James Joseph "JJ" O'Shaughnessy, 86, of North Haverhill, NH, died unexpectedly at his home on January 1, 2021.

JJ was born December 14, 1934 in Albany, New York to James J. and Marjorie (Morris) O'Shaughnessy.  JJ's father was a prominent architect designing Catholic Churches and schools throughout New York, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.  While attending Newton High School in Massachusetts, JJ joined the United States Air Force during the Korean War.  After being Honorably discharged, Jim worked for a period in Omaha, Nebraska before returning to New Hampshire, the state he most loved.

Primarily JJ continued to do maintenance work such as plumbing, heating, electrical, and custodial responsibilities.  He enjoyed retirement doing all kinds of this and that; in, out, and around the house.  Yard sales were a great past-time readily attested to for ALL the items (junk!) he collected over the years.   He is going to miss ONE, BIG, YARD SALE!!!  He also loved volunteering for the Haverhill Recreation Department at their Penny Sales and at the Horse Meadow Senior Center's yard sale.

JJ is predeceased by his parents James and Marjorie Morris O'Shaughnessy.  He is survived by his wife of 38 years Gail Newton of Florida, Massachusetts, a stepdaughter Tina Montonye and husband Charlie of Elbing, KS, a stepson Kenneth Hunkler and wife Carol of Cinnaminson, NJ, 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

As requested by JJ, there will be no calling hours or memorial service or flowers.  Memorial contributions can be made to the Haverhill Parks & Recreation Department 2975 Dartmouth College Highway, North Haverhill, NH  03774   c/o Sherri Sargent.