John A. Carey, 81, passed away July 12, 2024, at Baystate Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Born in Brooklyn, NY, September 11, 1942, he was the son of the late Walter and Rose (Melillo) Carey. John was a graduate of St John’s University and worked for the First Manhattan Company for over 33 years. He was an avid golfer and stamp collector and enjoyed fine cigars. He leaves his beloved wife, Christine (Wagner) Carey, His loving daughter, Robin Kellerman and her husband Chris of West Springfield, his beloved sister, Rosemary Wagner and her husband Brian of Long Island and his beloved grandchildren, Hannah and Thomas. He was predeceased by his loving granddaughter, Audrey Kellerman. Calling hours for John will be Thursday July 18, 2024, from 4-6PM from the Toomey-O’Brien Funeral Home 1043 Westfield St West Springfield. John’s funeral mass will be Friday July 19, 2024, at 10AM from St Thomas Church 47 Pine St West Springfield with burial to follow in St Thomas Cemetery.