Jack's Memory Wall
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Condolences go to the whole family! Our family will miss him.
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Kathleen Haines Dailey
March 14th, 2022 at 4:00pm
Jill , Kelly and family, I was blessed to know Jack. Always with his happy smile and willingness to help. God Bless you ,Jack, I will miss you .
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Genie Insidioso
March 1st, 2022 at 6:40pm
I first came to know Jack while he was living at the River Ridge retirement facility as we introduced my mother-in-law Dolores Phillips Phaff. As Becky and I would visit Dee Jack was always there with a smile on his face and a laugh that was infectious. And as we got to know Jack’s family through meeting there we noticed that there was a kindred spirit among us all and what we are dealing with and embracing. We enjoyed the fact of calling Jack and Delores boyfriend and girlfriend as they seemed to make a very cute couple and there were no disagreements with politics for them to bicker over :-) On Jack’s birthday last year Jill brought in a birthday card expressing her love for her father but was too emotional to read it and asked me to do so. As I read the card to Jack with Jill holding his hand and looking on I read Jill‘s words with my voice. Jack seem to look at me kind of funny at first but I believe he realized where the words were coming from and who they were coming from, as our eyes engaged he smiled at me and at that point I felt like I was adopted by Jack and somehow brought into the fold. I would sometimes sit with Jack in front of the big TV and watch a football game and talk about South Haven and Fire Dept. whenever the thoughts would come up, this was usually while Becky was helping give her mom a bath, but Jack was the one I was drawn to and felt most comfortable with. I will surely miss Jack even though I knew him for a short while but knowing the essence of his life existed within him and now knowing how fitting the tribute given to him meant to me I do feel The pain and loss as if I were family. So sorry for your loss to all who knew him 🙏❤️
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Scott Owen
March 1st, 2022 at 4:00pm
Kelley, Jill, and McCloughlin Family; My Deepest thoughts and prayers for all of you. I as well dreaded this day, but I knew it would come and it did. I thank God for placing Jack in my life as his caregiver. Jack you are so missed. Rest in peace my dear friend. Thank you for the great memories and fun times at work. ❤
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Jacquie Hedges
February 28th, 2022 at 8:35pm
My heartfelt condolences. His love of family continues on. I never knew a more proud dad/grandpa. ❤️
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Dani Holmes Weber
February 28th, 2022 at 4:35pm
Jill and Kelley, I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Jack was always a gentleman and caring man. He will be missed by so many people that he touched throughout his life, but will never be forgotten. Rest in peace Sir.
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Jay Wininger
February 28th, 2022 at 12:59pm
Jill and Kelley I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs ❤
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Monica Koblinski
February 28th, 2022 at 11:33am
Jill and Kelley , I am so sorry for your loss. I have so many memories of our trips to Michigan from Colorado every summer as a child. Uncle Jack always made sure to spend some quality time with us when we were there. He was a good man and will be fondly remembered by so many.
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Dale A. McCloughan
February 27th, 2022 at 2:59pm
Jill, Kelly, and Barb. My time with Jack in the Fire Department was a great one. He was always there when we needed him. He will be greatly missed by all.
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Dion & Lyn LeMieux
February 27th, 2022 at 11:50am
Jill, Kelley and family, although We are all so very sorry for the loss of Jack. Can’t imagine a South Haven without him and all he has done for his community. Having said that his greatest joy was his family and he made sure we all knew it. My time with Jack whether business or coffee time will forever be treasured. My heart felt condolences to each of you.
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Brian Kreiger
February 27th, 2022 at 8:31am
So sorry to hear of Jack's passing. He was such a nice sweet man!
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Rebecca Hyun
February 26th, 2022 at 8:05pm
No words can ease your pain … but please take comfort in knowing all the lives your Dad has touched. Your work here is done Jack, rest in peace
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Jan Overhuel
February 25th, 2022 at 7:49am
Jack was a great and caring Uncle. When I had a grandson born with heart issues he took on the concern and donated money prayers and many phone calls. Living in Colorado I looked forward to almost every summer of my childhood visiting South Haven and Bangor. As an adult I did not get to make those yearly trips. Uncle Jack made sure to always stay up with what was going on in our lives. He was gentle and loving to everyone. The world has experienced a great loss and heaven definitely gained an angle. Kelley and Jill he will be with you always. With tears, prayers and love I say see you in the future Uncle Jack. Love always Debra McCloughan Parrott
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Debra McCloughan Parrott
February 24th, 2022 at 6:59pm
Dear Jill and Kelley, So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.
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Susan Hood Hoffman
February 24th, 2022 at 12:23pm
Our deepest condolences to the entire McCloughan Family. Many great memories of Jack growing up. We are thinking of you all, keeping you in our prayers and wishing you peace.
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Charlie & Cheryl Hamlin & Family
February 24th, 2022 at 11:12am
Kelley and Jill, even in High School,He was cheered on all the fields,Football,Basketball and Baseball! He was a class hero! He continued that thur the rest of his life! South Haven is a much better place, because of his caring for his fellow man! Rest In Peace JACK!
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Joan Antonson Zarnick
February 24th, 2022 at 10:05am
I have been in this business for over 30 yrs and my goal has always been to make a change in people's lives. Jack and his family changed mine. "Papa Jack" and Jill and Kelly will forever be apart of my heart.
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Tonya
February 24th, 2022 at 8:42am
Thinking of you all with great fondness Sandra and Doug
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Doug and Sandra Quinn
February 23rd, 2022 at 7:20pm
You girls eased him into the next world so gently and lovingly. I hope the strength you got from each other continues through your grieving. He taught you everything you need to know to go on without him. Remember, you are your fathers daughter’s. 💗
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Vandy
February 23rd, 2022 at 5:37pm
Jill and Kelley, I am sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Your father always took time to say hi when we ran into each other over the years. Hoping the great memories sustain during this difficult time.
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Jon P Dorow
February 23rd, 2022 at 4:07pm
When Jack and I were 13 years old. we attended a junior high dance. I had a severe appendicitis attack and he carried me all the way home (about 3/4 mile). This was the kind of caring person he was and I am sure it stayed with him through the years. He was a very good athlete and genuine good friend. Sincere condolences to Jill and Kelley. RIP dear friend.
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Carol Bagley Hernandez
February 23rd, 2022 at 2:31pm
I am so sorry for your loss; I worked at S .E .Overton Company with Jack; he was such a joy to be around. Prayers to all of you.
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Ruth Kirkpatrick Hewitt
February 23rd, 2022 at 1:53pm
So sorry for the loss to all who knew Jack. I have so many memories of him in sports and other school events.
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Rosalie Hodges Townsend
February 23rd, 2022 at 1:25pm
My heart is so sad today for all of you but trust that no man was ever loved more by his family, nor better cared for, or more loved by his friends and community. What a legacy Jack leaves.
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Karyn Adler Fasel
February 23rd, 2022 at 11:47am
Jill, may you be comforted by the love of Christ and may you know that you honored, loved and cared for your Dad well. You and your family are in my prayers.
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Liz Hill
February 23rd, 2022 at 10:55am
Dear Jill and Kelley You were blessed with a great dad. I hope the kindness he showed you, the good times you shared and the unconditional love he gave, give you strength and peace as you go through this difficult time. Love to you and your families,
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Tom McCloughan
February 23rd, 2022 at 9:19am
I always admired Jack. As Plant Manager at S.E. Overton I would call on him pfor guidance and advice as Plant Manager for Hamlin-Overton Frame Company. Always willing to help is a testament of Jack’s dedication toward helping others. I send my condolences to the family and can assure them that Jack was and is a positive influence in my life.
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David Hamlin
February 23rd, 2022 at 8:59am
So sorry for your loss, Jill, and Kelley.
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Stephanie McCloughan Walker
February 23rd, 2022 at 8:48am
My condolences to the family. Jack was always kind and always wanted to help in anyway he could will never forget him.
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Larry Moret
February 23rd, 2022 at 8:44am
Jim and the entire McCloughan family, please accept my condolences. Jim, I know how much you loved him. Barry.
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Barry Shanley
February 22nd, 2022 at 11:14pm
Jill & Kelley, sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Jack taught me a lot about being a firefighter & in turn I got to fight a few fires with him before he retired to learn some more. It was always a joy to be around him especially at the coffee table in the early morning hours at the firehouse before we went to work. We also had some good times playing around at the firehouse as kids. Thinking of both of you. RIP Jack.....
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Keith Bierhalter
February 22nd, 2022 at 5:11pm
