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Barbara Churchill-Shindler
December 3, 2021
I will always remember my friend Rory. He took me dancing once.....to Raggae music! We were co-workers on the "docks". I loved him.
BARBARA CHURCHILL
December 3, 2020
Next time around , Brother! To be continued! He was one of my favorite people.
August 27, 2012
Your presence is still felt by the many lives you touched. A life well lived with love, joy, and strong faith is never forgotten by those left behind. Miss you,
Debbie Cockrell Donley
University of Houston Class 1979
Jeff Williamson
November 4, 2011
You will be missed ! Thank-You for you! Also all the good rockin' times at The Charm!! Jeff Williamson (Pasadena,Texas) RIP!
September 21, 2011
Rosemary and I held our wedding reception at Local Charm, March 14, 1992. Rory took care of the BBQ, and R.B. and Hambone Blues Review performed for the guests. One of the best times I can remember.
Mick Owens
B Butler
July 1, 2011
Rory
Just saw this news tonight. I am so sorry; I just didn't know. I have never forgotten our time together, and I never will.
October 27, 2010
Thinking of you.
October 13, 2009
Rory and his Mom dancing 1982
October 13, 2009
Rory
October 13, 2009
St Pat's Parade 1982
October 13, 2009
Rory at the St Patricks Day Parade 1982
Allison Sandlin
October 13, 2009
I celebrate the life of Rory Miggins! He truly took a huge bite out of life. I knew Rory when I lived in Houston in the early 1980's. It was clear that he loved his family, friends, music, Texas, and his Irish heritage. These photos were taken on St Patricks Day about 1982. Blessings to Rory and his family!
Rory in 2002 Art Car parade From Gerry Malan
October 12, 2009
Rory Miggins in the 2002 Art Car Parade
Gerry Malan
October 12, 2009
I am sorry I didn't learn of this huge loss until recdently. Rory was one of the people I alway expected to see somewhere around town.
My old friend Charlotte Peterson and I would have dinner with Rory and Anna frequently in the 1980's, and we helped him open Local Charm in 1985.
Here is Rory Miggins in the 2002 Art Car parade. It is a perfect pose for him.
RIP Rory, good friend and true. You are in my prayers.
Gerry Malan, Skater
Now in Missouri
September 11, 2009
Still miss you Rory.
You are the greatest.
A true Southern Gentleman if there ever was one!
Love
Mermaid S.S.Selma
Patrick Miggins
August 26, 2009
I am so sorry to read of the loss if Rory; you have my deepest sympathies. Cousin Patrick J. Miggins Lavelle, Pa.
Donna Field
April 13, 2009
Dear Miggins family, I am just now seeing this and I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Of course, I remember Rory as such a small and precious child. You may not remember me, but I lived on Avalon where it intersected Westgate. My name is Donna Field and I had 2 small daughters, Kristin and Kim, when you knew me. Eileen, Kathleen and Noreen were my first baby-sitters and I marveled at how organized your home was and how there was always such an abundance of love. I remember each child looking out for a younger sibling. When my daughter Kim was born, they all came to see her, like they had never seen a baby before. Yours is such a special family and I am sure your precious son will be missed by all who knew him.
Many blessings to you and your family.
Love,
Donna Field
Laura Yanez
June 21, 2008
I just heard about Rory on a recent visit home. Hard to believe, "The Legend", gone. Even when I was in grade school, I went to St. Annes with Maureen, he was already a legend, and the one Miggins I never got to meet. All the stories about him and his exploits, he was a real rebel. I thought he sounded like the coolest big brother ever. It's funny now reflecting on St. Annes and the Miggins family that I realize that I've held them as the gold standard for "Irish" and "Catholic" and "Family" all my life. "Rory" was the first name uttered when Noreen would rattle off the kids names in order of birth. She could do it sooo fast it made me laugh all the time.
Keep strong hearts Mr. and Mrs Miggins and hold your family close. That's always been the Miggins way.
nancy Schaffer
March 17, 2008
Thanks for being there always. I miss you so much.
Gordon Greenleaf
February 11, 2008
Rory gave our band a break and we played many times at Local Charm.
We also enjoyed many Astros games. He was great guy, who learned from the best, his charming and faithful
mother and father.
Mermaid S.S.Selma
January 14, 2008
A tragic loss.
Rory was one of the nicest and truest "Southern Gentleman" I have ever met.
He always had a smile and good word. What a great guy!!!!
I will miss him so.
''Mermaid S.S.Selma
Catherine Schwarzbach-Pettit
January 7, 2008
My deepest condolences to the Miggins family. I know Rory will be greatly missed.
Annette Higgins
January 7, 2008
Just wanted to leave condolences from two cousins of Rory's from England. Although I never met Rory, my sister Zena thinks she did in Woodford, many years ago when they were just babes. On reading the entries we have missed out on not knowing him and can only judge by the wonderful messages that he was well loved. Nevertheless we send our support and love to all those friends and family now learning to live without him.
Fond regards Annette & Zena (nee McMahon) - England
Deirdre Butler
December 26, 2007
My thoughts prayers and sympathies are with you all on the loss of your son Rory Oliver, may he rest in peace.
Linda Smith
December 17, 2007
Dear Miggins Family,
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your son. I met him only once. He was warm and friendly-extending an invitation to visit the bar. Unfortunately for me, I didn't take him up on his offer. The Jewish religion has a beautiful saying regarding the loss of loved ones: "Those we love never die, but live on in the hearts of those who loved them."
Sincerely,
Linda George Smith
Patti Dowling
December 14, 2007
As the wife of a musician who performed at Local Charm, many of my evenings were spent there. I would stand in the back, watching the crowd and Rory as he greeted everyone with a big smile and open heart. He took the time to make everyone feel welcome and lived by his motto that you were only a stranger once. His departure saddens me and he will be missed by many.
Lisa Ross
December 14, 2007
One week ago today,
A special one passed away...
One who,
Would give, and give, and give...
Also his body, for the sake
That others may live
Through His Body, His Blood
There is the One
Who also gave, and gave,
And gives
So that all of us
May Live
In Peace
In Love
This gift is in (his) name,
and in His,
One Trinity
One Truth
Rory, we miss you...and God has greater plans for you ~ His Angel of Mercy...
Peace, Love, Happiness you brought, and you still bring.
Love,
All Your Friends
P.S. Kathleen & Larry, you raised a special son. The mass celebrating his life was beautiful, and I fell instantly in love with you as well, when I met you in the parish hall.
Lisa
Wendy Thiessen
December 13, 2007
Back in the 80's I spent many long nights at Rory's Local Charm when I was married to a musician who often played there. Rory was always a really good guy. He even packed each member (and wifes) a to-go bag with one of his homemade sandwiches at the end of every show. He helped supply me with some great memories! May he rest in peace.
Leigh Hollins
December 13, 2007
I didn't know Rory, but Neil & Serena Miggins are friends and neighbors here in the Old Sixth Ward. Neil told me Rory is the reason they found the Old Sixth Ward and moved here, so we as Neil & Serena's neighbors have Rory to thank for that great blessing. My thoughts, prayers and condolences to the entire Miggins family.
Janis Miggins-Vignati and Family
December 13, 2007
Your Connecticut cousins send caring thoughts and prayers to our extended Miggins family in Houston. We are deeply saddened on the loss of Rory- your beloved son, brother, brother-in-law and uncle. His endless love and devotion to family, faith, friends and community is a blessing for everyone. He was a remarkable man. May the special memories of Rory fill your hearts every day with comfort, peace and love.
Fran & Jim Boland
December 13, 2007
Jim and I were so sorry to hear of your loss and Heaven's gain. Our prayers are with all of you at this
time.
Nancy Lauritsen
December 13, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the Miggings Family on the loss of their first born son and oldest brother. Rory was always ready with a smile and a friendly hello, not to say Local Charm didn't give him a wee bit of aggrivation at times. I always enjoyed seeing him at the many events we both attended. A friend to me for 18 years, I will miss him dearly at the Art Car Parade and at Blues Venues and other Houston events that he loved. God Bless this Angel.
Charles Vento
December 12, 2007
What tragic news. My thoughts and prayers are with my friend Larry as well as the rest of the Miggins Family.
Helen Sage Perry
December 12, 2007
The presence of the Miggins family is among the most inspiring experiences I have ever encountered. Rory's visitation and funeral service left no aspect of his multi-dimensional, colorful character uncelebrated. Many thanks to each of you for sharing this profound experience so unselfishly.
Growing up at St. Anne's, I always knew the Miggins but didn't really meet Rory until '03. It was only weeks after my Irish mother's death. Those visits to Kingston St. and being at the 50th anniversary party were a light and blessing during a difficult passage. You are angels who forever remind me of my mom, the person who loved me most. Kathleen's & Larry's stories of their times with my Grandfather, Patrick O'Connor from County Clare, are like classic songs to my ears-always wonderful to hear time and time again.
In addition to introducing me to a less up tight way to live, more dives than I ever knew Houston had, Rory gave me the great gift of connecting further with our beautiful heritage and for that I remain forever grateful.
May God's angels and loving arms surround each of you as you carry the torch.
Fondly,
Kelly Foreman
December 12, 2007
Rory was a very special person in my life. It is hard for me to articulate it properly. I am aching inside like so many other people. The memories I have of him in the 15 years I have known him are precious to me and quite indelible.
I wish and pray for comfort and peace to the extended Miggins family. Rory handled the end of his earthly life with such amazing faith, strength, dignity, and even wit. It was evident at his wake and funeral that there are so many people that feel a unique connection to him. It was a beautiful thing to see...that just doesn't happen everyday. He will never be forgotten.
I Love you so, Rory...
Jack Hume
December 12, 2007
On behalf of the Scottish Community
Sincere sympathy to the grieving family.
Jack Hume, Heather and Thistle
Annie Hardin
December 12, 2007
I did not know Rory personally but I do know his sister Noreen and adore her. We are co-workers and she has shared stories of love for her family and Rory. I can only imagine how great Rory was. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Annie Hardin
Marilyn Karr
December 12, 2007
The last best thing that happened to Rory Miggins as he "slipped the surly bonds of earth to touch the face of God" was that he was enveloped in the boundless love of a most incredible family. It surely seems ironic that Rory was born on 9-11. This family, which has had so many celebrations of weddings, birthdays, christenings, anniversaries, and countless other joyful events, surely experienced it's own 9-11 with Rory's diagnosis and subsequent battle against the ravages of melanoma. It has been a privilege and an inspiration to see the character, courage, faith and dignity with which this family has faced his illness and their profound grief.
David LaGroue
December 11, 2007
Migggins Family,
As a class mate from St. Anne and St Thomas, I am so grateful that I was able to share those younger years with Rory. Although he has left this world, he will always remains in my heart and my mind. God bless Mr. Rory Miggins - All American.
MICHAEL DUBROFSKY
December 11, 2007
I MET RORY THROUGH MY SISTER DORY MAYBE MORE THAN 20 YEARS AGO. I LIKED RORY WHEN WE MET THOUGH I DID NOT GET THE CHANCE TO KNOW HIM WELL. MY SISTER SPOKE VERY HIGHLY OF RORY BACK THEN AND NOW. I SEND RORY AND HIS FAMILY NOTHING BUT GOOD THOUGHTS. I THINK OF RORY AND WISH EVERYONE HAD HIS SPIRIT AND CONSCIENCE. I THINK OF HIM MORE SO SINCE WE ARE THE SAME AGE AND OUR BIRTHDAYS ARE SOMEWHAT CLOSE.RORY I HOPE WHERE EVER YOU ARE YOU KNOW YOU WERE MUCH LOVED AND ADMIRED.
Ann Casiraghi
December 11, 2007
May God’s Peace surround the Miggins family during this time of loss.
Rory’s passing leaves an empty space on this earth but the space he fills in the hearts of his family and friends remains forever and ever...
Cathy Sisk
December 11, 2007
I always felt that Rory was one of the luckiest people on earth because of his big, wonderful, loving, funny, talented family. My deepest condolences for your loss. I know your love for one another will carry you through.
As the priest said today, Rory had a big soul. He had a smile to match. I will miss seeing that smile around town at various music venues, at the greening of the bayou on St. Pat's, and with Anna at the ball games. I will miss hearing his latest ideas about music, the environment, and politics, and I will certainly miss talking baseball with him. Hey, Rory -- anything you can do about the 2008 Astros will be much appreciated! Peace to you, my friend.
Nina Pace
December 11, 2007
I was terribly saddened to learn of Rory's passing and I wish peace for his family during this time of grief. Rory was a wonderful man and will surely be missed.
Patrick Shea
December 11, 2007
What a list of worthy accompishments in such a short time. May Rory's spirit live within all of us. God bless the Miggins family.
Maria Rios
December 11, 2007
To the beautiful Miggins family,
I met a few of you in the past, just here and there around town; the love you have for one another was always apparent in just looking at you!
Anyone who followed the music scene in Houston was guaranteed to run into Rory when they were out and about! Every time I saw him at festivals, concerts, St. Thomas graduation ceremonies, etc., he always took the time to say hello and give me a big, warm hug! It was always great to see him and his captivating smile!
He will surely be missed but I know that he is in a much better place where the music is everlasting! How happy he must be!!
God bless you and keep you safe and may you always be forever close to one another as the extraordinary family you are!!
Benette Mikulin-Rowley
December 11, 2007
Dear Miggins Family, I am so sorry for your loss.
Rory was a very special man that I had the pleasure of knowing through the Local Charm, East End, Port of Houston and life. One of my cherished memories of Rory is when 4 generations of my family met up at the Local Charm to hear Pappy Selph play & we all danced the night away. He took a photo of my family that night & later gave it to me as a Christmas present. The framed photo has moved with me from place to place & hangs on the wall in my family room, reminding me of a special night and a very special man.
Joe Trevino Joann Gonzales
December 11, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
May & Jackie Disney
December 11, 2007
Kathleen, Larry & wonderful loving family. We share your grief at losing your loving first born. What I remember about Rory was seeing him before St. Patrick’s Day cleaning the Dick Dowling Statue in Herman Park. I haven’t seen Rory in a long time, but remember how kind he always was to everyone. The testimony to him was at the wake. I have never seen so many people paying their respects and memories of him. You are all in our thoughts & prayers. We love you all. May & Jackie Disney
Bob Novotney
December 11, 2007
My thoughts prayers and sympathies are with this great family on the loss of their number one son Rory Oliver, Irishman, Texan
Colt .45s Baseball Team
December 11, 2007
TO: Rory
A GREAT Teammate!!! We'll Miss You Buddy.
FROM: The Houston Colt .45s
John Paul Butler
December 11, 2007
Sincere sympathy to the Miggins family at this time on their sad loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. John Paul, Eileen & John Butler. Aughrim
Ned Cooney
December 11, 2007
I remember the many times I went (along with my siblings) down the street to play at the Miggins' house. Rory was always the "older, bigger" kid who was too grown up to spend much time with the "little ones." But times change, and I remember years later meeting him as I walked across the campus at U of H. He called me by name (and didn't confuse me with one of my brothers!), we shook hands, and talked briefly. Suddenly, I wasn't any longer the skinny little squirt from down the street. We were equals. That meant a lot.
I don't think I had seen Rory since then, but I read about his exploits in the paper from time to time, and my mother and sister told me about his illnes and kept me up to date on his condition. Nevertheless, the news of his passing was a shock. The "shadow of St. Anne's" is a little dimmer and a little colder today.
Our condolences and best wishes to Larry and Kathleen and the rest of the family. Hold tightly to one another in your sorrow, and feed on the strength that only a large family can provide. And when you feel like weeping, remember the man and smile instead.
"Happy the man, and happy he alone,
He who can call today his own:
He who, secure within, can say,
Tomorrow do thy worst, for I have lived today."
God bless.
Melissa Noble
December 10, 2007
another one of Houston's pioneers who helped sustain the music rock and blues legends amongst many other accolades from his contributions and interests.
What a character, what a heart.
Dory Dubrofsky
December 10, 2007
Rory, you were definitely one of a kind, who lived to the beat of his own drum. Thank you for your continued friendship, the memories, the sense of humor, generosity of spirit,... the wonderful example you set on how to truly live a full life. You will be greatly missed. Until we meet again - wishing you much love and a wonderful journey. I know your light will continue to shine and that you will continue to share your spirit, light & love. You are truly blessed Miggins.
Always - Dory Dubrofsky.
My sincere sympathies to the Miggins Clan - wishing you peace and light. May wonderful times shared together help comfort you all.
Helene and Avery Little
December 10, 2007
Dear Miggins Family,
Rory came into my life about 3 years ago and he turned out to be one of the biggest blessings I have ever known. It was a very hard time in my life and I was very depressed - to the point where I didn't get out of bed. Rory probably saved my life - really - as he would come over, get me up, fix dinner for me, make me eat, play with my daughter Avery - and of course our dog Sunshine - go to church with me and pray with me. He would take me out and make me laugh again.
He truly was the person that helped me get back on my feet and I know Avery and I will cherish his love and friendship as one of the most special things that ever touched our lives. He was so very unselfish and one of the most giving people on this earth.
I loved his faithfulness to God and his family - and he was a man of very high integrity - one anyone could have the most respect for.
I know we will always miss him, cherish our memories of him and just know - as Avery put it - "God just has a very special job for Rory in Heaven and He needs Rory now - that is why He is taking him "
We all know Rory will have something great awaiting us when we see him again in glorious heaven.
With all of our love Rory -
Helene and Avery Little, Kemah, Texas
Local Charm 1993-This photo was a gift from Rory.
Patrick Farmer
December 10, 2007
To Rory, You were a good friend and you will be missed. Godspeed Rory Miggins. To the Miggins family,
The loss of a loved one is a very
painful thing to endure. Rory was an
amazing and humble person. He celebrated life everyday. He was so good at helping people that God called him home. Now he is an angel
on high. He will always be with you. My deepest sympathy.
John Fischer
December 10, 2007
Dear Miggins family, I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Rory. He was a good friend at St. Thomas and I'll always have great memories of our relationship. I live in mainland China now so I cannot attend the wake and funeral...sorry. John Fischer, class of '74
Michael Lachapelle
December 10, 2007
Dear Miggins family,
It has been an honor and a privilege for 38 years to have known Rory. He was truly a great Man and one of the best freinds I have ever had. Sprit of St.Thomas 74 forever.
Tom Flores
December 10, 2007
Rory,
By God's grace I will meet up with you in heaven. Much love and you will always be in my prayers.
Tom Flores
Julie Belle
December 10, 2007
I met the man only once, but he was a real nice guy. God bless those who hearts are aching, but remember that there is life after death as long as you believe.
Wendy Schroell
December 10, 2007
With so much love and affection,
from all of us at The Orange Show and the Houston Art Car Parade
.
December 10, 2007
Neil and family, my thoughts and prayers are with the Miggins family during this difficult time. My brother and I knew the Miggins family when we attended St. Anne's. May all the good times of years past come flooding back to comfort and sustain you in this time of grief. Sandra Vasquez-Brandin and Eric Vasquez
Benjamin D. Cavazos
December 10, 2007
All of our condloences go to the Miggins Family, myself Benjamin D. Cavazos, my brother Robert J. Cavazos and my sister Tonya L. Cavazos attended St. Anne's Catholic School and St. Thomas High School with the Miggin's Brothers. I found out about his passing from my father Santos Cavazos (Mr. Santos) yesterday. All of our prayers go out for your loss.
Lenora Meister
December 10, 2007
To Rory's Family and Friends: I had the honor of meeting Rory on several occasions. I met him through my parents and Leon "Pappy" Selph about 1988 during the St. Patrick's Day festivities on the Bayou and many other times at Goode Company Bar-B-Q where Pappy Selph played and at Rory's club in the East End where I grew up. He was a sweet, gracious and honorable man. Houston has lost a great man. May God Bless and keep you all close to him always. You now have another Angel to watch over you.
wheeler carter
December 10, 2007
To the entire Miggins family worldwide, please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of Rory. I knew him and it was true then as now, you were only a stranger once at Local Charm. I just e-mailed a story this morning to a dear friend in Houston about something Rory and I witnessed in the little house behind the club: Jerry Lightfoot, on break and in a moment of frustration, thew a guitar string through a window shattering it to pieces - Rory turned to me and said "how did he do that" and I said, "with a guitar string," rory said: "i know that but how?" We laughed and now he's gone and I didn't know it this morning until a few minutes ago. They're both gone now and they're both laughing I assure you. Rory was and will always be, a great warm hearted human. May he rest in Peace.
Sincerely,
wheeler carter...retired,local 21 GCIU
Michael Feighl
December 10, 2007
My sympathies to all the Miggins clan and friends. Rory, we miss you and peace my friend.
Rochelle Bordelon
December 10, 2007
I had the pleasure of meeting Rory here at the Houstonian Club. He was always smiling and ready with a joke. I will miss him very much!
Reg Burns
December 10, 2007
I can't think of many others who have made such a positive contribution to so many lives.
His spirit will live on for ever.
Ruth O'Kane
December 10, 2007
Dear Kathleen, Larry and Family,
My daughter, Patrice, and I have been praying for Rory, and for you, every day for the past month. You always shine a light, when ever I see you. God Bless you all.
Tina LaPerna-DeBow
December 10, 2007
Dearest Miggins Family,
Please accept our most sincere & heartfelt condolences at the loss of your beloved & precious Rory.
On his journey back home, may he be embraced into the loving arms of our heavenly father & all his angels, while He tenderly blesses & comforts your family.
Our thoughts & prayers are with you now.
Much love,
Tina LaPerna-DeBow & families
Tom McMahon
December 10, 2007
Cousin Rory and family. These humble words can not do justice to a your great lifetime. Your great spirit and love of life makes us better people.
Your charitible work and actions to many, who needed the most help in the world, made us lucky to know you.
Christ has accepted you into his loving arms and sheds his light on your family, friends and relatives who love you so much.
God Bless you Rory, we will always remember you.
Julie and Joseph Boneau
December 10, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the Miggins family. Rory was a good neighbor and friend who always had a smile on his face. We will miss him terribly.
Letty, Nick and Robyn
December 10, 2007
Our deepest sympathies.
Robyn Reviere
December 10, 2007
Rory, through Local Charm, touch my life by giving me a love for the blues Thanks for the gift of live music, and of course, the memories. God Speed.
Michelle Miller
December 9, 2007
I only knew the Miggins family through St. Anne's where my mother taught and I rode with Maureen to school every morning to St. Agnes for a year. The one thing that I was truly impressed was with thier family unity. I could not get over the amount of people and the amount of love felt in that home. Rory's tireless giving to others is attributed to that love and that is what will get you all through this loss. My mother and I will keep you and your families in our prayers.
Bernard Downey Grover
December 9, 2007
Rory was a good friend and great man. I will miss him dearly. I spent many a fine hour at the bar or working on the Waterfront Festival. I especially enjoyed the Ugliest Couch contest and the Patty O'Furniture pagents. My thoughts and prayers go out to his wonderful family. His light was too soon dimmed. If a clod be washed away by the sea, is Europe not the less? Rory will be dearly missed and our community is greatly reduced by his passing.
Patrick Trewitt
December 9, 2007
My prayers and condolences are with you for your loss. I cherish the memories of my boyhood buddy and classmate, Rory. May the Blessed Mother bring the peace and joy of our Lord, Jesus into your hearts.
In Christ Jesus,
Patrick Trewitt & Family
Barbara Churchill-Shindler
December 9, 2007
Rory was a friend of mine and a co-worker for over twenty-five years. He had a good heart and was a decent man. I will miss him.
Terry Miggins
December 9, 2007
To our Houston Miggins Family:Please accept our deepest sympathies on the passing of Rory. We got to know Rory over the last five years.His sense of humor and love for his family will always bring a smile to us when we think of him. Losing this wonderful son and special brother we know is difficult. May you find comfort in the many wonderful memories of Rory. He left us too soon but he will always be with us.
With our Love & Prayers-
Terry,Debbie,and Lauren Miggins
Walter & Claudia Murtaugh
December 9, 2007
Our sympathy goes to the family in your grief and our prayers for Rory's eternal happiness with our heavenly Father. Sean told us of Rory's illness and we have kept you all in our thoughts prayers. May God bless you and comfort you.
phil vogelsang
December 9, 2007
To the Miggins Family, we are so sorry for your loss and we will keep you in our prayers. Love, The Phillip Vogelsang family.
Matthew Laine
December 9, 2007
To the Miggins Family: We were so saddened today to hear of Rory's passing, and wish we could be there with you all to celebrate his life. We pray you will find comfort from your abundant love for and faith in our Lord. He will bring you peace in the days ahead and will remain by your sides, as He did Rory's. Please know that you will all be in our thoughts and daily prayers. In Christ, Muffet and Matthew Laine
Chris Sweeney
December 9, 2007
My condolences to the Miggins family.
I was a classmate of Rory's at St. Thomas High School (class of '74).
I appreciate Rory's contribution to the Houston music scene and will miss bumping into him at killer shows at the Continental Club.
Rest in Peace Rory.
Sandy Hickey
December 9, 2007
My heartfelt sympathies go out to the Miggins family. It will be so strange to not see that tall, good looking man with the gorgeous smile at all the music and art events of this huge city. His contributions to the music scene in Houston alone are greater then anyone I've ever known. Rory, may you rest in peace and give a big hello to Big Robert, Roger Collins, Andy Williams and all of the great blues legends we've lost over the years.
Sean McMahon
December 9, 2007
To my cousin Rory:
You were alive my cousin. You brought joy and delight to all around you. You made all the weddings here in Chicago and honored the McMahon branch of the family. You are alive and full of the Holy Spirit now and the Church, the McMahons, and all of your cousins will miss you dearly.
Your Uncles Bertie and Sean will be playing an Irish tune for you when they meet up with you in Heaven
Geoffrey Pierce
December 9, 2007
Here's one who reached heaven before the devil knew he was gone. Hats off and glasses up to Rory Miggins.
Me and Rory at the Local Charm reunion in the late 90s
Mary Cutrufello
December 9, 2007
I've received several emails with the link to this sad news today. Rory was truly one of the people who kept the faith for Texas music in Houston. We mourn his passing; his presence will be missed.
I'll never forget how proud I was to have my first gig at Local Charm in the early 90s. For me, an interloper from Connecticut, it felt like I'd arrived...but Rory himself never played that card. It was always about good music, good company, and good people. Which is how it should be. Rory always got that.
God rest ye, Rory...my thoughts and prayers are with your family.
John Miggins
December 9, 2007
As my ears were often thirsty for some local music which we enjoyed together my heart is now hungry for his joyous presence. We will carry on our Love for Rory in our hearts and in our actions. WWRD, what would Rory Do?
Heather Korb
December 9, 2007
Rory's departure is truly felt, and he leaves an inspirational legacy. My deepest sympathies to his loving family.
Rory was the "heart and soul" of Local Charm. He was the one who first introduced me to Joe Guitar Hughes at his "magical" establishment, and that was the genesis of my film, "Third Ward Blues."
I will always be grateful to have known Rory. He truly lived life and gave of himself in so many ways. His life was not as long as we would have wanted, however, in the time he had, he gave us alot. Rory understood how important a sense of community is and was always serving to create more community among those he knew.
See you again friend, in that sweet by 'n by.
Eileen Brooks-Parsons
December 9, 2007
Dear Miggins Family,
I am so sorry for your loss and will rememer you all in my prayers.
I often think of the fun times at St. Anne's School with Rory, Eileen and my sister Lucy when we were little and at CYO functions in Jr. High.
Kind regards,
Elizabeth Flanagan Brown
December 9, 2007
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. The whole Miggins Family will be in our prayers. Much love
The Flanagan Family
Cynthia Rickard Weyermann
December 9, 2007
Rory and I were very dear friends during our late teens and early twenties. He was one of the most extraordinary people I have ever known. His spirit of adventure and love of life captivated me and memories of our times together have been with me for the rest of my life. He introduced me to the various cultures of Houston and the vivid music scene this city had to offer. It was a blessing to have known him. He has touched the lives of many Houstonians and he will be missed greatly. My condolences to his wonderful family.
Bill Tower
December 9, 2007
For all the Miggins family, my most sincere prayers and thoughts are with you during this grieving of the death of your precious Rory.
Rory and I go way back to our earliest days in middle school competing against one another in sports, St. Annes vs. St. Michaels. It was a special time in our lives.
Then we became teammates, classmates and friends for life at St. Thomas High School.
I grew to love his hard-edged ruggedness and kind Irish, Christian spirit. We spent a lot of time together in disciplined structured environments like classrooms and playing fields and just as much time, if not more, enjoying our youthful adventures.
I know that Jesus Christ has a new team captain and we all now have a most loyal advocate in Heaven. What wonders and joy await us all!
Thank you God for Rory Miggins.
Sonny Boy Terry Jerome
December 9, 2007
Rory Miggins was a true benefactor of the Houston music scene and culture. Personally,I can tell you how I feel about Rory. He was always great to me. A true supporter of my work. He was a great friend to me who I could confide in at any time. His bar Local Charm was home to many musicians. I fondly remember the roast beef sandwiches and carrot cake in a brown lunch sack he always gave to the band members at the end of each gig. I am sad because of the loss of s good freind but I know he had a strong faith - he is for sure in a better place. My thoughts and prayers go out to his immediate family in this time of grieving. Rory Miggins is a huge part of my life and someone I will always love and think of with great memories. Godspeed dude. You are one of a kind.
- Sonny Boy Terry
Patrice Ward
December 9, 2007
Before I met Rory, I heard so much about The Local Charm from my sister and brother-in-law, Jerry and Colleen Lightfoot. There is a web of connections that God weaves to bring us, His family, together. The family of God will ALWAYS remain together.
Kristen Norberg
December 9, 2007
If life is about collecting memories and experiences then this was a life spent to the fullest. You seemed to live every day as if it was your last, always with love and never regret and from this we can all learn a lot.
HARRY TAYLOR TAYLOR
December 9, 2007
We have suffered and prayed for
him as we new that he had that awful illness that had no cure.
We know that God is welcoming him.
He can look down on the "Old Sod"
where his folks came from.Know that
there will a "Irish Wake".We have seen the Irish carrying their dead
from to Mass to graveyards.
Stephen Johnson
December 9, 2007
So sorry to read about Rory's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Nicole Strine
December 9, 2007
With deepest sympathies from The Houston Art Car Klub.
Rory Connolly
December 9, 2007
To the Miggins clan,
Your loss is felt further and wider then you may ever know, Rory was a great man. I'll keep you in my prayers.
Peace
Rory Clare Connolly
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