Personal
Timoney has been married to his wife, Noreen, since 1971. Although once a director of finance and administration at ABC in New York, when her husband's career blossomed, she became an independent business consultant, in order to devote more time to managing home and family. She currently serves as president of the Miami Women's Club.
John and Noreen have two adult children, Christine and Seán. Christine is a recovering heroin addict. On November 1, 2005, Seán was arrested in a DEA sting for attempting to buy 400 pounds (180 kg) of marijuana.
Timoney is an avid runner, who has competed in at least 14 marathons.
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