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Don Corrigan Obituary
LISLE, N.Y. — Don "Crash" Corrigan, 66, of Lisle, Oct. 31, 1948 to Aug. 29, 2015, peacefully passed away at the cottage he loved.
He was born in Binghamton, New York, in 1948 and graduated from Meyers High School in Wilkes-Barre in 1966. He served proudly and honorably in the U.S. Navy for 10 years and earned a Masters of Arts from Central Michigan University. Afterwards, he had a long career in the electronics manufacturing industry.
He loved literature, golf and telling unforgettable stories about the amazing characters he knew and loved. Most of all he lived life on his own terms, a life that will never be forgotten by those who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his father, James Corrigan; and sister, Barbara Rutchauskas.
He is survived by his loving family, wife, Teresa; his children, Chris, Jimmy, Heather Holt, Sean and Patrick; his grandchildren, McLaughlin, Newton, Emerson and Madelyn Holt, Julia, Rory and Lila Corrigan; his mother, Pauline Corrigan; sisters, Elaine, her husband, Roby Bishop and family, and Patti, her husband, Robert Williams and family; and nephew, Jason Rutchauskas.
Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Thomas J. Shea Funeral Home Inc., 137 Robinson St., Binghamton. A memorial Mass will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday in St. Thomas Aquinas Church with full military honors.
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Memories and Condolences
for Don Corrigan
David and sue Utter
September 11, 2015
We didn't know crash as well as so many but knew him as a very kind man. May he rest in peace.
Doug Hoyt
September 8, 2015
Always full of piss and vinegar, Crash was a pleasure to work with and will be missed at SureScan.
Erin Williams
September 8, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and many friends of Crash. I haven't seen him since I was a child, but have fond memories of our family get togethers. RIP Crash, you'll be missed
The McCarthys
September 5, 2015
Just read about Crash today. Oh how we've missed him and now, will miss him. What a laugh he had. A great man and a gentle man.
Dave Baker
September 5, 2015
My Dear "Hacker" brother Crash, from a naval aircraft carrier flight deck to your many years at IBM, you never lost the reason to be called Crash! You crashed your way through life & left behind a world full of friends, laughter and some of the best memories of my life.
My sincere condolences to Terry and your entire family. It was an honor & a privilege to be your "Best Man".
Hit 'em straight down Heaven's fairway!,
Bake's
Bill Oellet
September 4, 2015
Rest in peace good buddy.
D Dawson
September 4, 2015
I didn't have a chance to work with Crash long, but he made an impression. He is very missed here. My thoughts are with the friends and family in this time.
LeeAnn Levesque
September 4, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Corrigan family. I knew Crash as an excellent, dedicated member of the SureScan team, who would regularly stop by to tell me funny stories about family and friends. I've never known another quite like Crash, and will miss him for exactly who he was. RIP Crash, I'll miss you.
John Bettencourt
September 4, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Corrigan family during this difficult time.
Crash was a one of a kind; he will always be remembered. Our group enjoyed many years of golf with him. We enjoyed his wit, humor and many good times.
Crash, we will miss you, rest in peace. With sympathy...
John & Nancy Bettencourt
Vicki Kubic
September 4, 2015
I had the pleasure of working with Crash for many years from Smith Corona to Surescan and all in-between. He was a fantastic guy and will always be remembered with warmth and smiles! My deepest condolences to his family.
Amber Rockwell
September 4, 2015
My thoughts and prayers to all of Crash's family. I was a receptionist at a couple of Matco locations years ago, he was always a pleasure when he would call or visit and always had me laughing.
Nancy Kovalchek Pearson
September 4, 2015
Thinking of Crash's family at this very sad time. He was a great guy and a part of Meyers Class of 1966 who will always be remembered. Here's to you as you enjoy your next chapter.
DR
September 3, 2015
Rest in Peace, my friend.
September 3, 2015
Crash could tell a "story "..like no other and could keep you smiling. He will be missed and forever in our hearts!!Thoughts and prayers from our family to yours!! Marilyn Marcello
Brian & Shannon Scoville
September 3, 2015
We were very sad to hear of Crash's passing. He was always good for a story, laugh, or some bad golf advice. The west side and all that knew him will miss him for sure. Theresa, our thoughts and prayers to you and the entire family.
Ina Lubin
September 3, 2015
My condolences to Crash's family. He was a special member of the Meyer's class of '66. He will be missed!
September 3, 2015
Our deepest sympathies go to all of Don's family. Crash was a character and everyone who knew him liked him. Your memories will keep him in your hearts. Lorrie Bishop Pomanek
Kathy Washak
September 3, 2015
My thoughts and prayers is with the Corrigan family and his extended Fire Fox family.
I had the pleasure to work with Crash and my David (Black) and I had the pleasure of golfing with Crash. He was a unique and great person and I will Cherish our friendship and the memories forever.
I know in my heart he is on a golf course having a beer with David.
Crash my dear friend I will forever miss you. Until we all meet again, hit them straight and always one putt
Nancy Zenzel
September 3, 2015
Crash will be missed by all so for your loss to the Corrigan family R.I.P Cash
Ron VanWhy
September 3, 2015
So Sorry on the loss of Crash he was a great guy and classmate we were on the wrestling team together He was a good friend
Elaine Bishop
September 3, 2015
To my big brother... I will miss you Crash. You were always your own man. I respect that.
Teri Spalik
September 3, 2015
My sincere sympathy to all of "Crash's" family and friends. I met Don while working for SureScan in Endicott and indeed he is unforgettable :-) Always joking around and lived life to the fullest! The SureScan team went bowling one night and every one was stunned at how good a bowler he was. I knew he was because Crash had told me he knew my family, he had worked with my dad Jack Spalik and brothers Bill and John at IBM Endicott. We will miss but never forget him!
Edith Hungarter
September 3, 2015
Deepest sympathy thoughts and prayers to all of his family
Sherry Barton
September 3, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to the Corrigan family. He will be missed by many!
Maggie (Merriam) O'Dell-Singer
September 3, 2015
what a great picture of Crash, we meet people along the way, some make no affect on us, but others like Crash come crashing into your life for a little bit but may effect it significantly. You were that guy Crash. You will be missed by many but forgotten by few.
Cheryl Schroeder
September 3, 2015
We were sadden by the news of Don's passing. We are keeping all of your family in our thoughts and prayers. We are unable to attend the services, but wanted you to know how much we are keeping you in our thoughts.
Ellen Baggerman
September 3, 2015
To the Corrigan Family,
My sincerest sympathy to you at Crash's passing. Frans and I knew him during our days living at 222 Front St. My fondest memory is of our raft trip down the Chenango River during the Yagatta Regatta back in the 80's. Crash was quite the guy and most unforgettable. He and Frans can now perfect a new raft in the great beyond.
Bartnik Bill
September 3, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with the Corrigan family and friends...RIP Crash
September 3, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers to all of Crash's family. He will be missed at camp. Dan and Alexa Proctor
Brian Jacobsen
September 3, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with all the Corrigan family.
Ol' Don was quite a charactor with a quick wit and sense of humor. God Bless him and the family.
Tracy Russell
September 3, 2015
Crash was an unforgettable man. I will cherish the good times we shared. My prayers are with all of his family. May the memories you carry of Crash help ease your loss. God Bless
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