During his life,Sen.
John McCainserved his country in many ways.
The following year, he was elected to the House of Representatives, beginning his career in politics.
In his final days, McCain dealt with brain cancer, as well as the Trump administration.
The “maverick” challenged leaders within his own political party on issues that opposed his beliefs.
McCain will be remembered as a political icon, a war hero, but most importantly, a father.
As a father of seven, McCain did everything he could to protect his children from the public eye.
“I just feel it’s inappropriate for us to mention our children …
I’d like them to have their own lives.”
McCain had seven children from two marriages.
He married Carol in 1965 and adopted her two children, Doug and Andrew.
Together, the couple had a daughter named Sidney before divorcing in 1980.
Later in their marriage, they adopted a baby from Bangladesh and named her Bridget (viaBiography).
Inspired by his father’s devotion to serve, John “Jack” McCain IV followed in his footsteps.
According toTown & Country, this was the only school that Jack applied to.
In 2013, Jack married Renee Swift (viaHeavy).
In 2016, the couple welcomed their first child, John S. McCain V, aka “Mac.”
When his father was sick, Jack was deployed in Afghanistan.
“There’s not much you could say at that point.
I got on the aircraft and flew home.”
During the private burial service, Jack delivered the eulogy.
“Goodbye, Old Man,” he said.
“Like you, I believe we’ll see each other again.
Along with his wife Cindy and seven children, John McCain is survived by five grandchildren.
