Patrick J. Lappin Sr.

Patrick Lappin Obituary

Patrick J. Lappin Sr. ...retired M.B.T.A. Director; 85 BILLERICA Patrick J. Lappin Sr., age 85, a retired M.B.T.A. Director and active member of the Billerica and Tewksbury communities, died Monday evening, August 3, at the Life Care Center following a brief illness. He was the beloved husband of Mary T. (Donnelly) Lappin, with whom he had celebrated a 48th wedding anniversary this past February. He was born in County Monaghan, Ireland, one of three children of James and Elizabeth (Mallon) Lappin. He was raised in County Monaghan, emigrated to the United States at the age of 26, and settled in Winthrop. He retired from the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority as the Director of Safety and Training after 35 years of service to the "T," and was a member of the Carmen's Union, Boston Local 589. He was a devout Catholic, and served as an Usher at St. Dorothy's Church in Wilmington. He was an active member of the Billerica Irish American Club where he held the comical title of "the king of corned beef," he was a member of Lowell's Ancient Order of Hibernians, and a member of the Fr. Coppen's Council Knights of Columbus, 4336, in Tewksbury. Besides his wife, he is survived by four children, Patrick J. Lappin Jr., Mary Lappin, James Lappin and Martin J. Lappin; his sisters-in law and brother-in-law, Genevieve Donnelly, Michael and Eileen Daly; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was also brother of the late James Lappin, Mary Lappin, and brother-in-law of John Donnelly. LAPPIN Of Billerica, Patrick J. Lappin Sr., age 85, died Monday, August 3, 2009. He was the beloved husband of Mary T. (Donnelly) Lappin. His funeral will be held Friday, Aug. 7, at 8:45 A.M. from the Tewksbury Funeral Home, corner of Dewey and Main Sts. (Rte 38) TEWKSBURY CENTER, phone (800 in MA or 978) 851 2950. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday at 10:00 A.M. in St. Dorothy's Church, Main St. (Rte 38) Wilmington. Burial will follow at Fox Hill Cemetery, Billerica. Visiting hours are Thursday 4 P.M. to 7 P.M. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the M.S.P.C.A. at Nevins Farm, 400 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844, will be appreciated. tewksburyfuneralhome.com

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Published by Lowell Sun from Aug. 5 to Aug. 6, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Patrick Lappin

8 Entries

The Lappin Family

September 9, 2009

Thank you all for your kind words and condolences.

Our family truly appreciates your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Sincerely,

Beverly Schellenbach

August 7, 2009

Hi Mary & family, I met your dad at Life Care while my mom was there, she passed away July 25th. I remember the first time I met him he reminded me of my father except for the irish brogue. He was pretty feisty when he first got there but settled in was a true gentleman.I would always shake his hand on every visit, I'm glad I got to know him.
My Deepest Sympathy

Mae (Marylin A.E.) West

August 7, 2009

To the Lappin Family - I was so very sad to hear of your loss. I will forever remember "himself" and his kind friendship. He was the first to agree to dance the Gay Gordans with me and he did a mean fast waltz! My mother (93) is still driving the car he sold her so we both thought of him often. I will always remember the kindness Pat & his lovely wife Mary extended to me and the fun times at the Billerica Irish Club. The festivals & St Pat's day always meant Pat's corned beef, none compared to his. May God hold him in the hollow of His hand and may He grant peace to "herself", gentle Mary, and their family. There will never be another "himself". You are in my prayers. God Bless and Safe Home, Pat.

Jack and Pat Connolly

August 6, 2009

Dear Mary and family,

Jack and I have a lot to thank Pat for, most importantly is the gift of having known a great man. He was always Jacready to help and always with a smile. Your friendship and pats' sure will be missed

Louie & Mary Forgione

August 6, 2009

To the Lappin Family -

We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Will always remember the times that we saw Pat & his lovely wife Mary at the Billerica Irish Club on Friday nights and how much he enjoyed doing the "Highland Fling" and other dances. Also enjoyed the time spent with him working in the kitchen preparing the Corn Beef & Cabbage for the Irish festival. (Pasquale Lappino will always be remembered).

Remember to keep Pat in your memories and he will always be with you.

With our Deepest Sympathy,

Nancy Taylor (Benshimol)

August 6, 2009

Mr. Lappin was a kind and gentle man. I grew up next door to him and his family. He was always outside doing something, and always allowed us to be kids, even if it meant running through his perfect grass to get our badly hit balls. I'm thirty now with children of my own, and I remember Halloween he always was so sweet to the kids. Smiling and laughing and slipping them "extra" candy. Thanks Mr.Lappin for your gentle kindness. I will miss you being next door when I visit mom and dad. Rest in peace neighbor.....
Nancy Taylor (Benshimol)

Phil Capone

August 5, 2009

I worked with Pat for many years. He was an excellent Rapid Transit Train Instructor.

Pat & I rode the train to Wilmington to and from work many times.

Pat Jr was hired and trained with my bus instructors.

Pat will be missed.

I will keep Pat in my prayers.

Brad and Sue Cook

August 5, 2009

Mary and Family.........remember Pat with fond memories at the Irish Club in Billerica. Such a nice man always a good word and smile. We have not lived in Billerica for many years, but always remember our good times. Brad and Sue Cook

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