Obituary of John McCready

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts the family of John Robert McCready announce his passing on April 7, 2025, at the Sussex Health Centre. John was born February 28, 1942, in Shannon, NB, the son of the late Harold and Josephine (Innis) McCready.

From an early age John developed a love for farming on the family farm (which has been in the family for over 200 years).  John enjoyed farming well into his 70’s when his son Peter took over the working of the farm under the watchful eye of his father. The farm was always a place of contentment for John. He was always happiest with anything that involved working with the tractor.

John went to work at the Irving Dry Dock in 1969 and learned to weld and became an excellent welder. John Worked at the Dry Dock until 1981. In 1982 John went to work at the Irving Sussex Sawmill for a few weeks on a welding project. While there he was offered a position as Production Supervisor. John loved working at the mill where he made many good friends.

John was truly happy when he was able to spend time with family, from Christmas dinners with brothers and sisters to anything with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. John loved his family. As well as his family he had a great love for his Saviour Jesus Christ. He lived with a positive attitude. He had many great friends, but the four (BRAIN TRUST) members were his best friends. In his later years John loved to sit in his recliner and listen to Country and Gospel Music.When his feet were moving and his hands were tapping you knew he was enjoying the music. John loved to whistle, if you didn't know where he was, you could stop and listen for the tune.

John is survived by his loving wife of almost 60 years, Marion (Raven) McCready of Bloomfield, NB; his children: Peter McCready (Deborah) of Bloomfield, NB, Tim McCready (Pam) of Coldbrook, NS, Heather Waugh (Randy) of Petitcodiac, NB, Stacey McCready (Todd) of Norton, NB; grandchildren: Taylor (Carly), Josephine (Eric), Noah, Johnathan, Olivia, Adam (Leighann), Andrew, Aaron (Erin), great-grandchildren Brantley, Valerie and Mya. John also leaves to mourn his siblings: Frances Sharp of Lower Millstream, NB, Shirley Smith (Johnson) of Sussex, NB, Innis McCready of Rothesay, NB, Elizabeth Crouchman of Bloomfield, NB, Lorna McCready of Bloomfield, NB and David McCready (Shelly) of Sussex, NB; as well as Marion’s brothers and sisters; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides his parents, John was predeceased by his infant daughter Pamela Faith McCready, his brother-in-law George Sharp and his sister-in-law Mary McCready.

The family would like to express a heartfelt “Thank you” to the Extra Mural team of nurses for your many visits and the care you gave John. Also, “Thank you” to the Drs and nurses at the Sussex Health Centre, your kindness and compassion were felt and seen, and you will not be forgotten.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Sherwood’s Funeral Home and Life Tribute Center (506-839-2156) 18 Scovil Road, Norton, NB, from where visitation will be held on Friday, April 11, 2025 from 4:00 to 7:00pm.  The funeral service will take place on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 11:00am from the Bloomfield Baptist Church, Bloomfield, NB the interment will take place at the Bloomfield Baptist Church Cemetery.

Donations in memory of John may be made to the Bloomfield Baptist Church, the Lung Association or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Personal condolences to the family and memorial donations may be made through SherwoodsFuneralHome.com