John F. Regan, Sr.
John F. Regan, Sr. of Quincy, formerly of Dorchester and Sudbury, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on November 9, 2012. He is survived by his beloved wife Mary Pat (Riseling) Regan. Devoted father of Tricia Regan Rullo, husband Paul, Kathleen Regan, and John F. Regan, Jr., wife Catherine. Grandfather of Kelly and Mary Regan, and Patrick Ferris. Brother of James P. Regan and his late brother Daniel Regan, and sister Mary Regan. He is also survived by an abundance of nieces and nephews. Graduate of Boston College High School and Saint Bonaventure University. John served two tours in the Republic of Vietnam in the 4th Infantry Division in the Central Highlands, and later with the Riverine Patrol and the 9th Infantry Division in the Mekong Delta. His awards include the Bronze Star, with two Oak Leaf Clusters, as well as the Air Medal and Meritorious Service Medal. John was a National Service Officer for the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) from 1973-1997, serving in the Washington DC Service Office and the Boston Regional Office. He also served as the DAV Massachusetts State Commander from 1997-1998. One of his many honors as a National Service Officer, he received the “Man of the Year” award from the Congressional Medal of Honor Society. Lastly, he was a life long Patriots fan and Season Ticket holder. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday November 13, in Sacred Heart Church, North Quincy at 12 Noon. Visiting hours Tuesday in the Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington St., DORCHESTER LOWER MILLS, 9:00 – 11:00 am. Interment Tuesday at the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne at 2:30 pm. If desired contributions in John’s memory may be sent to any Veterans Charity.
Guestbook Entries
To Mary Pat and their family:
I’ve misses John and his many jokes, some of which the auxiliary helped him finish at times, I served as State DAV Auxiliary Commander along with John. Thus, John will always be “my Commander” even in the world of our future. My prayers are with you always.
Terry Downey and mother Alice
Words cannot express the sadness of hearing of Mr. Regan’s passing. He loved and was loved. I will never forget his smile and humor. He and his beautiful family are in my thoughts and prayers.
With love, peace, and condolense,
MaryClaire & Glen Prince
Dear Tricia and Family,
I am so sorry for you and your family druing this very difficult time. Your father clearly was an outstanding man and I know you are so very proud of him! He served his country in so many ways and his love of his family was so obvious in the many stories you told about him! You are in my thought and prayers and I ask that God will bring you solace and comfort by remembering all the happy memories you made with your Dad.
To the Regan Family,
We wish to extend our deepest sympathy. You are in our prayers. We are thankful for having John as a part of our organization through the years.
God Bless You,
John Coffin
We’ve lost a dear, dear friend and “buddy”. We will miss his always present smile and wonderful imitations of those around him. He still owes us money for the condo we sold him in our house!!!! Much love to all of you .Tom and Miriam
To John and the entire Regan Family,
Words cannot express my sadness on your loss. There’s no doubt that we are all richer for having your dad in our lives. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and I hope that the days ahead are filled with happy memories of better times spent together.
God Bless,
Paul Gaspar