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Lillian Halligan Obituary

Halligan, Lillian Z. (Czajka)
Rochester: Tuesday, September 16, 2008, at age 89. Predeceased by her husband Harvey. She is survived by her loving children Barbara H. Czajka (Duane), Beverly Halligan of Hamburg, New York, William H. Halligan (Ruth) of Vallejo, California, and her grandsons Jeffrey and Christopher Czajka, and Andrew Hallgan Smalt, of whom she was extremely proud, and her precious great granddaughter Norah Elizabeth Czajka.
At Lillian's request, her body has been donated to the University of Rochester.
No prior calling hours: a memorial service at St. John's Home will be held at a date in the future to be announced.
Lillian's family would like to express sincere thanks to the entire St. John's community, especially the staff of Reservoir 4. Contributions may be made in Lillian's name to St. John's Home, 150 Highland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620, or Friends of Gates Library, Fund Development Committee, 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY 14624.

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Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle on Sep. 21, 2008.

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