John Callaghan

A much-loved husband, father, son and brother, John Callaghan, age 64, of Forest Hill, Maryland passed away peacefully at his home on January 20, 2022. He bravely confronted and fought cancer. 

He was an amazing family man whose greatest loves were his family and making people laugh. John loved sports and coaching his kid’s teams.  He was a devoted fan to his beloved Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots.  He even remained a huge Tom Brady fan despite his trade to the TB Bucs. 

He was born in 1957 in Boston, Massachusetts. He is the son of John and Lorraine (Barnes) Callaghan.  John was a 1979 graduate of Massachusetts Maritime Academy and for many years worked as a Chief Engineer on vessels at sea. He always loved the ocean and one of his favorite spots was Cape Cod beach.

John is predeceased by his father John. He is survived by his loving wife, Wendy (Wotring) Callaghan and his beautiful children, Kirsten Reilly of Raleigh, NC, Kaylee Callaghan of Forest Hill, MD; son, Kyle Callaghan of Washington DC.

He is also survived by his mother; Lorraine Callaghan of Weymouth, MA; brother, Mike Callaghan of Jupiter, FL; sisters, Donna D'Amato of Middleboro, MA, Janie Deldotto of Moultonborough, NH, Susan Gutro of Quincy, MA and many nieces and nephews that he loved dearly.

John’s family will be hosting a private memorial service on Saturday, February 12, 2022 at 1 PM.

Contributions may be made to National Brain Tumor Society at www.braintumor.org