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Patrick Nevins Obituary

Patrick J. Nevins, of Quincy, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family Saturday afternoon, April 13, 2019, he was 88. Born in South Boston, he was the son of the late Helen Lee. Patrick was a Korean War US Army Veteran. He worked for many years in security for General Dymanics, and later for State Street Bank. Patrick was the beloved husband of 65 years of Mary (Lewis) Nevins of Quincy. He was the devoted father of Robert Nevins of Quincy, Brian Nevins and his companion Clare Lindberg of Kingston, Michael Nevins and his wife Susan of Braintree, Amy Gonzales and her husband Michael of Weymouth, and the late Maryellen McElman and her surviving husband Thomas McElman of Hanover. Loving father-in-law of the late Mary Ellen (Fitzgerald) Nevins. Proud Grampy of Kathleen Klimm and her husband Donny of Kingston, B. Patrick Nevins and his wife Jennie of Natick, Meghan Rose, Michaela and Mitchell Nevins of Braintree, Emily and Hannah McElman of Hanover, and Alissa and Leahrose Gonzales of Weymouth. Great-grandfather of Mary Katherine Klimm. Brother in-law of Robert E. Lewis and his wife Jean of Braintree, Dolores Golden of Quincy and her late husband Peter, Mary Ellen Lewis of Quincy and her late husband Deacon Paul, and the late Wilbur "Bibby" Lewis and his wife Ann. Patrick is also survived by many nieces and nephews, and his dear friend Jacqueline Saunders of Plymouth. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours on Tuesday from 4 - 8 p.m. in the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., Quincy. Family and friends will gather in the funeral home beginning at 9 a.m. on Wednesday prior to the funeral Mass in Sacred Heart Church, Quincy at 10 oclock. Burial in Pine Hill Cemetery, Quincy. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in Patricks memory may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. See www.Keohane.com or call 1-800-Keohane for directions and online condolences.

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Published by The Patriot Ledger on Apr. 15, 2019.

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Marcia Garber

April 21, 2019

Oh Mary...I am so sorry....

Katherine B Finnegan

April 17, 2019

Mary & family: I am so sorry for your loss,he was a great person to have known.He wil be missed.My prays are for you all.Best wishes.
Katie

Ann Marie Grant-Cowing

April 16, 2019

Mrs. Nevins, Bobby, Amy and family,
I was truly saddened to hear the passing of Mr. Nevins. He will hold a special place in my heart, never will I forget his radiant smile and caring demeanor.
Hugs to all of you

Love
Ann Marie (Grant) Cowing

Joe Gonzales

April 16, 2019

Amy and the Nevin's Family. Sometimes words can not heal a broken heart. Losing a parent is just as difficult. Your Dads journey is over, after a long trip through life. God grant him Peace.

Kelly Rooney-dumont

April 16, 2019

Amy and family, sorry for your loss. He was the kindest and sweetest man. You will all be in my prayers

Susan Church

April 15, 2019

He will be missed. My prayers are with you. I am sorry for your loss. May God bless him and the entire family. With love, Susan Church " Trudy's daughter in Texas

Pat& Tom Marsters

April 15, 2019

So sorry for your loss of your beloved Dad. Sending prayers and hugs

Amy and Bob Milisi

April 15, 2019

Pat was such a nice guy, He will be missed
Our deepest condolences to your family
Bob and Amy Milisi

April 15, 2019

Pat was always such a nice guy. He will be missed. Our deepest condolences to his family
Bob and Amy Milisi

Sonya Howland

April 15, 2019

To the Nevins Family sincerest sympathies on the passing of your wonderful dad and our friend. No matter the weather or the day that cheerful smile lit our office and store on a daily basis. Your wonderful family was always a tradition and of all the people who loved our Peter's Pond Park. RIP Pat. Special thoughts to Bobby. You are all in my prayers.

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16

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Keohane Funeral Home - Quincy

785 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA 02170

Apr

17

Visitation

9:00 a.m.

Sacred Heart Church

Quincy, MA

Apr

17

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Sacred Heart Church

Quincy, MA

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785 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA 02170

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