James McElligott

James McElligott

James McElligott Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Oct. 12 to Oct. 13, 2010.
James Michael `Jimmy' McElligott August 22, 1943 October 9, 2010 It is with sadness that the family of James McElligott announces his passing on Saturday, October 9, 2010 at St. Paul's Hospital at the age of 67 years. Husband to Sandra (Costello); Dad to Sean (Kim) McElligott and Erin (Craig) Standish; Proud Papa to the loves of his life, his grandchildren: Matthew, Kristin, Belle and Will. He is also survived by his brothers, Dennis (Sharon) McElligott, Michael Howard; sister, Maureen Bricker; mother in law, Angie Geraldi; sisters and brothers in law, Margaret McElligott, Helen (Gordon) Blair, Colleen (Terry) Rogers, Pat Costello; John Rauba, William Costello; and many nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Mary and Mike; sister, Joan; brother, Jackie; sister in law, Rosanne; brother in law, Raymond. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, October 14, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. from Park Funeral Chapel (311 Third Avenue North, Saskatoon), officiated by Rev. Fr. Kevin McGee. Interment will be held at a later date. Memorial donations in Jimmy's honour can be made to the Children's Wish Foundation, PO Box 309, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 3L3 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 101 440 2nd Avenue North, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2C3. To send online condolences to the family, visit www.parkfuneral.ca . Arrangements entrusted to Derryl Hildebrandt.

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Roger and sylvie Lariviere

October 19, 2010

Our deepest sympathy
We were so sorry to hear of your loss
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
May God bless you and your family during this time and always

Terry Cherney

October 19, 2010

I worked at RUH and so got to know Jim and his humor quite well. So shocked to find out of his passing, so young and he was full life. He was a great jokester, and a good person. All the best to his family.

October 14, 2010

Sandra and Family: Jimmy will be missed by us all. He left mark in everyone's life, his humour touched us all. My condolences. He was a great guy and we will miss his special being.He was one of a kind!!!
Terry Blom

October 14, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sandra and family. Jim was always ready to share his latest joke during our years of working with him at RUH. Doug & Marilyn McLeay

Karen Larson

October 14, 2010

Sandra and Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Jimmy will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Our condolences. Scott and Karen Larson

October 14, 2010

Dear Aunty Sandra, Sean, Erin & families,
Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Uncle Jimmy was a true character & very well loved. He'll be much missed.
Love, Kevin, Ann, Emma, Conor & Sara (Perth, Australia)

October 13, 2010

Dear Sandra and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time. Many fond memories growing up with Jimmy.

Michael O'Shea

October 13, 2010

Sandra and Family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Words cannot express our sorrow.

Paullette Andrews & Family, Mississauga, Ontario

Melodie,Darcy, & kids

October 13, 2010

Uncle Jimmy was one of the richest men I knew he always had the love and respect of his wife, children, family, & friends.

Wendy Hamonic

October 13, 2010

So sorry to hear of James passing -I'v known him for many years at RUH then at City Hospital. Prayers are with you

Bud and Connie Perry and family

October 13, 2010

Dear Sandra and family
So sorry to hear of your loss of Jimmy,
our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Teri Glover

October 13, 2010

Auntie Sandra, Sean and Erin
Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family..We are very sorry for loss. I will always remember how much Jimmy made my dad laugh and how my father cherished his friendship.

Verna Reid and Family

October 12, 2010

Sandra and Family, Our Family to yours, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Glad we had a chance to know Jim.

Elsie Mann

October 12, 2010

Sandra and family..Deepest condolences on the passing of Jim. I always enjoyed chatting and visiting with him. He will be missed. Elsie Mann and family.

Brenda Higgs

October 12, 2010

Sandra and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I sit here smiling remembering Jimmy and the years we worked together. He always said what was on his mind, he was a great co-worker and friend over the years. He will be greatly missed. Our condolences. Brenda and Nico Higgs

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