John Gavin Sr.

April 2, 1958 - August 6, 2016

Gavin, John P. Sr. EAST GREENBUSH John P. Gavin Sr, 58, of East Greenbush passed away on Saturday, August 6, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. John's one thing he treasured more than anything, was his family. John will always be remembered for his love of music and horse racing. John was the life of the party with his infectious laugh and personality. John is predeceased by his parents, Gladys Gavin and Joseph Gavin Sr.; and sister, Marcia Montanye. John is survived by his loving wife, Jane Gilheany Gavin. John was extremely proud of his children, John P. Gavin Jr. (Amanda) Samantha (Aaron) Gladd, and Nick Gavin. John also is survived by his three grandchildren, that he absolutely adored and brought him great happiness, John P. Gavin III, Olivia Gavin, and Aliyah Gladd. John is also survived by his siblings, James Gavin, Joseph Gavin III, and Jackie Cassidy; sister-in-law, Cathy (George) Gilheany Fink; brother- in-law, Stephen Gilheany; and father-in-law, Bill Gilheany. John also leaves behind several nieces and nephews, and wonderful friends. The family wishes to thank all the doctors and nurses at St. Peter's Hospital ICU for the wonderful care and compassion. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Contributions can be made in John's name to the Wounded Warrior Project. - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/timesunion-albany/obituary.aspx?n=john-p-gavin&pid=181007848#sthash.LQZTiiLF.dpuf