John Logue's Obituary
John Logue, beloved husband, father, grandpa, great-grandpa, uncle, brother, and
friend passed away peacefully at home on April 8, 2020. John was born in
Brooklyn, NY on December 5, 1932 to Andrew and Charlotte Logue. He was the
fourth of nine children who attended Our Lady of Perpetual Help School, taught by
the Sisters of St. Joseph. He attended Alexander Hamilton High School in Brooklyn.
John was a proud U.S. Navy veteran.
On February 6, 1954 John married Mary Rogan, the love of his life. He often said,
“Marrying Ma was the best decision I ever made in my life.”
John is survived by his wife of 66 years, Mary, and five loving children: John
(Patricia Dwyer), Kathy (Joseph Duggan), Maryann (Tony Behette), Danny (Patty
McDonald), and Gerard. He was a proud grandfather to Douglas, Brian, Kristy,
Maureen, Travis, Danielle, and Allison. He was also a doting great-grandfather,
affectionately known as “Papa John”, to Lane, Maeve, and Vincent.
John loved his time as the owner of Hinsch’s Ice Cream Parlor and Luncheonette.
There he worked tirelessly to provide for his family while making delicious,
homemade ice cream, sandwiches, and burgers. It was a popular gathering spot in
Bay Ridge and many people, to this day, continue to share fond memories made at
Hinsch’s. Everyone had a favorite item, whether a black-and-white ice cream soda
or a shrimp salad sandwich. Holidays were filled with the aroma of homemade
chocolate. John was often referred to as the “Chocolate Man”.
All of John’s children, as well as many of the young people who worked for him
through the years, were molded into hard-working and responsible adults of good
character. He fostered an environment where family came first. He assisted many
people in finding successful and fulfilling careers.
John retired from Hinsch’s after 47 years and relocated to Florida in 1995. There,
he was able to have more time with his family. He loved fishing, going for rides,
and watching beautiful sunsets. Most important to him, though, were family
gatherings and shared meals.
John was devoted to his community, friends, and extended family. He was a
longtime friend of Bill W (56+years) and quietly helped many in need. In turn, John
was grateful that he had friends when he needed them. He paid it forward, before
it was popular.
Although Alzheimer’s disease stole many memories, he never lost his devotion to
Mary, family, faith, military service, and what the “Program” gave him throughout
his lifetime. We are very blessed that he remembered us until the end.
As his memory faded over the last few years, his wife, children, grandchildren, and
great-grandchildren still enjoyed spending time and creating memories with him.
These moments always brought out his beautiful, infectious smile. Even if they
were fleeting memories, in those moments he was always happy and grateful. His
parting words were often, “Love You” and “Get home safe” and “Call me when you
get home.”
John had a sense of humor and a hearty laugh. If you said, “I’ll see you tomorrow,”
he would say, “Thanks for the warning.”
All who knew him are blessed and he is dearly missed.
Mass of Christian Burial at St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church 12747
Interlaken Road Trinity, FL will be on Tuesday, April 14 at 11am. Entombment will
follow at Trinity Memorial Gardens 12609 Memorial Drive Trinity, FL.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in memory of John Logue to the
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. https://alzfdn.org/support-us/donate/
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