Patrick Bouvier Kennedy Patrick Bouvier Kennedy Patrick Bouvier Kennedy (August 7, 1963 – August 9, 1963) was the infant child of United States President John F. Kennedy and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy. He was the younger brother of Caroline and John Jr.; another daughter was stillborn. Born prematurely, Kennedy lived just over 39 hours before desperate attempts to save him failed, putting the First Family and nation into mourning. Three months later, his death was eclipsed by his father's assassination, but the Kennedy infant's death brought hyaline membrane disease (HMD) into the public consciousness and inspired further research. In August 1963, the 34-year-old
John Patrick (dramatist) his success with "The Hasty Heart", Patrick bought the estate, "Hasty Hill" at Suffern, New York. He later moved to Saint Thomas, United States Virgin Islands. On November 7, 1995, the 90-year-old playwright was found dead in his room with a plastic bag over his head. His death was ruled a suicide. Patrick is now best remembered for his screen work though his plays remain popular with community theatres. The John Patrick Collection, including the playwright's books, letters, and manuscripts is held at the Rare Book Department of Boston University. John Patrick (dramatist) John Patrick (May 17, 1905November 7, 1995)