John McDermott

Birth date: Feb 21, 1943 Death date: Jan 2, 2012

John Edmund McDermott "Jack", age 68, of Lorain, passed away suddenly, Monday, January 2, 2012 at his home. He was born on February 21, 1943 in Amherst, Ohio to Joseph and Margaret (nee Mackin) McDermott. He graduated from Lorain Read Obituary

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Jerry Rombach - Elyria, Oh - Friend

741w ago

John,
I am deeply saddened to learn of your dad's passing. I've known Jack for nearly 50 years. In fact he worked for me briefly before going tothe Journal and then the PD. I always enjoyed my friendship with him. We both mutually covered high school sports events in Lorain County and always had a cordial relationship with him. I also worked along side of him at many Ohio state tournaments. We shared a lot of laughs over the years and I always considered him my friend even though he worked for rival newspapers. I will remember him fondly for years to come.
Jerry Rombach

Tim Gebhardt - Elyria, Oh - Friend

741w ago

Jack was a good friend for many, many years. We used to go to 'breakfast' after covering basketball or football on Friday nights. It gave us a chance to talk about the night's game and just shoot the breeze. Enjoyed those times a lot. Of course, when Gene Legeza was still alive, the three of us and anyone else that cared to join us would all be there. I'm gonna miss him. Wish I had one more chance to meet him on a Friday night again. God Bless his family.

Toni (Moscovits) Harlow

742w ago

Mr. (Mike) McDermott,
I totally remember you talking about your brother and his work at the Lorain Journal when I was your student at Prospect School (5th grade). It sounds like he made significant contributions, both personally and professionally. I was most touched by the mention of his love for his grandchildren and his work with the Special Olympics. My condolences to your brother's extended family and to you.
Blessings,
Toni Harlow

Chris (Baran) Harper - Oh

742w ago

Was so sorry to hear about Mr.McD. I know it's been a while since I've seen you all. I did enjoy all the time I spent with you all, way back in the day. Mr.McD was a great guy, father, and husband. I know he will be greatly missed, especially by all of you & all of your kids. You are all in my prayers. Take care... miss you all.. Chris :)

Amy Manco - Avon Lake, Oh - Friend

742w ago

Hello McDermott Family- We were deeply saddened by the news of Jack passing away. Those years we had together as he covered the Shoregal Basketball Teams were super. Jack was so enthused about our program and he loved to interview my girls. They were always looking for him after a game and were disappointed if he actually had to go cover another team! He was a true friend to me during those years. We loved the stories he wrote about our teams, so accurate and his words brought back vivid images of the game. I am going to the scrapbook now to look at some of the stories.

May fond memories help you all through this difficult time.

With love,

Laura

742w ago

So very very sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time--God Bless!

Ted Sexstella - Avon, Oh

742w ago

My deepest condolences to the McDermott family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Cheryl Koepke - Lorain, Oh - A Family Friend

742w ago

I am so sorry for your loss. May you have happiness and peace and celebrate his life as he would want it. May God Bless each and everyone of you. Love Cheryl

Lorelei Haupt - Lorain, Oh - Friend Of Daughter, Kris

742w ago

Dear Mrs. McDermott, Kris, John, Katy and Molly and children,

Sosorry for your loss. My prayers and my families prayers are with you!

Candace Clark - North Ridgeville, Oh

742w ago

i am so sorry for your loss. May your family find comfort and peace soon

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