John Francis Lunney, Jr., 79, Bristol

Mr. John “Jack” Francis Lunney Jr., 79, of Bristol, died peacefully Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2016 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence. He was the devoted husband of the late Priscilla Ann (Ferrara) Lunney, the love of his life.  

Born in Fall River, Mass., and a lifelong resident of Bristol, he was a son of the late John F. and Frances (Vincent) Lunney. He is survived by his brother Vincent of Bristol. 

He was a proud graduate of LaSalle Academy, class of 1954. He served briefly in the RI National Guard in the 1950s. He was the esteemed founder and proprietor of Jay-El Trophies & Awards in Bristol, originating in 1962.  

In addition to his lifelong passion for his business, he previously worked at Berkshire Hathaway in Warren. From there, he began working at Johnson Motor Lines in Lincoln, as the terminal supervisor and dispatcher. 

In his youth, Jack was also a proud member of the Defiance Hose Co. #1, a car enthusiast and an avid bowler. He was a 30-plus year member and past treasurer for the Bristol Athletic Hall of Fame Committee. He was a deeply religious man and communicant of St. Mary’s Church, Bristol. 

He is survived by his sons, John Francis III (Lisa) of Bristol, and Michael Patrick (Donna) of Portsmouth; and a daughter Rebecca Kathleen (Thomas) of Bristol. In addition, he had four beloved grandchildren, Priscilla Anne and Thomas Lee Nichols Jr. of Bristol,  Jillian Louise Lunney of Portsmouth and Gianna Ruth Lunney of Bristol. He was also very fond of his grand-dogs Beanie, Ollie and Zenny.  

Funeral Services from the Sansone Funeral Home, 192 Wood St., Bristol, Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at 9 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Mary’s Church, 330 Wood St., Bristol. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Chestnut Street, Bristol. Visitation hours Friday, Oct. 14, 2016 4-7 p.m.   

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Foundation 83 Scholarship Fund, 13 Opechee Drive, Bristol, RI  02809. For more information on this charity go to https://m.facebook.com/FOUNDATION-83-123230254784/.   

For online condolences, shared memories, information and directions go to www.sansonefuneralhome.com.