Hourihan, John J. Sr. Age 83 of Readville and Boca Raton, FL, died peacefully on March 14, surrounded by family. Beloved husband of 57 years to the love of his life Barbara (Joseph). Devoted father of Peter and his wife Nicole of South Boston, the late Dianne of Roslindale, the late John Jr. and his wife Kerrie of Walpole. Loving grandfather of Jillian Lynch and her husband Daniel of South Boston, Jaclyn of New York, NY and Ryan Hourihan of Walpole. Son of the late Daniel and Mary Alice of Roslindale. Son-in-law of the late George and Anna Joseph. Brother of the late Harold and his wife Theresa of Centerville, the late Daniel of Roslindale, Anne and her husband Bob of Hanover, and Lorraine and her late husband Tony of Stoughton. John is also survived by many brothers and sisters in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Funeral from the Robert J. Lawler & Crosby Funeral Home, 1803 Centre St. WEST ROXBURY on Wednesday March 19, at 10:00 AM. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in The Holy Name Church at 11:00 AM. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours in the funeral home Tuesday March 18, from 2:00 to 8:00 PM. Interment Mt. Benedict Cemetery.
John grew up in Roslindale, where at a very young age he began working to help his family. After graduating from Roslindale High, John served in the Marine Corps during the Korean War. John hit the lottery on December 31, 1954 when he met Barbara and married her in October of 1956. John was a successful businessman in Roslindale as co-owner of Hourihan Oil heating and air-conditioning. John and Barbara raised their family in Roslindale. Professionally and personally, John was respected and revered by all. The word most used to describe John by others was “best”; best husband, father, uncle, son-in-law, brother–in-law, father-in-law, grandfather, boss, friend and man. When John wasn’t working or spending time with his family, he enjoyed playing cards, bowling and golf. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (http://www.stjude.org).