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People File • Kennedy Family

Patrick Bouvier Kennedy

Patrick Bouvier Kennedy was the youngest child of U.S.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Patrick Bouvier Kennedy was the youngest child of U.S. President John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy. Born prematurely in August 1963, he lived only 39 hours.

Key details

Patrick Bouvier Kennedy was born on August 7, 1963, in Brookline, Massachusetts. He died on August 9, 1963, at Boston Children's Hospital from complications of hyaline membrane disease (now called infant respiratory distress syndrome). He was initially buried in Holyhood Cemetery and later reinterred at Arlington National Cemetery.

Why it matters

Patrick's death drew public attention to neonatal respiratory distress and premature infant care. His widely publicized case helped raise awareness of the condition and spurred research into treatments.

Family and legacy

Patrick was the youngest child of John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy, joining siblings Caroline and John Jr. His obituary and later memorials reflected the Kennedy family's prominence, and his grave at Arlington National Cemetery sits near his father's eternal flame.

In short

  • Patrick Bouvier Kennedy was the youngest child of JFK and Jacqueline Kennedy.
  • He died 39 hours after birth from infant respiratory distress syndrome.
  • His case raised public awareness of neonatal respiratory care.
  • He was buried at Arlington National Cemetery.

Quick questions

Who is Patrick Bouvier Kennedy?
He was the youngest child of U.S. President John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy.
Patrick Bouvier Kennedy cause of death?
He died from complications of hyaline membrane disease, now known as infant respiratory distress syndrome.
Patrick Bouvier Kennedy grave?
He was initially buried in Holyhood Cemetery in Brookline, Massachusetts, and later reinterred at Arlington National Cemetery.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrick_Bouvier_Kennedy
    Supports: Birth and death dates, family relationship, premature birth, cause of death, initial burial location.
  2. ABC News — https://abcnews.com/Health/jfk-baby-death-50-years-ago-today-sparked/story?id=19883153
    Supports: Death after 39 hours and diagnosis of hyaline membrane disease.
  3. Neonatology on the Web — https://neonatology.net/gallery/links/patrick-bouvier-kennedy/
    Supports: Premature birth, duration of life, hospital treatment, and cause of death.
  4. Wikidata — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q3290402
    Supports: Birth and death dates, burial at Arlington National Cemetery, grave reference.