"So very sorry to hear of your great loss and know that John and you shared some very special times together throughout his illness."
In loving memory of
John P. Relihan
June 2, 2008 - June 2, 2008
John P. Relihan of Berkeley Avenue, Newport, RI, died Saturday, May 31, 2008, at home. He was the husband of Juliette Leonard Relihan. Born in the Bronx, N Y on November 11, 1932, he was the son of the late Patrick and Josephine Cregan Relihan.John graduated from the Catholic University of America and held graduate degrees and certificates from Manhattan College, the New School for Social research, Saint Johns University, and Fordham University. His career included teaching, school psychology, and administration of various homes for children. John was actively involved in the establishment of the National Association of Homes for Children NAHC and the creation of the accreditation requirements for homes that care for children in the United States. He also successfully negotiated congressional approval for his agency, Greer Woodycrest, to care for the unaccompanied Haitian boat children who fled to the United States in the 1980s. He was a leader in New York State for the rights of children in child care.Besides his wife, he leaves his loving children, Juliette Hart and her husband, Alexander of Wellesley, MA and John Patrick Relihan of Oak Park, CA. He was the adored Papa of William and Sabrina Hart. He also leaves his sisters Elizabeth McCauley of Staten Island, New York, Catherine DiMola of Ramsey, New Jersey, and Peggy Brinskele of The Villages, FL. He was preceded in death by his brothers Patrick and Michael Relihan. He was a special uncle to 30 nieces and nephews and 29 great nieces and nephews.A Mass of Christian burial will be held in June at Saint Joseph Church in Millbrook, New York. Burial will be in Saint Joseph cemetery in Millbrook.
Tributes
"Dr. Relihan, I am so sorry for to hear about the the loss of your husband. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time."
"Dear Aunt Julie, Juliette and John, There are no words- just love and support for each of you at this time. We are blessed as a family to have had Uncle John as our example of a man filled with integrity and grace. He truly inspired us all. Care for each other- and count on our love and support. love Betty Ann"
"Dear Dr. Relihan, I was saddened to hear of your loss. You are both in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Colleen Crotteau"
"Dear Aunt Julie, John and Juliette, I am so sorry for OUR loss. Uncle John was a very special person. I will remember him in my prays. Love Danny"
"Dear Aunt Julie, John, Juliette, Alex, William and Sabrina, When you lose someone so close, it's hard to bear the sorrow, And it takes strength and courage just to try to face tomorrow. He will always be in our hearts and prayers. He was very special to my mom and our family.. Love Eileen"
"Dear Aunt Julie, Juliette and John I know your world has been tipped upside down. You feel you'll never be the same. May GOD's love guide you during this time of sorrow, and may you find solace in HIS care. I will always keep Uncle John in my thoughts and prayers. I loved him very much. Love Trish"
"Dear Julie, Juliette and John, Loved ones live on in memories and the joy of that remembrance will help us get through tomorrow. May it strengthen and console you. I will miss my brother John so very much. He will be in my thoughts and prayers ALWAYS, Love Betty"
"Dear Dr. Relihan, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in mine and my family's prayers. Sincerely,"
"I have fond memories of our childhood in the Bronx. The Relihan's lived on 152nd St., we lived on 153rd Street. My brother, Maurice, went to school with John and they were very good friends.You are all in my prayers."
"Dear Juliette, I am so sorry to hear about John. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If there is anythig I can do for you, please call me. Love, Charlotte"
"Dear Dr. Relihan and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Love, Courtney"
"Dear Juliette and family - My heartfelt sympathy on your great loss. Know that you and John are in my thoughts and prayers. With sympathy - Johnelle"
"Dear Juliette and family - Know that I am thinking of you and holding you in my prayers during this very difficult time. Barbara"
"Dear Juliette and Family. John will be missed. Please accept my deepest sympathies. You are all in my thoughts and prayers."
"Dear Aunt Julie, John, Juliette, Alex, William & Sabrina I am so sorry for your loss, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Uncle John was a very special man. I will always remember him as a gentle, kind man who always gave me good advise when I needed it for the kids. We will all miss him!! I know Dad is waiting for him to show him around. Love to All of you, Jeanine, Tom, Kaitlyn, Thomas & Sarah"
"Dear Aunt Julie, John, Juliette, Alex, William and Sabrina Uncle John was such a kind and gentle man and I will always be grateful for the family memories we shared. The world lost another Great Man but he's now one of God's angels with Dad looking after us. My heartful sympathy goes out to you and your family and everyone who had the honor and privelage of knowing him. Uncle John will be greatly missed. Love Cecilia, Barry, Kelly, Lisa and Ryan"
"Dear julie and Juliette and John P My two best friends left me 6 weeks apart. May God hold them in the Palm of His Hand. love Catherine"
"Dear Juliette, We were deeply saddened to learn of John's passing. You and your family are in our prayers."
"Dear Juliette, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your wonderful family at this sad time. Sincerely, Sharon Amaral"
"Dear Dr. Relihan, I was so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Marlene Kiernan-Johnson"