Gavin Jr., John Michael
John Michael Gavin Jr., 74, died suddenly March 26 2022, in Hebron, Connecticut surrounded by the beauty of his happy place, Blackledge Country Club. John was born April 15, 1947, in New York City, to John and Marie (Navagh) Gavin. John is a proud graduate of Penney High School in East Hartford, CT. He had very fond memories of working at Augie and Ray's during this time. John moved on to Providence College, graduating in 1969, and starting a legacy of Friars including his two sons Sean ('01) and Michael ('03). Serving in the Reserved Officers' Training Corps during college, John joined the United States Army after graduation achieving a rank of Second Lieutenant. Following his military career, John worked in sales until his retirement. John was an avid golfer and found solace on the course. Those he played affectionately knew him as “Long Ball.” Following in his father's footsteps, John was fortunate enough to celebrate his lifelong golfing journey with a hole-in-one on September 9, 2017, at the Gilead Highlands 8th hole (and amazingly repeated the feat 4 years later). Off the course, John was known as a man of principle, faith, and family. His true dedication was exemplified from his steadfast relationship to his wife Diana of 44 years. He leaves behind his sister Joan, his two boys, Sean and Michael, their wives Kristy and Lana Gavin, and his five beloved grandchildren, Brady, Ty, Fay, Cade, and Cora, who will surely miss their grandad. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, April 8th at 10a.m. directly in St. Josephine Bakhita Church, St. Elizabeth Seton Campus, 280 Brook St. Rocky Hill. Interment will follow in the State Veteran's Cemetery, Middletown. Family and friends are invited to the Giuliano-Sagarino Funeral Home at BROOKLAWN, 511 Brook St. Rock Hill, on Thursday, April 7th from 5-7p.m. In lieu of flowers please send memorial donations to the American Heart Association or Rocky Hill Human Services Department. For online guestbook please visit www.brooklawnfuneralhome. com.