John Jasper Massey Jr.

John “Jack” Jasper Massey, Jr., 84, an Army veteran, died peacefully at his home in Greenville, SC, December 24, 2018. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Caroline Pinckney Massey, daughters Kay Cook (Roy) and d’Rue Hazel (Tony), a son, Andy Massey (Sara), and grandchildren Amanda Cook, Adam Cook (Jillian), Mari Hazel (Mark Mooningham), Katie Hazel, Sarah Hazel, Meredith Massey Beall (Colton), Angela Massey, great grandchild Brooke Ashley. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Jenny Mae Massey and sisters Kitty Massey and Dot Galway. Known as Uncle Jack to an abundance of nieces and nephews, he loved his family immensely, including his cocker spaniel, Daphne.
Born September 23, 1934 in Greenville, SC, he was educated in the Greenville County School System. He enjoyed a career in the mechanical contracting business, retiring from Courtesy Mechanical Contractors in 1999. Widely respected in his professional community, Jack valued the business relationships with many becoming life-long friends. As a Shriner, he treasured the philanthropy of the Shriners Hospitals for Children, engaging in numerous leadership roles with Hejaz Temple. Serving as a charter member of the Chef’s Unit, Jack shared his flair for cooking and hospitality. As a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, he directed the preparation of the Easter breakfast for over 20 years. Upon retirement he incorporated his love of golf and time with friends serving in the pro shop at Hejaz Recreation Club. A prolific gardener, sports enthusiast and cook, Jack shared his zeal for life with all who loved him, and his family will forever treasure the memories of starting the day with a Pappy Breakfast. The family is grateful for several close friends, especially Bill Perkins, who have been present during Jack’s illness.
A memorial service to celebrate his life will be Sunday, December 30, 2018, 2:00 PM at Trinity Lutheran Church in Greenville, SC with The Rev. Susan Crowell presiding. The family will receive friends at the church immediately following the service. A burial will occur at a later date in Okatie, SC at Pinckney Colony. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, 421 N. Main St., Greenville, SC 29601 or the Greenville Shriners Hospital for Children, 950 W. Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605.