John York's obituary , Passed away on January 6, 2026 in Watertown, Massachusetts

John York

December 14, 1940 - January 6, 2026 (85 years old)

Watertown, Massachusetts

John York's obituary , Passed away on January 6, 2026 in Watertown, Massachusetts

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MacDonald, Rockwell & MacDonald

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John York

December 14, 1940 - January 6, 2026 (85 years old)

Watertown, Massachusetts

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John York Obituary

We bid farewell to John York (Watertown, Massachusetts), born in Brighton, Massachusetts, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 6, 2026 at the age of 85. John touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. 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 father John Joseph York; and his sister Mary York. He is survived by: his wife Patricia York (Ambrose); his son John J. York; his sister Carol Falvey (York); and his grandchildren, Nicole Palmer, Allison Rossi, John York (Barnstable Police Department), Matthew Dunbar, Brian Dunbar and Sean Dunbar. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
MacDonald, Rockwell & MacDonald



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MacDonald Rockwell MacDonald Funeral Home
270 Main St, Watertown, MA 02472

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Jan 12

Mass of Christian Burial

Church of Saint Patrick
212 Main St, Watertown, MA 02472

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