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Thomas Bernard Corrigan

1924 - 2015

Thomas Bernard Corrigan obituary, 1924-2015

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1924

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2015

Thomas Corrigan Obituary

Thomas Bernard Corrigan, age 90, died June 6, 2015 in San Diego, California. Born on December 3, 1924 in Bemidji, Minnesota, he was an outstanding high school athlete and college basketball star, Navy veteran and popular coach who later segued into a business career that included a position as Vice President at Las Vegas's Tropicana Hotel. On September 5, 1947, he married Marjorie Anderson who preceded him in death on September 25, 2003. A long-time member of Canyon Country Club, he will be remembered for his prowess on the golf course and in the card room. He is survived by son John (June) of La Quinta, son William (Karen) of San Diego, and four grandchildren: Katie, Matthew, Chiana, and Ambrose. Visit Tom Corrigan on http://www.katmac.com/tom/tom.htm

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Published by The Desert Sun on Jul. 5, 2015.

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Sue Gosser

September 1, 2015

Mr. Corrigan you will always be a fond memory of my years working at CCC, 1969-1980. Always remembered you as such a kind and generous person. You treated us all so well. You were one of the most favorite members.

Bob and Jeannie Hart

July 11, 2015

Our condolences. Best storyteller and a man who knew how to treat people well. Generous and giving.

Donna McIntosh

July 7, 2015

A dear friend indeed! He enjoyed cards, golf & people. Always smiling and enjoying life to the fullest. Several times he told me what a great life he lived. Good bye dear TC.

Stephanie Salter

July 6, 2015

My love to John and Bill and their families.

CHLOE MRAZ

July 5, 2015

Tom, you are part of Palm Springs history, a P.R. CELEBRITY, who made a difference in the lives of others. In your soft, quiet manner you made every person you met feel very special. DEAR FRIEND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART.

July 5, 2015

Mr. Corrigan is what I called him for 19 years, I was the valet at CCC. Mr. Corrigan was always a fine gentlemen when he was at the club. I could ask Corrigan anything and he would have the answer or find it. Rest in peace Corrigan and look after my mom please...

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