OBITUARY
John D. McGaffin
July 18, 1925 – November 16, 2012
McGaffin, John D., 87, retired Machinist for Boeing passed away on Friday, November 16, 2012. John was an Army WWII Veteran. He was assigned to 1st infantry Division, Company F, 2nd Battalion and 18th Regiment that landed on Omaha Beach on June 9, 1944. He went through Huertgen Forest and was at the Battle of the Bulge. John was highly decorated receiving a Purple Heart w/ bronze cluster, EAME Ribbon w/Silver Star, Good Conduct Medal and Distinguished Unit Badge. He was a longtime member of St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Haysville.
Preceded in death by his parents John and Ota, his loving wife of 60 ½ years Josephine, sons Doug and Christopher McGaffin, brother William McGaffin, sisters Marilyn Rickett and Loetta Wells.
Survived by his children Janet Mila, Craig McGaffin (Connie), Joan Miller (Ray), Timothy McGaffin, (Kathy), Thomas McGaffin (Teri), Kirk McGaffin (Debbie), Mary Cassity, Alicia Sanburn (John),brother-in-law Ray Conners, sister-in-law Connie Conners, 24 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Rosary, 7pm, Tues. Nov. 20th, Funeral Mass, 11am, Wed. Nov. 21st both at St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Haysville.
In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established with Catholic Charities 532 N. Broadway, Wichita, KS 67214.
Services
- Rosary Service Tuesday, November 20, 2012
- Funeral Service Wednesday, November 21, 2012
- Viewing Sunday, November 18, 2012
REMEMBERING
John D. McGaffin
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RECEIVE UPDATESDanielle Vierthaler Brown
November 21, 2012
We will miss seeing John. He was so onery and not only teased me but my children as well! He would have to give me a hug every time I saw him, whether it was at church or the grocery store. We are keeping the entire McGaffin family in our thoughts and prayers.
Teresa Roberts
November 20, 2012
I didn't know Mr. McGaffin personally, but I've heard wonderful things about him. Please know his service to our country is very much appreciated. With love and prayers to Kirk, Debbie and the entire family.
Girls at Via Christi Thorn
November 20, 2012
Tom, Teri and all of the McGaffin family, May God ease your hearts knowing your loved one is in his loving arms. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time.
Scott Wilson
November 19, 2012
Joan and Ray you are in our prayers.
Jan and Frank Runa
November 19, 2012
Rest now. Your time on earth is complete and your rewards are waiting for you in Heaven. God Bless.
Steve and Terry Torres
November 19, 2012
Tom We were sorry to hear about your Father. He may be gone from this earth, but the memories you have of him will be in your heart forever.
Harry Simpson
November 18, 2012
Rest John, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.
Thank you for your service to this nation.
November 18, 2012
Tom
We are all sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mary Engelbrecht
November 18, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ron Cassity
November 18, 2012
John was a gruff man with a soft heart and insured that those he loved were taken care of. My children have lost much more than a grandparent. We have lost much more than a man. God Bless you John D. My sincerest sympathies to the McGaffin Clan.
November 18, 2012
John was such a sweet man. Whenever we'd be at the same mass we always hugged each other and he'd tell everyone I was his girlfriend...lol. Then we'd talk about the good old days when he'd film all us kids at the church picnic.
I will truly miss him.
Charlene
Tresa Miller Noyes
November 18, 2012
McGaffin family,
I'm so sorry to read about your dad. The front row at St. Cecilia's has lost another legand. My prayers and sympathy.
November 18, 2012
To all of you... what a great guy!! John and Jo and the Turners helped with each others kids when they were young. Such friendships last forever. I am sure that God welcomed him quickly. My love to all. -- Pat Turner
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