication, he achieved the rank of Aviation Storekeeper First Class (AK1). He received several awards including a Navy Recruiting Service Ribbon (5), Good Conduct Award (5), Armed Forces Reserve Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Expert Pistol Sharpshooter and Sailor of the Year.
A methodical man, John enjoyed spending time working on his various hobbies. He had no problem following all of the steps and instructions on a given project and was proud of the fact that he could have something to show for his efforts. His favorite pursuits involved participation in the Buckeye Club of which he was a co-founder.
John was one of those people who took pride in constantly putting forth his best effort. Nowhere was that more visible than in sports. John was always enthusiastic and a great team player. In high school, John played football. John also liked being a sports fan and enjoyed following his favorite teams whenever he got the opportunity. Tops on his list were football, basketball, baseball and NASCAR.
His keen interest in things that affected the lives of other people led John to become actively involved in professional and community organizations. Because he was outgoing and worked well with others, John did his fair share of volunteer work. And he wouldn’t shy away from taking the lead on committees or events, either. He was a born list maker and was great at creating and sticking to schedules. Throughout his later years, John remained active in the Buckeye Club.
His high moral standards and traditional values served John well with his faith. Religion and faith were important to him. He was a member St. Phillips, Christ the King and Our Lady of Perpetual Help for 12 years. During that time, he was actively involved in Church festivals and bingo. He was well respected because he was such an outgoing individual who sought to help in any manner he could.
Not only did John enjoy traveling, but he also seemed to enjoy planning all of those trips and vacations. He was a facilitator who could easily make up a near perfect schedule of all of the things to do and see. He rarely tired of going back and revisiting his favorite places. Favorite vacations included Las Vegas, Washington D.C., Niagara Falls, Virginia Beach, Hawaii and Europe.
John will be sadly missed by Daddy's Baby Girl, Gracie who helped him recover after his open-heart surgery. Gracie showed John how a pet's love can help heal the mind, body and soul. Because of this, John's attitude toward pets changed forever.
Since it was easy for John to meet and get to know new people, he quickly made friends, even in retirement. Once he met those new friends, he loved sharing stories and talking about the good old days. Since he was practical and cost effective, John was ready when that day to retire finally came in 2000. His new life involved relocating to Las Vegas, Nevada. In retirement, he found new pleasure in gambling, traveling and working puzzles. Even in retirement, John stayed in touch with his old friends and made plenty of new acquaintances. He was active in the community and felt fulfilled with the opportunities that retirement offered him.
John passed away on June 27, 2010 at St. Rose Dominican Hospital in Henderson, Nevada. John fought a brave battle against an unknown lung infection. He is survived by his wife, Beth; six children, Theresa, Kim, Jolaine, Laurie, John and Angie; fifteen grandchildren, Josh, Katie, Tony, Joey, Rick, Stephen, Lindsey, Sarah, Chris, Robert, Tim, John Michael, Jake, Nathan and Shane; one great grandson, Naylan; one brother, Donald; two sisters, Betty and Theresa; and his loving pet, Gracie. Services were held at Palm Mortuary. John was laid to rest in Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Boulder City, Nevada.
John was a fantastic conversationalist who could engage just about anyone in a discussion. And whenever he said something, he meant it. John was a down to earth person, outgoing and gregarious. He was without question the type of person who enjoyed experiencing things first hand. He was practical and sensible, but what friends and family will remember him for most is the fact that he was so understanding and kind. Everyone whose life he touched will miss John Timothy McCabe.
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