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Halligan, James F. Jr.
James F. Halligan, Jr., 77, of Durham, beloved husband of Martha "Marty" (Grabowski) Halligan, died Monday, (April 8, 2013) at home. He was born in Cambridge, MA, son of the late James, Sr. and Virginia (Dorsette) Halligan. James was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He worked in the steel industry for many years at US Steel and then Concord Steel in Middletown, Ct. He later opened his own company A&A Building Systems in Durham, Ct. James also worked for 20 years at Bob's Stores home office in Meriden, Ct. He was a past member of the Coginchaug Benchwarmers and the Elks. He was also the past president of S.P.E.B.S.Q.S.A. Besides his wife, James is survived by four sons, James and his wife Pamela of Durham, Scott and Kerry of Wallingford, John of Milford and Robert and his wife Jennifer of Durham; a brother, William Halligan and his wife Donna of Vernon; a sister, Priscilla "Prissy" Hughes of Brockton, MA; ten grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two sisters, Virginia MacLean and Katherine Cassidy.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 8:30 a.m. from Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown followed by a 9:30 a.m. Funeral Liturgy at Notre Dame Church in Durham. Burial will be in the State Veteran's Cemetery. Friends may call on at Biega Funeral Home on Friday from 4-7 p.m. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to Durham Library, 7 Maple Ave., Durham, CT 06422. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Halligan
Ron Catania
April 3, 2020
Jim worked at Bobs. A great guy. Miss Jim. A sense of humor. Work ethic impeccable. Always helping others.
The Nortons'
April 30, 2013
To Robert, Jennifer and family. Our sincere condolences for your loss. May god bless you and your family during this time.
Dwight and Toni Greenlee
April 13, 2013
Jim, our deepest sympathy on the passing of your father. You are in our thoughts. I have many great memories of your dad at the basketball games.
Ken & Betty Kindschi
April 13, 2013
Scott and Family; It is so hard to express ones sorrow during the times like this. You are in our thoughts and prayers . May the Good Lord bless you and your family & may James rest in peace, Ken & Betty Kindschi, Sr.
Ken & Betty Kindschi
April 13, 2013
Scott and Family; It is so hard to express ones sorrow during the times like this. You are in our thoughts and prayers . May the Good Lord bless you and your family & may James rest in peace, Ken & Betty Kindschi, Sr.
Donna and Rich Golub
April 12, 2013
Dear Scott and Family
So sorry to hear of your dad's passing you are in our thoughts and prayers .
John Maldonado
April 12, 2013
My Sincere Sympathies to the Halligan family. I worked 2nd shift with Jim for many years at Bob's Stores and always looked forward to hearing his stories over a cup of coffee. He always had a smile for everyone.
Laurie Kaczmarczyk
April 12, 2013
Jim was a wonderful man. I had the pleasure of working with him at BOB's for ten years.
He always had a smile and a story to tell. He will be missed.
Chrissy (Fallon) Roy
April 12, 2013
My condolences are with you all...So sorry to hear of your loss.
Donna & Karen Borzillo
April 12, 2013
Dear Jim and Family,
"When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a wonderful treasure to always hold in your heart."
We are very saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are sent to you and your family during this difficult time.
April 12, 2013
Dear Jim and Family,
May your fond memories help you through this difficult time. Sincerely, Debbie
Joe & Joan Rusek
April 12, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the Halligan family. You are all in our prayers.
Russ & Carrie Shaw
April 12, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the Halligan family. You're in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
April 12, 2013
Dear Scott & family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this most difficult time.God bless you all.
Sarah Moore Overton and family
April 11, 2013
Our sympathy to the entire family. We hope you find comfort in your memories.
Gerry Benedict
April 11, 2013
Marty and family, So very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I remember well when you two were young and looking forward to your life together. May you find comfort in the love and support of each other and your large extended family. All the Best, Gerry (Kehoe) Benedict
April 11, 2013
Our condolences to the Halligan family, RIP Mr H you will be missed by our family and the entire neighborhood,your famous smile and wave as you driven passed us going either up or down the street. The Siena Family Jeff,Elain, and Jen
Danielle Wade Caporossi and family
April 11, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the Halligan family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jean
April 11, 2013
Jim was kind, caring and had a great sense of humor. We all loved him here at Bob's. I pray that his family will find their comfort in the God of all comfort, Our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Dean Foster
April 11, 2013
One of the best security officers at Bob's, we will miss you.
Kevin Larson
April 11, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to the entire Halligan family during this difficult time. Peace be to his memory.
Alyce Felt
April 11, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Deb Frano
April 10, 2013
Dear John, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May you find some comfort in your memories of your time together.
Stephen Smith and family
April 10, 2013
Our deepest sympathies go out to Jim's family. He was a wonderful man, and we were very lucky to have known him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ron Catania
April 10, 2013
Mrs. Halligan & Family. Jim will be missed. He was a loyal and dedicated Security Officer at BOB'S. He had a concern for others and knew the right thing to say to keep spirits up. Jim was part of the BOB'S Family. Our thoughts and prayers and with all of you.
Giles D'Orvilliers
April 10, 2013
My deepest condolences to the Halligan family in this sad time.
April 10, 2013
Scott, my sincerest condolences to you and your family for the passing of your father.
Rick Sorensen
April 10, 2013
Dear Robert, Mrs. Halligan and Family,
May precious memories always linger....
Sincerely,
Riley and Cerise Johnson
Bill Fowler
April 9, 2013
Dear Scott & Family Members, I wish I knew the magic words to say to take away the pain and hardship the loss of your loved one has brought into your lives.
Thoughts and prayers are with you.
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