On May 16, 2014, a longtime resident of Westmont, NJ since 1945. Age 96 years. Beloved husband of 69 years to the late Geraldine A. McGettigan (nee Twomey). Dear father of Geraldine (Joseph) Woods, Clare (James) Wisor and Theresa (Thomas) Miller.  He is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and a sister, Mary Duffy.  Predeceased by his brother, Thomas McGettigan and sister, Anna Deckard.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, Mr. McGettigan was raised in the Fairview section of Camden.  He was a 1935 graduate of Camden Catholic High School, where he captained the baseball team.  After high school, he inlisted in the Army and was a World War II veteran, participating in the European Theatre of Operations, including Normandy, Rhineland and the Battle of the Bulge.  Mr. McGettigan was a member and past commander of Tatem-Shields Post #17 American Legion, Collingswood and also past Camden County Commander.  He was also a longtime employee of Transport of NJ, a longtime member of Holy Saviour Church, Westmont since 1945 and 50 year member of the Men of Malvern.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Wednesday, May 28th, 9:30 to 10:45 AM from Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Parish, Holy Saviour Church, 50 Emerald Ave., Westmont, NJ.  Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11 AM.  Interment Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veteran's Memorial Cemetery, Arneytown, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Henry's memory to Samaritan Hospice, 5 Eves Dr., Suite 300, Marlton, NJ 08053.

Arrangements by the FOSTER-WARNE FUNERAL HOME, Collingswood, NJ.