Howard A. O’Hare Jr.
Date of Passing:
Howard A. O’Hare Jr., 92, of Spinnaker Lane, Bristol, died peacefully on December 10, 2024, at the Dawn Hill Home, Bristol. He was the beloved husband of Jetty-Ann (Dall) O’Hare.
Born in Attleboro, MA, a son of the late Howard A. O’Hare Sr. and Gertrude (Chatterton) Blais, he lived in Bristol for 17 years.
He attended Boston University where he played basketball and captained the soccer team. He received his graduate degree at Columbia University.
Mr. O’Hare was a teacher, coach and guidance counselor at Joseph Case High School, Swansea, MA for 38 years before retiring in 1990. While at Case he coached basketball and football. He was voted coach of the year in the greater Fall River area and is a member of the Case High School Hall of Fame.
Howard was a member of the Swansea American Legion. A sports enthusiast, he was a devoted New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox fan. He enjoyed traveling and spending time with his loving family and friends.
Mr. O’Hare was a United States Marine Corps Veteran serving during the Korean War.
Besides his wife of 68 years, he is survived by his children, Leslie O. Strolla and her husband Thomas of Barrington, Jamie O. Priolo and her husband Dennis of Barrington and Michael D. O’Hare and his wife Martha of Portsmouth; six grandchildren and a brother, Peter Blais of Attleboro. He was the brother of the late Timothy O’Hare.
Calling Hours will be held on Tuesday December 17, 2024 in the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside from 3-7 p.m. Burial will be private. Flowers are respectfully omitted. Contributions in Howard’s memory to the Joseph Case High School Scholarship Fund, 70 School Street, Swansea, MA 02777 would be deeply appreciated.
Howie was a wonderful friend and person, please accept my condolences.
Howie was a wonderful friend and person, please accept my condolences in his passing.
Mr O’Hare taught me how to swim during our summers when he was one of the head lifeguards at the Bearcroft Swim Club in Attleboro. So many fond memories of those late 1960’s and early 1970’s summers and he was a big part of it.
Dear Jetty, So sorry to learn of your hubby’s passing. May you be deeply consoled and supported at this time
Dear Jetty, So very sorry to know of your husband’s passing. Condolences to you and your family.
I will remember so many good times talking sports, reminiscing, and having a good laugh. He kept so many of us in touch for so long. A good life, a good man. My condolences to his family.
Hi Jetty- I was so sorry to learn of Howies passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Jetty,
While I am truly sorry for our loss, I celebrate the joy of knowing Howie (although I would never play croquet with him).
I shall always treasure the evening getting to know him and I did notice you and Leslie never let us play again.
I will always think of him as a kind lovely man who loved his family.
Jetty, I am so sorry to hear this news. I grew up with stories of Howie and my Uncle Craig and their lifelong friendship❤️. My mom making them sandwiches when they were all kids.
In my adult years, I witnessed Howie’s kindness and dedication as he faithfully maintained his relationship and banter with him as Craigs mind failed. Howie could always bring a smile to his face. After my Uncle passed, Howie kept in touch with my mom, checking in on her and reminiscing about years gone by. Sometimes, people touch your heart in ways they don’t even know. Howie is that person.
My deepest condolences to the entire O’Hare family. Mr. O’Hare was my high school guidance counselor. He was synonymous with Case High academics and sports. A good and caring man who will long be remembered by decades of JCHS graduates. I have also had the good fortune of being a work colleague and friend of his daughter Leslie. When speaking with Leslie I often pick up on her Dad’s distinct voice and delivery. Know that he touched many lives and that you are all are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Coach O’Hare , a man who always knew how to make a young high school student athlete’s proud of their efforts. Coach was the first to encourage and motivate players to give their all.
Thank you for showing me that effort and determination is the path to success
My sincere condolences to the O’Hare family.
Howie will be missed by his North Farm Cribbage Family.
He is loved and with us always.
Howie will be missed by his North Farm Cribbage Family.
He is loved and with us always
I was so sad to hear of Mr. O’Hare’s passing. I remember the first day he walked into our 9th grade class fresh out of college. All the girls fell in love with this blue-eyed crewcut young man. Mr. O’Hare was special right from the start being so young. He could really relate to us high School students.
The last time I saw him was at my 60th high School reunion held at .Magoni’s in Somerset in 2022. We all sat entranced by his recall of past events. It was a special visit.
I will miss you Mr. O’Hare. May you rest in peace.
Janice Cieto Habild, California
I was very sorry to hear that Mr. O’Hare had passed away. (As my 8th grade math teacher, he will always be Mr.O’Hare to me, even after all these years.) He was the spur that led me to go to college. Because of him, I became a teacher and worked at Case Junior High for almost 40 years. His spirit lives on in all the students he inspired.
Howie was a great coach and even a better man. I wished I had him as a coach all through high school. Years later, we even did business together.
Rest in peace Howie (but knowing you, you will be find the action wherever you are).My condolences to his family. He was one of kind.
Jetty,
Howie was special in so many ways and he will be missed. He was a teacher, advisor, mentor, coach and one terrific human being! He coached the right way and as a high school player, you “wanted” to play for him because he made you feel special. I’ve known Howie since I was 14 and I can say he was one special person. I will miss our lunches where we talked about everyone and everything that happened at Case. My condolences to you and your wonderful family.
sorry i said Harold instead of Howard but my words meant the same.
So sorry to hear of Mr. O’Hare’s passing…he certainly was a true gentleman and a great coach/teacher. My Dad had the most utmost respect for him as did I….may he Rest in Peace.
we are so sorry for the family of Harold. I only met him once but he was so full of life, great personality. Rest in peace my friend.
Mrs O’Hare and family – my sincere condolences. Howie was a very good man who cared deeply for the students of Case High. He gave so much of himself. I’m am sorry for your loss.
If it were not for Howie getting me involved in sports especially football, I would not be where I am today. As a fellow Boston University graduate and as an athlete at Case , Howie always kept many of us together with his arrangements of dinners and his phone calls to many of us. God Bless him for all he did for so many.
Will always be remembered. I can still hear his whistle doing board drills. Rest easy coach.
Tony and Chris Ferreira on December 11, 2024 at 7:51 pm
Howie was special in many ways. A great teacher, a great coach, and a great friend. He had incredible recall of events long past and was always entertaining and comfortable to be around. We will miss him and remember him with respect and love.
Sincere condolences to Jetty and Family.
Howie was special in many ways. A great teacher, a great coach, and a great friend. He had incredible recall of events long past and was always entertaining and comfortable to be around. I will miss him and remember him with respect and love.
Sincere condolences to Jetty and Family.
Jetty I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Howie, he will be sadly missed. I will always cherish the days of babysitting for your children. You and Howie were always so kind and kept the cabinets well stocked. Our deepest condolences go to you and your family
Howie was my teacher and coach and he ended up being a friend. He will be missed.
My condolences to his family!
My heart goes out to all of Howie’s family. Cara, my new granddaughter, I know how much you loved him and how very proud he was of you and SteviE.
Fond memories of Coach O’Hare while attending Case High in the early 70’s. He took a few of us to Bryant College stuffed in hos Volvo coup for a tour where we ended up going..Also recall him getting his players discount Converse ” Chuck Taylor” sneakers from the Converse factory. Great mentor to all. RIP Coach
Mrs O’Hare, I was fortunate to have Howie as a coach and he took me to Dean Junior College for an interview and I ended up going there and it made me want to be a physical education teacher like Howie. He helped so many Case students who were lucky to have known him. He was always so positive about things and it spread to his students as a coach and guidance counselor. I could go on forever with great stories I shared with Howie as I am sure many of his athletes could. I am leaving for Florida tomorrow for my oldest granddaughter s wedding so I give you and your family my condolences now. Howie will be remembered forever at Case. Joe
Dearest Jetty and family,
Our hearts are saddened. We have been blessed to have known this wonderful, special man. We have been missing him in Jupiter, FL these last few years and now we will miss just knowing he is not with us anymore. One day your hearts will smile again when you recall fond memories of your dear loved one. May peace find a way into your hearts. Live, Ed and Lori
Dearest Jetty, I was so sad to hear of Howie’s passing. I remember him well and fondly. My sincere condolences and a hug. Love, Andrea
So sorry Jetty!my thoughts are with you and your family during this time of loss.I have lots of memories and will always remember the good times we had.love always.
So sorry to hear of your loss, may eternal rest be granted.
Jetty, I was saddened to hear of your loss! Sadly, I am in Florida and not able to extend my condolences in person! You know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family . Bev and i are so sorry 💙💐
Jetty
We are Soooooo Very sorry for you loss
Please accept our love & condolences 🙏 💞
I think everyone who met Howie eventually came to love him. He was a kind generous soul and a pleasure to know. We will miss him.
Sorry for loss
I’m so very sorry Howie was a wonderful person Love and condolences to Jetty and family🙏🏻🩷