James Redmond O’Hearn, 82, of Quincy, died at 8:45 p.m. Monday, January 30, 2012 in Blessing Hospital surrounded by his family.
Jim was born April 10, 1929 in Hannibal, MO, a son of Michael J. and Helen Ryan O’Hearn.
He married Mary Patricia Moore on March 31, 1951 in Hannibal, MO. She survives. On March 31, 2011 they celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.
Jim was a long time employee of Motorola, Inc. He was the owner and operator of Shamrock Fire Extinguisher Service, retiring in 1999. He was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church, the Silver Dollar Square Dance Club, and the founder of the Great River Rompers Square Dance Club in Palmyra, MO where he was the caller for over 25 years. Jim was a Lifetime Member of the Breakfast Optimist Club. He was an avid reader, cross word puzzle fan, golfer, and World War II buff.
In addition to his wife, Jim is survived by four daughters, Deborah O’Hearn Druffel, Patti O’Hearn (Don) Dixon, Mary A. O’Hearn, all of Quincy, and Judi O’Hearn of Edwardsville, IL, six grandchildren, Amanda Druffel (Eric) Becks, Adam (Gina) Druffel, Kyle (Amber) Dixon, Kallie Dixon, Steven (Heather) O’Hearn , of Quincy, and Kolby Dixon (Dustin) Rife of Palmyra, 5 great grandchildren, and two more on the way. One of Jim’s favorite things was to spend time with his family, and he was especially involved with and proud of his 6 grandkids who will carry him to his final resting place in Calvary Cemetery.
Jim is also survived by 1 sister, Sister Eleanor O’Hearn , C.S.J., of Denver, CO, and 3 brothers, Michael O’Hearn (Lorraine) of Florrisant, MO, Gene O’Hearn (Gerry) of Mt. Laurel, NJ, and Ken O’Hearn (Nancy) of St. Peters, MO.
He was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Mary O’Hearn Mudd and Helen Anne O’Hearn Walterscheid, and 2 brothers, Richard E. and David L O’Hearn.
SERVICES: Sat, Feb 4 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Blessed Sacrament Church
VISITATION: 9-11 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Church prior to the funeral Mass
Burial: Calvary Cemetery
MEMORIALS: Blessed Sacrament Church, Breakfast Optimist Club, Blessing Hospice
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RIP to my dad’s Uncle Jim. Take care, O’Hearn family.
What a wonderful man! Jim worked for years at the YMCA and we miss his jokes and smile everyday! He will be missed.
Debbie and family, So sorry about your dad. I didn’t work for him at motorola, but remember his friendly smile and laughter. Brenna sends her colndollence also. Take care will try to call you later. Bonnie.