Virginia Beach, VA - John Patrick Devine, aged 85, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2026, in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Born on February 11, 1941, in Englewood, New Jersey, John lived a life centered on family and friends, ensuring those who mattered most were cared for and safe. He exuded warmth, kindness, and generosity without expecting anything in return.

John and his siblings lost both their parents at an early age. John showed remarkable strength and self-direction, putting himself through school, graduating from Fairfield University.

After earning his Bachelor's Degree, his first job was at Anaconda Copper and Brass in New Jersey as an accountant. He transitioned to IBM where he worked his way up the ladder, retiring after 33 years of service. His last role as Program Director Worldwide Strategy for IBM Global Services took him around the world. During his career with IBM, John lived with his family in Hackensack, New Jersey; Austin, Texas; and Upper Saddle River, New Jersey.

John’s most cherished roles were as father, grandfather, husband, brother, and devoted son-in-law, ensuring that family always came first. He coached his daughters’ town basketball and softball teams. He spent time renovating their childhood home on his own, turning indoor space into play/hobby rooms and outdoor space into lush yards for family fun. He took his family to Ireland to meet cousins, aunts, and uncles, ensuring his children were connected to his parents’ roots. A generous soul, he always offered a hand to siblings and in-laws, and relished spending time with nieces, nephews, and the big extended family.

John treasured his lifelong friends as they supported each other through hard times and celebrated joyful milestones. Humor was one of John’s best qualities and he never missed a moment for pranks, jokes, and lightheartedness when needed most. All experienced his antics and warm heart.

After his IBM retirement, John moved to Virginia Beach, Virginia and joined dear friends and former colleagues as a Partner at the Insight Group, continuing to consult on business solutions for clients around the country. An avid golfer, John was a member of Princess Anne Country Club in Virginia Beach. He lived directly across the street from the sixth green and played more rounds there than anyone could count. The senior weekly games were an important part of his life and friendships. He joined friends in numerous tournaments, which included wins in the Mercedes Championships that took him to Hawaii and Germany.

Always ready for new adventures, John bought boats in Austin and Virginia Beach, delighting in taking out his young daughters on Lake Travis and, a generation later, his grandchildren on Linkhorn Bay and the Chesapeake. Some of his greatest joys were teaching his young grandchildren to catch crabs off his dock, and later hearing about and supporting them in their accomplishments as young adults.

John enjoyed the later stages of life due to the loving care of his daughter, Sue Devine.

He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Charles and Mary Ellen (McGovern) Devine, brothers James and Charles. He is survived by his three cherished daughters, Ann Marie McGuckin (Michael), Susan Devine, and Patricia Webster (Jon), his sister Eileen Farrell (Michael), grandchildren Ryan (Stephanie), Sean, and Molly McGuckin; Liam and Tessa Webster.

Burial service will take place at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Tenafly NJ with a celebration of life to follow, date and details to be determined.

Simply Cremation is assisting his family during this difficult period. Friends and loved ones are invited to share memories and express condolences at SimplyCremationOnline.com.