Terrance Harrigan Obituary

URBANA – Terrance L. "Terry" Harrigan, 56, of Brookville, died on Saturday, July 26, 2014, in the OSU Medical Center, Columbus.

He was born on October 10, 1957, in Urbana, OH, the son of James Paul and Patricia (Mutschler) Harrigan. Terry was a 1976 graduate of Urbana High School and attended the University of Dayton. He had worked as an electrician for MAHLE (formerly Behr) in Dayton and was a member of St. Mary Church.

Terry was an innovative thinker, a devoted father, husband and papa, who taught patience, kindness and commitment. He enjoyed playing tennis and staying active with his children and grandchildren.

Survivors include his mother, Patricia Harrigan of Urbana; wife, Robyn (Berry) Harrigan of Brookville; daughters, Jenna Fister and husband Nick of Englewood and Kylee Harrigan of Brookville; sons, Terrance Justin Harrigan and wife Amanda of New Lebanon, Jeremy Harrigan and wife Serena of Dublin, Seth Harrigan of Brookville, Braylon Harrigan of Brookville and Keaton Harrigan of Brookville; 9 grandchildren; sisters, Coleen Barger and Paula Reading; brothers, Michael, Lewis, Kevin, Timothy, Brian, Ron and Chris; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, Paul Harrigan; and sister, Karen Kay Harrigan.

The family will receive friends from 4-8 p.m. on Friday, August 1, 2014, in the WALTER & SMITH FUNERAL HOME, Urbana. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 2, 2014, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 231 Washington Ave., Urbana, with Father Larry Gearhart celebrant. Burial will follow in Royal Oak Cemetery, Brookville.

Memorial contributions in Terry's honor may be made to the Alpha-1 Foundation, Attn: Development Office, 3300 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Miami, FL 33134, or at www.Alpha1.org.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.walterfunerals.com.

Published by Urbana Daily Citizen from Jul. 28 to Jul. 29, 2014.
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I'm so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Shannan Harrigan

August 2, 2014

Robyn, I am so sorry to hear about Terry's passing. It is just so shocking & I will be praying for you & your entire family.

Mary Thaxton

August 1, 2014

I had the privilege of working with Terry at GM. He was a gracious, humble man. We are so sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you and the family.

Darla Barnes

August 1, 2014

With deepest sympathy to Terry's family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Michael & Stephanie Williams

July 30, 2014

Sorry to hear about your loss. I Worked with Terry at GM and was my pleasure to know him. He was always willing to help and was just a great guy.

Jim Lewis

July 29, 2014

I'm so sorry to hear about Terry's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

David McCullough

July 29, 2014

So very sad to hear this....Worked with Terry at GM.....Prayers for the family.....God Bless....

David Sharp

July 29, 2014

worked with Terry at PTI good person gone to soon

July 29, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.

Jackie Caccia Romanish

July 29, 2014

My dear friend and family, I,(we) am sorry for your recent loss of your father.Know that we are thinking of you during these days of mourning and welcoming of his eternal life. Respect to all of your family members and for your dearest mother during this time remembrance.

Delgado and all those on second shift,(CPS)

Ignacio Delgado

July 29, 2014

I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
-Mayme Harrigan Norman

July 29, 2014

We are sorry for your loss. Terry, was such a great person. He will live on in our memories forever. Our thoughts are with you and your family during these difficult times.

David Thompson

July 29, 2014

With deepest sympathy to Terry's family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Doug and Mollie Fox

July 29, 2014

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