Patrick C. "Pat" Duggins

Hastings resident Patrick C. “Pat” Duggins, 78, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. 

Rosary will be at 6 p.m. Monday, November 25, and Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, November 26, at St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Hastings with Father Craig Clinch officiating. Burial will be at Parkview Cemetery in Hastings. A book signing will be 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday, November 26, at the funeral home, and one hour before the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Hastings Catholic Schools Scholarship Fund or Morrison Cancer Center in his memory. The service will be live-streamed on Livingston Butler Volland Funeral Home’s website. To view the service, go to Pat’s obituary and click the play button shown towards the bottom of the page. 

Pat was born October 24, 1946, in Kearney, NE to Darrell and Helen Rose (O’Neill) Duggins. Pat spent his early years surrounded by small-town charm in Sumner, NE before his family moved to Omaha when he was twelve. Pat was a proud graduate of Holy Name High School ‘64 and would go on to earn his bachelor's degree in education from the University of Nebraska-Omaha. 

In 1975, Pat moved to Hastings where he would meet his future wife, Jeanne Blum. Together, they raised three sons—Brandon, John, and Nathan—whom he was immensely proud of. Pat spent countless hours coaching and cheering his boys on from the sidelines. He developed a love for St. Cecilia Athletics and could be found in the stands long after his boys had graduated. 

Pat enjoyed an impressive 49-year career as a financial advisor, building lasting relationships with his clients and colleagues. Even in retirement, Pat couldn’t resist keeping an eye on the daily market and tuning into Jim Cramer for a little “entertainment.” 

Pat’s faith and sense of community were central to his life. A devoted member of St. Cecilia Parish and an ardent supporter of Hastings Catholic Schools, he and Jeanne spent countless hours volunteering with the Hastings Catholic Activities Association and were co-chairs of B.L.U.E. He served as an Eucharistic Minister for the parish and worked tirelessly on fundraising efforts to ensure future generations would benefit from the same strong Catholic education he valued so deeply. 

Beyond his work with the school, Pat served as President of the Hastings YMCA from 1978-1982, playing a vital role in bringing a new facility to the community. He also served as president of Big Brothers/Big Sisters. 

Pat lived for golf with his friends, and anyone who played with him could count on a steady stream of hilarious self-commentary. He was also an accomplished handball player, proudly recounting tales of his tournament victories (and maybe embellishing them just a little). 

Pat’s humor was one of his defining traits. He didn’t take life—or himself—too seriously. His jokes, stories, and lighthearted banter endeared him to everyone he met. He was a fun grandpa, who got a kick out of playfully teasing his two granddaughters. His home was always a welcoming place, with an open-door policy that brought countless visitors through daily— whether they came for a laugh, a cold beer, or just a friendly chat. 

He is survived by his sons, Brandon (Anne), John, Nathan (Katherine); and two grandchildren: Ruby and Maeve. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Jeanne, and brother Mark. 

Pat had a simple life full of faith and generosity, and more than a few bad golf shots. His legacy will live on in the stories and laughs he gave so freely. Rest easy, P.C., you’ve earned it.