4800 E Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018
TOWNSEND, JACK M.
91, passed away on August 10, 2015. He was born on October 2, 1923 in Watertown, New York. Jack was drafted into the U.S. Army in January 1943 and became an Army Paratrooper. He subsequently graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from Denison University in Granville, OH in June 1949. He moved to Phoenix, AZ in 1952. After several positions in Phoenix, he became a Juvenile Probation Officer II with Maricopa County, a position he maintained for 15 years. He was remarried to Pat Townsend in 1992. He is survived by his wife Pat Townsend, sons, Stephen (Markus), Mark and grandson Bradley, great grandchildren Peyton, Jacob and McKinsey, daughter Terry and stepchildren Ian and Christianne. A Graveside Service will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, October 2, 2015 at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N. Cave Creek Road, Phoenix. Arrangements entrusted to Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home.
I will always have fond memories of Jack from my first year or two as a Juvenile Probation Officer. He regaled new officers with many stories of what it was like in days before our time at “Durango.” I am sorry to hear of his passing.
Thoughts and prayers to the Townsend family. Jack and I worked together at the Juvenile Court in the early 70s. He was always a gentleman. I thoroughly enjoyed his stories.
Cuz, Our warmest condolences and thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family.
Jack was and will always be remembered as the most kind and gentle person we have ever known. He will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. It does not make it any easier for our loss, but we all know he is in the best place. His presence will be with us and bless us always. A great man, handsome man, unselfish and loving man. God blessed him forever. Amen
Fatima, we pray you will not forget us in your time of need. We will always be there for you. We are praying. Know that you are always on our mind. A gracious and loving person you are, and Jack was indeed blessed by your loving and caring ways. I can not imagine this loss for you. Blessings and God’s favor always. Amen
No matter rain or shine, a good day or bad, Jack always came over to my grandma and grandpa’s (Harry and Helen) home with a smile on his face and happiness in his heart. One of the, if not the, kindest and gentlest man I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting and enjoying life with. He was more than a friend to our family, he was a part of our family. It wouldn’t have been the same without Jack T. We love you Jack, enjoy eternity in Heaven.
Dear Pat,
Please receive my sincerest condolences for you and your family.
I will have you in my prayers.
Much Love,
Dolores Herrera