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1944
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2025
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Patrick Reavey Obituary
Patrick was the most prolific storyteller you ever met. Whether sharing a sage lesson, a perfectly timed punchline, or a well-placed quip, he brought insight or levity to every conversation. His intellectual curiosity knew no bounds. A boy from Brooklyn, he was a lifelong New Yorker at heart. He traveled the world to connect with cultures, immersed himself in history, and his passion for literary pursuits ranged from science fiction to physics. He served his country proudly in the U.S. Marines and nurtured a lifelong love of learning, politics, philosophy, and spirited debate.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years Jeanne; his children Patrick Reavey (Kristin), Abigail Stone (Justin), Deirdre Demers (Luke), Matthew G. Reavey, Jonathan Speiser (Meghan), Caitlin Reavey, and Eileen Reavey, 11 grandchildren who adored their Pop Pop; and his brother Brian Reavey.
He was preceded in death by his beloved first wife Aldene Cooper Reavey; his parents, Patrick and Mary; and his siblings Kathleen, James, Kevin, and Robert Reavey.
A viewing will be held at Keeney & Basford Funeral Home, 106 East Church Street, Frederick, MD 21701 on Wednesday June 18 from 4 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will take place at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 118 E 2nd St, Frederick, MD 21701 on Thursday June 19 at 11 a.m. Private interment will follow on June 20 in Englewood, New Jersey.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St Jude Pl, Memphis, TN 38105. Online condolences can be made at www.KeeneyBasford.com Patrick John Reavey
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