John Garvey Obituary

Dear Ann & Kevin - I just learned of John's death. I want you to know that I honor his memory. Both John and Kevin were significant people in my Case Management at the insurance company. Some people touch you deeply- and your life story did impact my life. Ann and Kevin, know that you continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. I know John is already wrapped in God's loving and comfortable arms. You did a great job!
Joyce Kinworthy

Mary Cozzie called to tell us that John Kevin had died and would be returning home to Beverly on Mother's Day.
As I entered the parlor, there was the usual buzz of conversation among the many friends and relatives consoling Parents, Siblings and each other. Each of them remembering their own special John Kevin stories. There to one side of the room was the man himself. I had'nt seen him since he moved away so I remembered the young John Kevin. As I approached I noticed that his body was still very slight and his arms still had the familiar twists. He hadn't changed much. How could I have expected otherwise? I knelt down to pay my respects and saw the most handsome, manly face I could ever imagine. He had filled out from the skinny faced boy I had remembered. His famous smile was bright and shinning. There was something in his face that was more than the "at rest", "sleeping" visage we are used to seeing on one who has died. I have been bothered by this moment for almost three weeks now. I have dreamt about it. I have thought about it in my sleep. I think I figured it out. John Kevin was looking at the face of God and he was showing us his entrance into Heaven. I will never forget the feeling I had when I saw his face. Pure happiness. Pure contentment. Pure - " I am home where I belong. I knew it would be like this". Thank you, John Kevin.
May God's peace be with you and your family and friends.

Dear Dr. Tim.

We were very saddaned to here about your brother. Our thoughts and condolences are with you and your family. We did not know John personally but know that he was a wonderful person. Being your brother would make him special.

We hope to see you soon.

Warmest Regards,

Tim:
I was so sorry to hear about your brother. My parents mailed the obituary to me and what beautiful words to describe such a wonderful brother. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tim,
My heartfelt condolences. I hope you are well.
Bill Banzhaf

Kevin and Ann,
My heart and prayers go out to you and your family at this very sad time.
Peace in time...
Joan Ahrens

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Dear Garvey Family,

Our deepest sympathies go out to all of you on the loss of your beloved John Kevin. Your family's devotion and dedication to him has been a great source of admiration and inspiration for so many of us. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that Kevin's life will represent a legacy of love, hope and determination to always be cherished. We will keep him and all of you in our prayers!

Best,
Omar, Maribel & Rafa

Dear Ann and Kevin, We will be thinking of you and your family today and remembering you all in our prayers.
Love, Mel and Ken

Dear Tim and Family,

Please accept my sincere condolences. Each of you and John Kevin are in my prayers.

Fondly,

Cathy Ellyin

Garvey Family: We are saddened to learn of the loss of John Kevin. We feel privileged to have known John Kevin and to have witnessed the loving devotion of the Garvey family. He was blessed.
Love
Joni & Pete Dessoye
Nicole Dessoye

My Dearest Family
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved John Kevin. Your constant care and devotion to him is a testament to the love and stength of your family. Over my lifetime you all have been an inspiration to me. I will truly miss John Kevins infectious smile, he taught us all so much without even saying a word. I am sorry I will not be there to share in a celebration of his life, please know that you and John Kevin are in my thoughts and prayers.
All my Love,
Cousin Lauren

Mr. and Mrs. Garvey, Tim, Jim, Julie and Marc,
We are so sorry for you loss. We will light a candle today in honor of John Kevin, hold hands, and pray. Your example of love and dedication have touched us all in many ways.
We thank you all. May he rest in peace. We know he can still feel your love.

Tim,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolences and prayers for your famiy.
Warmest regards,

Dear Ann and Kevin,

We are so sorry for your loss. You two were such devoted parents. We are very glad that we got to meet John Kevin last year.

In all the patient's I'd cared for John Kevin was the most memorable. I can still hear him laughing when he beat Gene in arm wrestling. The way he'd search for his green frog when we gave him his treatments and the way he let us know he wasn't happy with something we'd done.

Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ann & Kev, my prayers are with you & your family upon the loss of John Kevin. Your four decades of loving care has always been a wonderful inspiration to all who know you and your incredible dedication to your family.

Mr. & Mrs. Garvey,
I am honored to have had the amazing opportunity of taking care of John Kevin. I am blessed to have known you and John Kevin for the last four years. Your love for him and your family is palpable. You have taught me so much, and John Kevin has taught me so much. My heart cries for you and all you have endured through his life. I will never be the same because of you and John Kevin. You all have made me a better Nurse, a better Mother, and a better person. Thank you for welcoming me into your home and into your lives. You all have made an everlasting impression in my heart. May God wrap his loving arms around you while you say goodbye to your "Baby". God bless you.

Dear Ann and Kevin,
Jack has told me about John Kevin. I'm so sorry about the loss of your son. I admired both of you for caring all these years for your son. May God bless his soul. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

So sorry for your loss. Tim's words were so eloquent in the newspaper today. You are all in our prayers.
Fondly, Tim's Yale classmate Anneliese (a.k.a. Alf)
and her family: Bob, Peter, Andrew, and Daniel Crawford

I have had the pleasure of being a client of Jim Garvey's for several years now. I have not met Kevin, but the stories and memories contained on this page are very moving, and speak to a life lived fully and lovingly despite challenges that might seem insurmountable to others. It is a great testiment to Kevin, his family, caregivers and friends.

Wishing all of you peace and healing in your time of loss. You will be in the prayers of me, my family and all of Jim's friends at Enesco, LLC.

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Joyce Koranda Nurse at U.C.P. Trutter Center

Dear Ann and Kevin
I am sorry to hear of John Kevin's
transition.
My prayers and condolences are with
you and your family.
John Kevin had a special way of making
you love him with a big smile and laugh.
I enjoyed the time shared with John Kevin as his nurse.

Addie Alliston Chicago Illinois

Dear Ann, Kevin, Tim, Julie, Jim and Marc,
Every day we experienced your love and commitment to John Kevin. Grandma Terry loved spending time with him. Brian T and Moira beginning at an early age, never fearful or hesitant happily participated in many Garvey celebrations with John Kevin at the enter of things, laughing and smiling.
Of all our Leavitt street neighbors, John Kevin was the only one who loved our mangy dog, Jacque who despite all our safe guards managed to jump on his lap and lick him. These happy memories and more will sustain us and give us peace.
With sympathy,
Mary, Brian T Nedved and Moira Stockwell

Tim,

I am very sorry to hear about your terrible loss. You, and your whole family, are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dearest Kevin and Ann, my sincere condolences are with you and your family. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to assist you in your time of need. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless. Sincerely, Carmen

John Kevin, I have always love you....and I will remember you in all of my life. Thank you for being my nephew. Love You Always, Uncle Jack

John Kevin holds a special place in the hearts of many who never had the opportunity to meet him but knew so much about him thru the loving words of his devoted parents. He rests now in the eternal peace of Our Lord. Our prayers and thoughts are with Kevin, Ann and their family.

Dear Ann and Kevin,
John Kevin was a lucky young man to have had the care and love that surrounded him throughout his life. He touched us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Peace and love to all.

Barbara and Dan Ryan III

Kevin, my heartfelt thoughts and sympathies extend to you and your family.

Terri Simard

Kevin and Ann, my heart goes out to you. The devotion and care you exhibited all these years were admired by all. Dick Burstein