Philip M. Kerrivan 85 of Brewster and formerly of Newtonville died Friday March 31, 2017 at Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis.

Born in Boston, and raised and educated in Newtonville, Mr. Kerrivan was the son of the late Philip A. and Lillian M. (Martin) Kerrivan. He was a graduate of Boston College and he received his Master’s Degree from Babson College.

Mr. Kerrivan served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and was honorably discharged with the rank of Specialist 3rd Class in 1955.

For many years, Mr. Kerrivan worked as an accountant and a manager at Raytheon. He was a member of the Boston College Alumni Association, Cape Cod Chapter and enjoyed collecting antiques and artwork.

Mr. Kerrivan is survived by two nephews, Philip B. Davidson and his wife, Irene of Glen Burnie, MD, and Francis M. Davidson and his wife, Jo Anne of Manassas, VA; a niece, Elizabeth Davidson Hoover of Arlington, VA; and several grand nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday April 8 in Holyhood Cemetery, 584 Heath St., Brookline.

Visiting hours will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Friday April 7 in the Hallett Funeral Home, 273 Station Ave., South Yarmouth.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Boston College, Office of Development, 200 More Hall, 140 Commonwealth Ave., Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 or to the charity of one’s choice.

I just opened my Mom’s Christmas Card list to reconnect with her friends over Christmas and found Phil’s name and address . My Dad Frank McOsker and my Mom Marge were very fond of Phil and had many good times together . I called him when my Mom passed 3 years ago and had a wonderful conversation with him. I just discovered that he passed last year. I am so sad . My Dad worked with Phil at Raytheon and he passed in 1991. My sympathies to the family. I wish I had known so I could have paid my respects . May He Rest In Peace .

Uncle Phil was called brilliant by several people at his viewing and it's easy to see why. He just knew so many things and it was always worthwhile to go to him for advice. He was very inspirational and taught me quite a bit, but most notable is that one must work hard to get anywhere. He instilled drive in others, but he also enjoyed telling stories. Although his body would gradually fail him, his mind was clear almost until the end. We will miss him.

I was sorry to learn of Mr Kerrivans passing. I have known him for a long time. He worked at Raytheon the same time as my Father did around 1970.

My heartfelt sympathies to Elizabeth, Phil & their brother. Your uncle, whom I worked for for 24 years, became a valued & close friend. A guy I always looked forward to seeing. The adventures we had traveling to his appointments in Boston, and in particular to Sarasota, FL a few years back, will forever remain with me as very special times. I was privileged to be with him as the end approached, and feel certain he has to his God having lived a full, interesting & productive life.