Patrick Clancy is speaking out for the first time, a day after his child was pronounced dead from his injuries and days after his other two children died, allegedly at the hands of their mother, at their Duxbury, Mass., home.
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A South Shore dad has been keeping quiet while his wife, Lindsay Clancy, remains in police custody at a Boston hospital following the tragic incident at the couple’s Summer Street home last Tuesday.
His wife, a 32-year-old Massachusetts General Hospital employee and Connecticut resident, faces two counts of murder, three counts of strangulation and three counts of assault and battery with a deadly weapon. He is suspected of suffocating their older children, Cora, 5, and Dawson, 3.
Authorities have not said how 8-month-old Callan died, but he was pronounced dead at Boston Children’s Hospital on Friday after being hospitalized for what prosecutors initially described as “evidence of harm.” Prosecutors have not said whether they will seek a third count of murder or any other new charges in the case.
Days after the death of his two brothers and sisters, an 8-month-old child also died, allegedly at the hands of his mother.
Patrick Clancy is the one who called 911 shortly before 6:15 p.m. Tuesday to report that his wife had attempted suicide. When first responders arrived at the home, they found Lindsay Clancy, along with her three children, unconscious and with obvious signs of trauma, Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz said.
The murders have shocked the South Shore community of Duxbury, where many are wondering what could have driven a mother to allegedly kill her three children, who were described as having a “beautiful life”. Sources told NBC10 Boston that Lindsay Clancy was suffering from postpartum depression.
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Patrick Clancy talks about his wife
On Saturday, Patrick Clancy addressed speculation about his wife’s mental health, saying she had been portrayed “largely by people who never met her and never knew who the real Lindsey was.”
“Our marriage was wonderful and grew exponentially as her condition rapidly deteriorated. I was as proud to be her husband as I was to be her father and I felt incredibly lucky to have her in my life,” he said. “We mutually understood the reality that people can have bad days, but we stuck to the rule that when one of us got lost, the other was always there to bring them home, always. She loved being a nurse, but nothing matched her intensity. love for our children and devotion to motherhood. It was all he had ever wanted. His passion taught me how to be a better father.”
Patrick Clancy also said he forgave his wife for what she had done and asked others to “find deep down” in themselves to do the same.
“The real Lindsay was a generous loving and caring person for everyone: me, our children, family, friends and her patients. The very fibers of his soul are loving,” he wrote. “Now I just want him to find peace somehow.”
A Duxbury community is in shock after two young children were killed and a third injured, allegedly by their mother.
Patrick Clancy is in mourning
Patrick Clancy said the “shock and pain is excruciating and unrelenting”, noting that he is constantly reminded of his children, and with little sleep he dreams about them “repeatedly”.
“Many people have said they have no idea and they are right, absolutely nothing can prepare you,” he wrote. “As any parent knows, it’s impossible to know how much you’ll love your children until you’ve had them. The same goes for the devastation of losing them. Cora, Dawson and Callan were the essence of my life and I am completely lost. without them.’
“My family was the best thing that ever happened to me. I was very proud to be Lindsey’s husband and father to Cora, Dawson and Callan,” he added. “They gave me a goal and I never took it. Now there is a huge void where that goal once was.”
The grieving father continued to describe each of his children, remembering what was so special about Cora, Dawson and Callan.
Cora Clancy
Patrick Clancy remembered his daughter Cora for her “infectious laugh” and said she was “stunningly beautiful”.
“He was a cautious person, but that was really because he cared so much. She said she wanted to be a doctor and a mother when she grew up, and she would practice by giving Kallan check-ups. If he leaves the house. to go somewhere, she would choose someone to take care of Caroline and Charlotte, her baby dolls. She had all the doll accessories so her sitters were well equipped. By the time she was 2, she was wrapping them in perfect swaddling clothes. We’d tell her she’s such a “good little mama.” She loved all babies, both real and pretend.”
“She also loved sloths, unicorns, tea parties, going to lunch with Nana and Grandpa and giving people presents,” Patrick Clancy added of his daughter.
“He knew everything about princesses, his favorite was Sofia the First. He really loved his brothers and us and often said it in his sweet voice. We did a lot of father-daughter activities together, like skiing and visiting San Francisco or just talking. I loved him very much, my first born.”
“I think being here with other people will make me feel better, but more important is the family of these kids,” said Diane Monaghan of Duxbury. “Maybe it will help them know that the community is behind them.”
Dawson Clancy
Patrick Clancy said his middle child had “beautiful, bold, brown eyes that sparkled with friendship.”
“He was naturally humorous and generous beyond the norm for the average toddler, always willing to share his toys with others. For all the love she received, she always gave more. His best quality was his pure kindness. He loved trucks and tractors. , dinosaurs, Paw Patrol, “working boys” and being outdoors. He was adventurous and mischievous and enjoyed getting into trouble, which he usually found amusing. He was also remarkably intelligent. We always said if we didn’t save enough for retirement, it would be OK, we’d just live in Dawson’s guest house,” shared Patrick Clancy.
She added that Dawson would hug her tighter than most adults, and every night before bed she would repeatedly say to him, “Good night daddy, I love you.”
“We had a special bond from day one. He was my friend, my first son and truly a gift.”
Kellan Clancy
Patrick Clancy remembered his third child as “easy going”.
“I always said it was because he was the third child, he had to adapt and he adapted easily. He was born with almost no fuss and was our best sleeper. He was just an incredibly happy and vibrant child, always smiling. Our nickname for him was “Happy Kala”.
“He was sitting on his own and you could tell he was enjoying his growing independence as he grabbed any object that was available. Sometimes he would join my Microsoft calls in the background, playing with his bounce. I had my camera on, extremely proud. to leave She started saying “Dada” every time I entered the room. The last moment we were together was our routine. At the end of the day I would come out of my office and cradle her between my legs while she laughed. and smiled.”
“If I ever had a bad day, Callan always knew how to cure me. Maybe that’s why he held on a little longer to spare me some pain. As excruciating as it was, I was fortunate and grateful to experience her pain. warmth to its very last moment. Faith is my only hope to believe that he feels me,” added Patrick Clancy, noting that Callan died with “tremendous courage despite being so small.”
“Maybe it was his way of showing me what I needed to do to move forward. I will always try to draw inspiration from him. He will always be my little hero.”
Family members and people in the community expressed shock and grief Wednesday as details of the murders emerged.
Outpouring of support
Patrick Clancy thanked everyone for the love and support, saying the outpouring of love he’s received has been palpable and the outpouring of generosity gives him hope he can focus on “some kind of healing.” He added that he sees and appreciates everyone’s messages and contributions.
“I promise to put all my energy into healing and rediscovering my purpose. I owe it to all of you, the Duxbury firefighters and police officers, our compassionate paramedics, our local religious leaders, the Microsoft community, and especially Cora, Dawson, and Callan,” he wrote. “I don’t know how or when I will be able to do this, but your love and generosity will help me get started. I know that love always wins.”
“Cora, Dawson and Calla, you have given me so much in your short time here,” she concluded her statement. “I don’t know if the pain will ever go away, but I will do my best to carry on in your honor. Dada loves you very much and will always remember you.”
