John D. “Jack” Carey, Jr.
April 20, 1956 - August 1, 2024
John D. “Jack” Carey, Jr., age 68, of Elkton, MD, and formerly of New Castle, DE, sadly lost his battle with pancreatic cancer. Jack passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Thursday. August 1, 2024.
Born in Wilmington, DE, on April 20, 1956, he was a son of the late Katherine (Choronzy) and John D. Carey, Sr. Jack proudly served in the United States Navy as a submarine nuclear propulsion plant operator. He later completed a Bachelor of Science degree and Professional Engineering License, as well as an MBA. He made his career as an instrumentation and controls engineer at PSEG Nuclear for over 30 years until his retirement.
Jack enjoyed spending time with his family and dog, Beckett, at Bethany Beach as well as building his Cobra kit car and playing golf. He was a global traveler. He loved traveling to new places with his family and friends and tracking the US states that he had the opportunity to visit. Like his own father, driving cross-country was never a burden and was actually relaxing to Jack.
Jack was an avid sports fan and knew all of the stats on any and all competitive sports, football being his favorite. While growing up Jack played soccer and was a midfielder, something he was particularly proud of. He was a huge supporter of women’s athletics, travelling to see the women’s World Cup and women’s NCAA basketball events. He coached all of his kids and grandkids in their own sporting endeavors and took every opportunity to lead, teach and be a role model for others.
Jack is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Sandra J. Jannetty; children, Catherine Carey, David Carey (Janel), Jennifer Svehla (Michael), and MacKenzie Carey; brother, Frank Carey (Valerie); grandchildren, Brandon, Sam, David, Riley, Mason, Lucy, and Julia; great-grandsons, Logan and Ethan; and canine companion, Beckett.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 11 am on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 121 West Park Place, Newark, DE, where a funeral service will begin at 11 am. Interment will follow in Gracelawn Memorial Park, 2220 North DuPont Highway, New Castle, DE.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jack’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or online by clicking here.
Joseph Robert Volence
I’m deeply saddened to see this news. Jack was so well respected at work because of his knowledge and leadership manner. If Jack had an opinion, his co-workers “took it to the bank”. We worked mostly in different areas in an environment of radical organizational and management changes in pursuit of improved performance at lower costs. Jack was a bright lantern of reason in tumultuous times. There was no nonsense in his toolbox.
My deep condolences to Sandy and the whole of Jack’s family. He will be proudly remembered as such a decent man.
Joseph R. Volence, PE
Justin Maciak
I never had the pleasure to meet Jack in person, but I’m friends with his son Dave and you can easily feel the massive impact that this great man had on his family. He will be sorely missed!
Paul Williams
Jack was a great guy and was always a help when someone needed it. Sandy and family our condolences. Prayers for your family in their time of grief.
Lynn Comegys
Jack was an amazing man. His accomplishments were incredible! He was so interesting to talk to on any subject! He will be so truly missed by his beautiful family and wonderful friends he made.
Tim and Margaret Laughlin
Sandy, we are so sorry to hear about Jack’s passing. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Pete Macconi
My condolences go out to Sandy, Frank and the family. I knew Jack for many years at PSEG and fondly remember our bus trips to NYC. He was truly one of the good guys!
Javad Moslemian
Sandy,
I am so sorry to hear about your dear husband. May his memories be blessing.
Terry Sopkin
Sandy,
We are so sad to hear of Jack’s passing. We will miss him dearly!
Love & Prayers,
Terry and Michelle Sopkin
Dennis and Sue Chaplin
Sandy, we are deeply saddened to hear of Jack’s passing. What a wonderful and accomplished person he was. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Arnie Jamnik
My condolences to the family and we are very sorry for your loss.
Wish I got to know him better, I know he was a good man.
Arnie & Terri
Ken Knaide
I have respected and admired Jack since I met him nearly 20 years ago. My deepest condolences for your loss.
Joseph Stoney
Sandy, I’m so sorry to hear of your husband passing. My wife and I share our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Chuck Beitel
Kara and I are very saddened to hear about the loss of Jack. Our deepest condolences to your family.
Gabriele Daley
Sandy, I am deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Jack. My deepest condolences to your family
John and Jean Gomez
Sandy, our deepest sympathy and prayers to you, MacKenzie and the family. Jack was a great guy and always had a story to tell, whether it was nuclear submarines; a round of golf (his passion), times at the beach house or building out his Cobra car. Jack will be sadly missed by all.
John and Jean
Joseph Fortescue
Jack was a great guy and very talented coworker. Condolences to his family.
Nick and Vandita Gandhi
We’re so sorry to hear the news on Jack. Our deepest condolences to Sandy, MacKenzie and Carey family.
Dawn Selhorst
Sandy, MacKenzie, David, Catherine and Jennifer & Grandchildren~
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Praying for comfort, peace and that beautiful memories fill your hearts and minds. Jack was an amazing, kind, loving person that everyone enjoyed being around! He will be greatly missed by many!
Much love~
The Selhorst Family (Dawn, Erich, Jordan and Mackenzi)
Vic Fregonese
Sandy, I just found out about Jack’s passing. My heartfelt thoughts to you and your family during this difficult time.
We have all lost a great friend, a great man, and a great leader.
As you know, Jack hired me when I first started at PSEG, he was amazing to work for and with.
I’m truly at a loss for words to say more.
Vic
Ejaz and Fatima Shameem
Sandy, we are really saddened by this news. Jack was such a wonderful person, so full of vigor and optimism even through his illness. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. You and your family are in our prayers.
Al & Deanna Wilson
Sandy,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for your family to find comfort as you all grieve the loss of a great man. We will all miss Jack.
Kirk and Donna Chambers
Dear Sandy and family,
We are so, so, sorry to hear about Jack’s passing. Our deepest condolences go out to you and the entire family. May you each find deep comfort and peace from all the fond memories that will far outweigh any and all grief. Our prayers and love are with you all, from Kirk and Donna.
Jim Melchionna
My deepest condolences to you Sandy and Family. Lost a good man way too soon. We worked in the same group for a few years and I got to witness his passion for work and life and his distaste for snowblowers (IYKYK ;)). God bless you all.
Sean & Nicky McHone
Sandy,
Nicky and I are so sorry about the loss of Jack. He was such a wonderful person to spend time with. We will all miss him. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda and Tom Behringer
Dear Sandy – Our hearts are broken by the news of our friend Jack’s passing. He was such a good and kind man and he will be missed terribly. He was always so positive and up for trying anything. Our deepest condolences to you and the entire family. All our love, Tom and Linda Behringer
Philip P.J. O'Donnell
Both Jack and Sandy worked for and with me in Salem I&C Design Engineering in the late 1980’s. With Felipe Pla and Bruce Rosenberg, they were an all-star engineering firm right in our group. Jack was especially key in the group with his background in Hope Creek I&C and took over the group when I returned to Salem Operations. Denise and I enjoyed many barbecues at their home in Elkton. So many great memories with Jack and Sandy over the decades. We offer Sandy, MacKenzie, and the rest of the family our prayers and support during this difficult time. Godspeed Jack! “Until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand.”
michael knaszak
Sandy. Gayle and I want to express our deepest condolences to you and your family. Your message at the service was a beautiful tribute yo a wonderful man that we will all miss.
Greg R Boswell
Dear Sandy,
I am deeply sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. My heartfelt and deepest condolences to you and all of those who loved Jack.
Roxanne Heinig
Jack, you are a highlight in my memories of the people and family of PSEG. I am so sad to hear that we will be missing your excellent smile and enthusiasm in our future engagements. Sandy, words cannot express my heartbreak for you. May happy memories console you and yours, during this most difficult time. Sending Hugs and Love.
The Heinig Family.
Susan Theuns
Our deepest condolences for your loss. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Susan & Hank Theuns