John P. Harper

SPRINGFIELD-Jack Harper passed from this life after a brief illness. Born in Providence, RI, he resided in Springfield with his wife of 56 yrs. Carolyn (Gallant) Harper. He was an account executive for WWLP for over 30 yrs. and was an avid golfer. He also leaves behind 6 children: Debora Donahue of Spfld., Peter and wife Mary of Spfld., Mark and wife Nancy of Wilbraham, Patrick and wife Mary of South Windsor, CT, John and wife Tara of Spfld., Jennifer and husband Martin of Coventry, CT along with 15 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. As a member of the “Turner Street Gang”, he leaves many dear friends. Friends and family are invited to meet on Fri., Nov. 22nd at 10am for a Liturgy of Christian Burial at St. Paul the Apostle Church 235 Dwight Rd. Spfld. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, LLC 25 Mill St., Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements. Visit www.nefcc.net