Patrick Michael Fay

Patrick Michael Fay, 35, of Cranston, RI, passed unexpectedly on January 31, 2023. He was the beloved only son of Jeanne and Walter Fay of Warwick, RI and the adored younger brother of Catherine M. Fay, of Warwick. He was also the nephew of James Chretien and Brian Bell of North Tustin, CA, Paul Chretien, (recently deceased) and his wife Sharon Chretien, of Fall River, MA. In addition, he was the grandson of Theresa and Walter Fay (deceased) of Cranston and Lillian and Eugene Chretien of Fall River, MA (also deceased). Patrick was a bright, active, and inquisitive child with a quirky sense of humor. After saying something he found funny, he often said “Sometimes I crack myself up.” He loved T-ball and later Little League baseball. He would frequently be dressed in his uniform by 6:00 a.m., pacing restlessly back and forth and asking if it was “time to go.” He also enjoyed swimming and karate. From an early age, Patrick showed a great passion and aptitude for music. His father, Walter, who is a musician himself, taught Patrick to play guitar, but after a couple of years, Walter told Pat that he had nothing more to teach him. The student now outshone the teacher! Patrick attended St. Bartholomew School in Providence, and although he was accepted at Classical High School, he opted to go to Bishop Hendricken in Warwick, RI. While at Hendricken, Patrick and a group of talented fellow students formed a band. They called themselves “Boiler Room” because that‘s where they were allowed to practice. They played at school concerts and other events. After High School, Patrick attended Western New England College in Springfield, MA for a year before deciding that college was not right for him. He later studied audio engineering in New York City. Patrick worked in the food services industry for most of his adult life, and was employed by Maria’s Pizza in Cranston at the time of his death. He was much loved and will be sadly missed. Calling hours will be held Wednesday February 8th from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. with a Memorial Service to immediately follow at 6:00 p.m. in the Winfield & Sons Funeral Home, 571 West Greenville Road, Scituate.

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Patrick Michael Fay

January 31, 2023