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David Eugene Tigan

FUNERAL HOME

O'Halloran & Murphy Funeral and Cremation Services - St. Paul

575 South Snelling Avenue

Saint Paul, Minnesota

David Tigan Obituary

Age 62 Of Mendota Heights Died peacefully at home on January 23, 2011. Preceded in death by father, John; sisters, Nancy Waite and Connie Roach. Survived by Barbara, loving wife of 42 years; children, Elizabeth (Aaron) Van Loo, Anne (Dan) Ittner, Matt (Michel), Paul (Carla), Katherine and Jane; grandchildren, Emelia, Jacob, David, Adele and Anne; mother, Claire Tigan; brother, John (Leigh) Tigan; sister, Mary (Don) Heilman; along with many loving brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and other relatives. David was admired and respected for his faithfulness to God and his devotion as a loving husband and father. He will be remembered as an accomplished photographer, an avid bird hunter, and for his many creative projects. He worked for the City of North St. Paul for 32 years, and was admired by his colleagues for his work ethic and dedication to the citizens. He was a servant to all and found great joy in teaching his children and grandchildren to love God and see Him in all things. He always led the prayer. Mass of Christian Burial 10 AM Thursday at ST. MARK'S CATHOLIC CHURCH (2001 Dayton Ave. at Moore, St. Paul). Visitation 4-8 PM Wednesday at O'HALLORAN AND MURPHY FUNERAL HOME (575 S. Snelling Ave., St. Paul) 651-698-0796. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Jan. 25, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for David Tigan

20 Entries

jacob tigan

May 6, 2020

he was the best awesome grandpa

Al McMurray

February 6, 2011

Dear Barb and kids,
I'll always remember Dave in the context of Scouting,he was a great Cub leader and enjoyed all the chaos of boys in the woods as well as the monthly Pack meetings.He also knew how to ride herd on unruly parents when he was coaching Jane's soccer team. I had a good laugh listening to him tell about Hawkeye protesters spilling over the freeway in Iowa City during the early 70's. We will all miss him a lot...

annie jordan

January 30, 2011

I know you through your daughter, Elizabeth. never have i met a stronger, more loving community builder than her. your strength of character radiates in her and the family. thank you for your time on this earth and all you helped create:) may the blessings be received by all and continue to support your family and your soul. - annie jordan (Vermont)

Mike, Liz & William Ittner

January 29, 2011

Tigan family, we love you all and feel great sorrow for you now with the loss of David. We are praying for you during this time of grief, and know that David has found eternal salvation. Sending lots of love to you.

Mark Whitters

January 29, 2011

Barb and family,
You are in my prayers for peace and consolation, knowing that Dave lived a full and good life. I am glad that Marty emailed me this news: even though it is sad, yet it reminds me of how valuable Dave's life and your life are to me after all these years. Yes, we can make it to the end by God's grace.

January 27, 2011

Dear Paul,

Please accept my deepest sympathy. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely yours,
Gigi Darricades

Madonna Arel

January 27, 2011

Dear Barb and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Dave. I can remember living in the apt above you on Dayton Ave. Know that you are in my prayers. God bless!!!

Tamara Van Loo

January 27, 2011

Tigan family- My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I hope you will find comfort in one another during this difficult time. Much love.

John, Gretchen, & Becky Healy

January 26, 2011

Barb, Liz, and family,
Good memories of the Tigans from Trinity at River Ridge. Our sympathy and prayers go out to you.

Genna Petrolla

January 26, 2011

Jane, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Anna Donnelly

January 26, 2011

Jane and the Tigan family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Wishing you comfort and peace in this difficult time.

January 26, 2011

Hi,
So saddened to hear about your loss. I was honored to know David. I loved his zest for life and family. I was blessed to have been touched by his spirit.
Love and sympathy.
Bill VanLoo

Rebecca Rayl

January 26, 2011

Tigan Family,

I will be thinking of you all and carrying you in my heart in the coming days and weeks. Know you are not alone.
Love, Rebecca

Diane

January 26, 2011

I had the pleasure of working with Dave years ago when employed with the city. He was one of the nicest people you could ever meet, truly a good man. My condolences to his family and friends on their loss.

Karen Gemza

January 25, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Carmen Lee

January 25, 2011

Barb and family
I am so at a lose in telling you how sorry I am for the loss of David. H always admired him. I will never forget a comment he made many many years ago. Gail and I happen to be walking from our car to a prayer meeting in downtown St. Paul and David and Barb came alone. As I remember it was in the late fall and the temp was chilly, perhaps freezing. David said with this great smile of his as he walked with only a short sleeve shirt to keep warm, "This is great, we are preparing to do great things for God and what better way than to be in the cold with no coat on".
I also remember the many mornings we waiting at the paper place for those stupid papers but it seemed David always had a great attitude and that smile of his.
God bless you in this difficult time and your entire family is is my prayers.
Carmen Lee

Seamus Swenson Flynn

January 25, 2011

Tigan Family,

My condolences to you all on your loss. It's been a long time (too long) but my thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless and much love, peace.- Seamus Swenson Flynn (Nordeast Mpls, MN)

Debbie Connor

January 25, 2011

Dear Barb and family,
My heart breaks for you. David was a wonderful person. Your strong faith will help you get through this sad time. I will be thinking and praying for you all.
Love, Debbie Connor

January 25, 2011

Barb,
You and your family have our most heartfelt condolences on your loss. May God be with you through the days ahead as you go through your mourning process. We will be thinking of you.

In sympathy,
DJ and Donna Condry

Cynthia Johnson (Young)

January 25, 2011

In honor of David and his joy for spreading the word of God. May he rest in peace. Rejoice for he is dancing, sining & laughing with the Lord.

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