John F. Nallen
Died: Nov 27, 2019
John Francis Nallen, 73, of Hackettstown, NJ passed away on November 27, 2019 after almost a year long battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family in the last several hours of his life. John is predeceased by his wife, Kathy and survived by his daughter, Tara Mozian and son, Chris Nallen, his sister, Pat Hayden, son in law, Craig Mozian and two loving granddaughters, Carson and Amelia, along with a number of extended family and friends.
John was a loving father, grandfather and friend to everyone. John loved sports and was an avid golfer. He spent the last 30 years as a member of Panther Valley Golf and County Club and the last seven years had spent his winters down in The Villages. He loved swimming and the sun and there was no place he would rather be then on the course or in a pool. For many, their
fondest memories of John, are catching him in between his summer, mid-morning laps at the pool or swinging it up on the range.
He worked for 40+ years as Head of Manufacturing for Newsweek Magazine, from which he retired back in 2008. John was also a member and served time in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged. He will forever be missed, but know that he is now at peace.
Visitation will be held at the Cochran Funeral Home 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ on Sunday, December 1, 2019 from 2-6 pm. A graveside service with be held on Monday, December 2, 2019 at 11 am at the Prospect Cemtery, 501 Prospect Street, East Stroudsburg, PA.
All services are under the direction of the COchran Funeral Home. Online condolences may be left at www.cochranfuneral.com
John was a loving father, grandfather and friend to everyone. John loved sports and was an avid golfer. He spent the last 30 years as a member of Panther Valley Golf and County Club and the last seven years had spent his winters down in The Villages. He loved swimming and the sun and there was no place he would rather be then on the course or in a pool. For many, their
fondest memories of John, are catching him in between his summer, mid-morning laps at the pool or swinging it up on the range.
He worked for 40+ years as Head of Manufacturing for Newsweek Magazine, from which he retired back in 2008. John was also a member and served time in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged. He will forever be missed, but know that he is now at peace.
Visitation will be held at the Cochran Funeral Home 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ on Sunday, December 1, 2019 from 2-6 pm. A graveside service with be held on Monday, December 2, 2019 at 11 am at the Prospect Cemtery, 501 Prospect Street, East Stroudsburg, PA.
All services are under the direction of the COchran Funeral Home. Online condolences may be left at www.cochranfuneral.com
Condolences:
Joel Reiss
#16
December 17th, 2019 8:38 pm
Dear Chris and Tara I just found out about your father’s passing you may not remember me but I was at your home several times and I worked with John for many years at Newsweek and we stay good friends after that. Unfortunately we lost contact two years ago. May John Rest In Peace.
Peter Thompson
#15
December 12th, 2019 6:14 am
Tara and Chris the news of your Dads passing was very sad indeed. He remains one of the nicest people we encountered in life. As a young family at PVCC we always saw him swimming laps and often hit balls at the range together. He was very proud of you both often wanting to share your stories over anything else in life. Our hope is you find peace during this time.
Greg Shields
#14
December 3rd, 2019 2:26 pm
Chris and Tara, sorry to hear of John's passing. I knew John as the Production Mgr for Newsweek. He taught me a lot about golf and publishing. His ability to make common sense out of mayhem helped bring publisher and printer back to their senses. There is a certain peace in death for those suffering. For a father, your greatest hope is that your children remember and carry on the family values. All the best.
Patricia Dagro
#13
December 3rd, 2019 11:01 am
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing, Tara and Chris. He was a great boss and friend at Newsweek in Mountain Lakes and NY. He made our transition from NY to NJ a lot easier. My thoughts and prayers are with you both and your family!!
Tom Fox
#12
December 3rd, 2019 10:51 am
There was a crew known as the PINE NEEDLES trip bunch. A printer hosted the annual boondoggle and in our few days together we got to know the men behind the professionals. I tagged it a place where middle aged men got together to act like 15 year olds, but what is better than staying young. I'd always get a smile on the rounds when John was in my foursome. First because I knew we had a better chance of winning, but more important because we could share the stories, the Time - Newsweek rivalries and there was never a round without more than our share of laughs. John was a wonderful professional to know and a helluva guy to spend time with. Our seasons for that boondoggle ended too soon of course but that loss was not for the golf or the time off work it was not being around men to be respected, admired, laughed with, laughed at, and fun to be around. John is forefront in those memories for his giving nature, his rye humor, unmistakable laugh and his ability to have fun...that must live on and I know it will.
Gary Dzurenda
#11
December 2nd, 2019 9:15 pm
So sorry. I've thought about John many times since we parted at work. Always fun, a good mentor, leader and someone you would want to be around. God bless him and his family.
ted geipel
#10
December 2nd, 2019 2:38 pm
to chris and tara you may not remember me but I wasa good friend of your dads . was shocked by the news I knew John for many years and worked with him for a long while .years ago I went with to a few the golf tournaments that Chris played in he was a good man and will be missed by all my thougghts and prayers are with you both
Kathy & François Mayrand
#9
December 2nd, 2019 2:17 pm
Dear Tara & Chris,
We were so very sorry to hear about your Dad....we were not home for Thanksgiving and just heard the very sad news. Your dad was a wonderful person, and a devoted father and grandfather. He was so proud of his family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.....with our love and sincerest condolences...
Diane Romano
#8
December 1st, 2019 5:01 pm
I am shocked and saddened by this terrible news. We grew up in business together and were good friends. John and Zi escorted each other to the industry black tie events and dance up a storm!! I saw him last at my retirement party in February 2018 he seemed his old self and none of us knew he was not well... that is how he wanted it and we must respect that. I will alway remember him laughing.. he had a great laugh... we had a lot of fun over the years. He was a very wonderful man who loved his children, family, grandchildren and his friends... he always let you know he loved you! I know he is in a better place.. but I will miss not seeing him. Rest In Peace dear John.. love Diane
Howard Sullivan
#7
December 1st, 2019 3:24 pm
John was an amazing guy. Fun to play golf with and had the "patience of Job". He was a fantastic Dad to Tara and Chris especially after the passing of Kathy. He definitely loved The Villages. He will be greatly missed by his family but also by his legion of friends.
Pamela May
#6
December 1st, 2019 3:17 pm
Dear Tara and Chris, Bill and I are so sorry to hear about your dad. We’ve known John for many years going back to when you kids were very young. He could always be seen at the club on the course or reading his paper at the pool. I always enjoyed our chats as he kept me up on both of you and your lives. He will be missed, and our thoughts and prayers are with you
Serafino Cambareri, 2:00PM 12/1.
#5
December 1st, 2019 1:08 pm
Tara and Chris so sad to just hear of your Father's p
assing. He was a wonderful person who Loved your Mother as he Loved you Both. He was Loves and respected by all that knew him . So Sorry I cannot be with you at this short knowledge of his passing. May God Leave you both with wonderful memories of your Dad. Sincerely, Serafino.
Jim Homan
#4
December 1st, 2019 10:29 am
Sincere condolences to Chris and Tara. I worked for John at Newsweek. Always a super boss and friend.
Terry O'Hara
#3
November 30th, 2019 4:02 pm
I knew John for almost 25 years as a business associate and for the last 10 as my golf buddy. John was a good, moral, capable guy who I counted as a friend. I had so much respect for him in the way he raised his two children by himself to be tremendous people after the tragic death of his wife, Kathy. He had many friends in both his professional and personal life and will be missed by all. John had a great love for his children Chris and Tara and most recently for his two lovely granddaughters. Leaving this life too soon but now in a better place. I am saddened that I did not have an opportunity to see John in his final days and that now the weather will prevent my wife and I from attending the services, but be assured he will remain in our thoughts and prayers. My sincerest condolences to John's family and to all of us who knew and loved him.
Allan Falvey
#2
November 28th, 2019 10:54 am
Just shocked and saddened when I read about John. My condolences to his family especially Chris. I have so many fond memories. I can still see John putting $50 worth of tokens in the golf ball machine at the PVG&CC driving range so Chris could practice. I remember while on a business trip to Chicago coming out of my room and bumping into John who was there to follow Chris in a Japan/US golf match at the Glen Club. But most of all I will miss trading stories with him while we practiced on the range side by side for over 25 years or so. Rest in peace John.
William Giliberti
#1
November 28th, 2019 9:50 am
Dear Chris and Tara, I am very saddened to hear of your father’s passing. He was a good friend whose company I enjoyed over many years, and his friendship will be greatly missed. I am presently in Florida and unable to personally offer my condolences; my thoughts and prayers are with you.
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