John Henry Loughrey, Jr.

Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Friend

John H. Loughrey, Jr., 82, of Quakertown, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on January 30, 1943, in Manhattan, New York, he was the son of the late John H. and Marietta (Laureyns) Loughrey. John grew up with a strong sense of family and community, which remained at the heart of his life.

After graduating from Allentown Central Catholic High School in 1960, John went on to attend Long Island University. In 1964, he enlisted in the United States Navy as a Fire Control Technician, proudly serving aboard the USS Columbus. He was honorably discharged in 1971 after years of dedicated service. Following his military career, John had a fulfilling 30-year career as a Calibration Technician with Brooks Instrument, LLC, where his work and craftsmanship were deeply valued.

Outside of his professional life, John found joy in a variety of hobbies that connected him with nature and his loved ones. He was an avid birdwatcher, skilled woodworker, and passionate collector of baseball memorabilia. He also enjoyed playing golf with the Brooks Instrument league and spent many cherished years fishing and hunting with his children. These trips were a treasured tradition, and he passed on his love for the outdoors to his children.

John was involved in the early development of the local soccer program and shared his enthusiasm for the sport by coaching his children’s teams. His commitment to both his family and community was evident in all that he did.

John was a member of the Sellersville Moose, the former Quakertown Moose, and the Quakertown American Legion.

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his grandson, Brandon Covaleski (2018); his daughter-in-law, Jennifer Loughrey (2022); and his brother-in-law, Stan Novak (2023).

John is survived by his devoted wife of sixty years, Joanne G. Loughrey, whom he married on December 18, 1965. He is also lovingly remembered by his children: Cathleen Covaleski (Kevin), Robert Loughrey, John Loughrey, III (Natalie), and Brian Loughrey; daughter-in-law, Sherry Loughrey; sister-in-law, Cheryl Novak; and his cherished grandchildren: Brianna Covaleski, Caitlyn Covaleski, Derek Loughrey (Victoria), Cullen Loughrey (Camryn), Aidan Loughrey, Shannon Loughrey, and Liam Loughrey. John also leaves behind his great-grandson, Killian Loughrey; brothers: Michael Loughrey (Sue) and Paul Loughrey; and a host of nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews, including Kimberly Almedia (Vincent), Corrine Loughrey, April Loughrey, Christopher Novak (Lauren), Vinny Almedia, Noah Novak, and Izzy Novak.

A visitation will be held at the C.R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., 821 West Broad Street, Quakertown, on Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 2:00pm until the time of the memorial service—in the funeral home—at 3:00pm.