John "Jack" McGrane's obituary , Passed away on September 6, 2025 in Torrington, Connecticut

John "Jack" McGrane

December 10, 1923 - September 6, 2025 (101 years old)

Torrington, Connecticut

John "Jack" McGrane's obituary , Passed away on September 6, 2025 in Torrington, Connecticut

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Gleeson-Ryan Funeral Home

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John "Jack" McGrane

December 10, 1923 - September 6, 2025 (101 years old)

Torrington, Connecticut

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John McGrane Obituary

The passing of John McGrane of Torrington, Connecticut leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on September 6, 2025 at the age of 101. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John McGrane to show support.

He was predeceased by: his wife E. Maude "Dobbie" McGrane (Dobson); his parents, Theodore McGrane and Gertrude McGrane (O'Keefe); and his son-in-law Charles Olmstead. He is survived by: his children, John H. McGrane (Denise) of Farmington, Glenn F. McGrane (Barbara) of Harwinton, Mark D. McGrane (Alisa) of Austin, TX and Elaine McGrane Olmstead of Boxborough, MA; his grandchildren, Sarah Obremski, Calley Bangs and Bryan McGrane; and his great grandchildren, Ava Obremski, Hope Obremski, Makayla Obremski, Finley McGrane and Rowan McGrane. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions may be made to FISH (fishnwct.org/online-donations.html) or The Shrine of Lourdes in Litchfield (shrinect.org/donate (https://shrinect.org)).

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Gleeson-Ryan Funeral Home



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September 29, 2025

Allen Gunn wrote a sympathy message

“Was just made aware of your Dad’s passing, sorry to hear of this terrible news. Aways a man with a quick quip he was very personable when we interacted , may you folks find solace knowing that a man of his caliber will be watching over you . May the good Lord bless his soul . Be safe my friends. Allen Gunn”


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Sep 10

Visitation

Gleeson-Ryan Funeral Home
258 Prospect St, Torrington, CT 06790

Thu

Sep 11

Mass of Christian Burial

Lourdes Shrine
50 Montfort Rd, Litchfield, CT 06790

Thu

Sep 11

Burial

New St. Francis Cemetery
863 S Main St, Torrington, CT 06790

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