Obituary of Patrick J. Catino

Patrick J. Catino, 78, passed away on October 2, 2024. Born and raised in Revere, MA, he resided in Duxbury, MA for the past thirty years.  He was predeceased by his parents, Alfred J. and Rose (Scimone) Catino.  He leaves behind his wife and soul mate of forty-four years, Janet, his dear sisters-in-law, Susan Hamilton and her husband, James of Plymouth, Paula Kelleher of Marstons Mills, and Karen Moriarty and her husband, Richard of Plymouth, as well as several nephews, nieces, great-nephews, and great-nieces.

Pat graduated from Tufts University in 1968 with a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering. Subsequently, he worked for the federal government for nearly forty years, primarily with OSHA. Before his retirement in 2007, Pat served as Assistant Area Administrator, which included leading the team of compliance officers active in two large projects, the Boston Harbor Cleanup and the Big Dig.

Known for his intellect and wit, Pat loved most cooking and barbequing for family and friends and always made sure no one ever went home hungry.  He enjoyed his retirement years traveling with Janet and spending winters in Florida walking his beloved dogs on the beaches.

Visitation will be held at Shepherds Funeral Home in Kingston on Friday. October 11, 2024 from 4pm-7pm and on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 11am.  A graveside service will follow at Mayflower Cemetery in Duxbury.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to MSPCA, 350 South Huntington Ave., Boston, MA  02130, or www.mspca.org.