John McCormack Feeney, age 68, of Milton, Massachusetts, passed away on October 31, 2026 after a courageous and valiant battle against pancreatic cancer.

John was the loving father of Madison M. “Madi” Feeney and John M. “Mack” Feeney, Jr., was the cherished son of the late Hon. Joseph F. Feeney and Joan C. Feeney of Milton, and the beloved brother of Hon. Joan N. Feeney (Ret.) of Milton, Joyce Feeney of Quincy, and Joseph F. “Jay” Feeney, Jr. (Jodi) of Dover. In addition to his sisters, brother, and children, John is survived by his beloved nieces and nephews, Matthew J. Morton (Sophia), Caroline J. Morton, Jennifer L. Feeney, John P. Feeney “Quin”, and Jayne M. Feeney and many loving cousins and dear friends.

John approached his battle against cancer with remarkable courage, strength and determination, remaining positive and engaged in work. He continued to enjoy cherished moments with his many devoted friends. John entertained everyone around him with a good story and a handsome smile.

John built a successful career in commercial real estate as the Managing Director of the Boston office of Estreich & Company of New York City. John graduated from Milton High School, Worcester Academy, and Boston University, where he was a star football player, being honored as an All-State player at Milton High School in his senior year by the Boston Globe. John later became an avid golfer and was a valued member of Wollaston Golf Glub where he enjoyed playing weekly, participating in tournaments, and sharing the camaraderie of his many friends. He was a loyal member of the Clover Club.

Since his first job at the Harry McDonough Sailing Center in South Boston, John loved sailing and boating, finding joy and freedom on the water. John will be remembered for his infectious personality, sharp wit, entertaining storytelling, and remarkable ability to make people feel welcome and appreciated. John leaves behind countless dear friends from childhood, high school, college, and his professional life, all of whom enriched his life and whose lives were enriched by knowing him.

Burial at Blue Hill Cemetery was private. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated in Our Lady of the Visitation Parish, St. Elizabeth Church, 350 Reedsdale Road, Milton, Massachusetts on Saturday, November 14 at 10:30 AM. Relatives and friends are cordially invited to the Mass and a Celebration of John’s Life will be held following the Mass.

John’s family expresses their thanks to his medical team at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston for their six years of outstanding care and they are deeply grateful to Patrick Stapleton and the extraordinary team at Sherrill House for their compassionate care of John.

In lieu of flowers, the Feeney family requests contributions in John’s honor be made to Sherrill House, 135 South Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02130.