John H Garvey Obituary
In loving memory of John H Garvey of Osterville, Massachusetts, born in West Roxbury, Massachusetts, who departed this world on May 7, 2026 at the age of 96. John leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though John may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those John touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John D. Garvey and Madeline M. Garvey (Cleary); his daughter Elizabeth Olson; and his brother Richard Garvey. He is survived by: his wife Carole Garvey (Chisholm); his children, Anne Palmer (Gary) of Bloomington, IN, Catherine Jannace (Jim) of Redding, CT and John (late Elaine (Lospennato) Garvey) of Mashpee; his sister Joan May of Irvington, VA; and his son-in-law Donald Olson of Ohio. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 17th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Chapman Funerals & Cremations (3778 Falmouth Rd, Marstons Mills, MA 02648). A funeral Mass will be held on Monday, May 18th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Our Lady of Assumption Church (76 Wianno Ave, Osterville, MA 02655).
