O'DONAGHUE, John W. Jr. of Scituate, MA, passed away peacefully, on June 14, 2025, after a courageous battle with lymphoma.
He was surrounded by friends and family in his final days, a testament to the quiet strength and deep connections he cultivated throughout his life. John shared his life with his beloved wife of forty-seven years, Bibsy (Swart).
He leaves behind his children, Jeanne H. Durkee (Dustin) of Scituate, MA, and Connor W. O'Donoghue (Lauren) of Lakewood Ranch, FL. John's greatest joy in life was being the cherished grandfather of Jack and Ben Durkee, and Leo O'Donoghue. He was the brother of Kevin J. (Gerry) and Stephen C. (Annette) O'Donoghue, Arlene Belliveau (Jerry), Karen Bagshaw (Mark) and Janet Varney (Phil).
He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and legions of friends. Born in 1953, to the late John W. O'Donoghue, Sr. and Alice M (Bronzo), John graduated from Arlington Catholic High School in 1971, from Kimball Union Academy in 1972, and from Saint Anselm College in 1976. After graduation, he joined his father at the O'Donoghue Insurance Agency and took over the management of the Agency in 1981.
His vision, business acumen and steady hand shepherded the Agency into the successful enterprise it is today. A licensed pilot, with a true love of aviation, John spent many hours donating his time to Angel Flights, in order to provide transportation for critically ill children. John had a quick wit and an easy laugh.
He loved being out on the water, out on the golf course and at Fenway Park, but most of all he loved his wife, his children, his grandchildren and his extended family. He will always be remembered for his loyalty to family and friends, his generosity to his communities and his service to those who needed him most. John's family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to everyone at MGH's Lunder nine floor, especially Hannah, Lily, Callie, Kelsey, Jamie and Mary Kate.