John Pearson McCue

John Pearson McCue passed away peacefully on May 30,2023, after battling a long illness, surrounded by his loving family. John, or JP, as he was known for much of his life, was born on December 6th, 1939, along with his twin sister Ruth Ann to Irene Shuttleworth McCue and John McCue of Old Greenwich, CT, joining his older sister, Judith Irene.

Spending his entire childhood in the idyllic village of Old Greenwich, CT, life was happy and free, learning to swim at Tod’s Point, skating at Binney Park and always having a friend nearby. In eighth grade, John left home to attend St. Peters Episcopal Private Boarding School in Peekskill NY. After 5 years he graduated and came home to begin his work career and what a career it became!

John started working on the production line at Electrolux, in Old Greenwich CT, and working part-time, at night, at the High Ridge Road Mobile Gas Station in Stamford, CT. An opportunity came from an ad in the newspaper and a friend of the family, Mr. Otto Hecht, for an open Inside Sales position, at Laminated Shim Company, in Glenbrook (Stamford) CT. After working at Laminated Shim Company, John became an Outside Sales Representative, at Alinabal, in Milford, CT. In 1975, John, with three other businessmen, started Blaisdell East Manufacturing, in South Norwalk, CT. In 1985, the four partners changed the name to Beta Shim Company, located in South Norwalk, CT. In 1988, John had the opportunity to become the sole owner of Beta Shim Company, and in 1995, he built his own building and moved to Shelton, CT. John has had many long tenured employees, some working for over 40 years. Many employees have said “John was the best boss, always available to his employees, very kind, with a firm handshake, a hug, very generous and putting everyone before himself, to serve them.”

His passions included his weekend home in Stratton VT, golf, his friends, and the many beloved dogs during his lifetime. Most of all, John loved his family; his wife Sandra, his two boys (Scott and Glenn), his twin daughters (Suzanne and Jennifer), and eleven grandchildren.

John and Sandy were long-time members of The First Congregational Church, in Old Greenwich CT. He loved cars from an early age and had the opportunity to own several classics. He enjoyed listening to The Rolling Stones, Stevie Ray Vaugn, Bob Seager, Eric Clapton, The Bee Gees, The Eagles, and the Moody Blues, and dancing the Lindy Hop with his wife Sandy at all events and celebrations.

John is survived by his loving wife Sandra, married on March 29th,1962, for 61 years. His son Scott McCue (Soraya Kurban) and grandchildren, Mackenzie and Maggie. Son Glenn McCue (Kristine) and grandchildren, Paige, Jackson, and Charlotte. Daughter Suzanne McCue (John Pedwano) and grandson John. Daughter Jennifer Pratt (Zachariah) and grandchildren, Taylor, Alexander, Emma, William, and Olivia. John is also survived by his twin sister Ruth Lovallo (Louis), and nephews Mark Lovallo (Corinne) and Bruce Lovallo (Kerry). John’s pre-deceased sister, Judith Parker and nephews Randall Parker (Kathy) and Dean. John’s pre-deceased brother in-law Robert Rozmus (Linda) and nephews Robert Jr (Melissa), Stephen (Lori), and Lisa (pre-deceased). His brother in-law Carl Rozmus (Carole) and nephew Kenneth Rozmus (Tracy) and niece Deanna Rozmus. John had many more cousins, grandnephews and grandnieces and his co-workers, employees, and friends.

John was pre-deceased by his father, John McCue, mother, Irene Shuttleworth McCue, father in-law, Dominic Rozmus, mother in-law, Betty Rozmus.

Family, friends, and all are invited to calling hours Wednesday June 7th, 2023, from 3pm – 8pm, at Leo P. Gallagher and Son Funeral Home, 2900 Summer St, Stamford, CT 06905. 203-327-1313.

Funeral Services/Memorial Service, with the Reverend Patrick Collins, to celebrate John on Thursday, June 8th, 2023, 1pm at The First Congregational Church of Old Greenwich, 108 Sound Beach Ave, Old Greenwich, CT 06870. 203-637-1791.

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In leu of flowers, please consider making a memorial donation to Operation Smile, The Fresh Air Fund, Wounded Warriors Project, or a charity of your choice, in memory of John P. McCue.

Love to JP and all

Sincerely, Mom and the family.