Name: Celebration of Life for GREG JAMES SHARRIGAN
Start: 2021-09-10T15:00:00.000Z
End: 2021-09-10T18:00:00.000Z
Location: Maynard Rod & Gun Club

SHARRIGAN, Greg James Age 67, of Maynard, passed away suddenly on Thursday, September 2, 2021 at his home. He was the beloved husband of Carol Anne (Bianchi) Sharrigan. Greg was born on September 6, 1953 in Newton to the late John and Theresa (Collins) Sharrigan. Raised and educated in Watertown, graduating from Watertown High School class of 1971. Greg and Carol married on May 20, 1977 and settled in Maynard in 1978 to raise their family. Greg worked as an electrician for International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers for 40 years, retiring in 2011. It was important for him to stay busy - from working as a handyman for his friends, family - really anyone who needed him; teaching 3rd-graders how to ski for five seasons at Nashoba Valley; to helping his friend Dave Hunter with his new business Dyhydromatics. Greg was a friendly outgoing person who loved children and always made time to help others. He loved hosting family and friends for neighborhood New Year's Eve parties and other occasions. Greg enjoyed the outdoors, especially hiking and camping. He was active in Boy Scout Troop 130 with his two sons for many years. Greg had a passion for speed. From a young age, he enjoyed watching and participating in car racing and riding his motorcycle. He was a member of The St. Moritz Tobogganing Club since 1998, and made yearly trips there to participate in the sport and reconnect with friends. Along with his wife, Carol, he is survived by his sons, Ethan D. Sharrigan and wife Kelsey of Seattle, Jason W. Sharrigan of Arlington; sister, Eve Hamlin and her husband Sam of Ipswich; and many nieces and nephews. The family is expecting their first grandchild. We invite you to memorialize and celebrate the full and colorful life of Greg Sharrigan. Let us remember the giving person he was and the unique life he led, not from a place of sadness but from joyousness as he would have wanted. The event will be held outdoors at the Maynard Rod & Gun Club on Friday, September 10, at 3 p.m., with remarks at 4:30. Come as you are - casually dressed and fully vaccinated - ready to enjoy catered food, drinks, and music with Greg's friends and family. Bring a hard copy of your favorite photo (or photos!) of Greg to add to our photo montage. Unfortunately, we lost most of our photos due to the fire, but we'd love for you to share yours with us. Please send digital images to [email protected] Donations in his memory may be made to MA ASPCA, 350 S Huntington Ave., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 or Greater Boston Food Bank, 70 S. Bay Ave., Boston, MA 02118. Arrangements under the care of Fowler-Kennedy Funeral Home, A Life Celebration Home, MAYNARD. To share a memory or offer a condolence, visit: www.fowler-kennedy.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 8 to Sep. 9, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for GREG SHARRIGAN

20 Entries

Peter DeGelleke

September 11, 2021

My deepest condolences to the entire family on their terrible loss.

Charles Garabedian

September 10, 2021

I was sad when I saw the obituary for Greg in the Globe. I remember Greg very favorably many years ago. I was Greg's math teacher at Watertown High School. I wish I could come up with some specifics from those days but he made a positive impression on me. I think a good friend of his was Bob Arsenault but I never know if the same relationship remains after graduation. I give my deepest sympathies to his wife ,,and his sons.

Charles Garabedian

Bill Caterino

September 10, 2021

I am so sorry to hear of the tragic death of Greg. I took him up to Loudon NH for a race drivers school! I think he enjoyed the day we spent together! So sorry for his loss to his family!

The Zoo

September 10, 2021

We will miss you

Elaine Harvey

September 9, 2021

I'm so very sad for you Carol & family. What a tragedy. I will pray for your comfort during this time of unbelievable grief. Much love, Elaine Harvey (your mom & dads neighbor)

Nancy Waters

September 9, 2021

I am shocked and so sorry to learn of Greg's passing. He did electrical work at my home in Maynard on several occasions a few years ago but I remember him vividly--he was such a pleasant, interesting, and engaging person and such a pleasure to speak to. My most heartfelt condolences to all his family and friends.

Yvonne Griffin

September 9, 2021

Heartfelt condolences to the Sharrigan family from your friends in Seattle. You are in our prayers and hearts. With deepest sympathies, Yvonne and Madeleine

Glenn & Charlene Hayward

September 9, 2021

Greg was so kind to my family when we were tenants at a property he owned. I am so very sorry for this tragedy. May God carry you all through this horrible loss.

Gary and Nancy Justason

September 9, 2021

Sending you and your family hugs.
We have memories of Greg & you & your boys & our girls in Pre school & in our Maynard Middle School classes . So many warm memories and laughter shared with you and Jim & Cindy Metsch. Love & prayers to you and your family as we remember & celebrate Greg´s life and special spirit ..

Mark Dumond

September 9, 2021

I will always cherish the late evening neighborhood walks with Sophie and Joey, and the great conversation we had. Thank you for your friendship. I will miss you.

Susie, chris, and Jenny Gallagher

September 9, 2021

Dearest Carol, Ethan and Jason,
We were so sad to hear of Greg´s sudden passing. He was always so sweet, always with a smile and a twinkle in his eye! He would always encourage me on with pulling all of those darn maple saplings in our yard at 2 Sherman St. !! What wonderful neighbors you all were and still miss you and your New Years parties and cat- sitting Tigger and Lucy! Please know that you and the boys are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this very sad time. Greg was one of a kind and will be missed very much!
With all of our love, Susie, Chris and Jenny

Dear Carol, Ethan, and Jason-- The 4 of you with Greg will always have a special place in the hearts of the Sullivan family with special Bianchi roots. You are of us. We feel your immeasurable loss and are better humans to have known you all with Greg at

Edie Sullivan

September 9, 2021

Dear Carol, Ethan, and Jason--
The 4 of you with Greg will always have a special place in the hearts of the Sullivan family with special Bianchi roots. You are of us. We feel your immeasurable loss and are better humans to have known you all with Greg at the helm.
With family love,
Edie, Ted, and Paul
Photos are from 1985 Christmas dinner in Weston

Deirdre Sullivan

September 8, 2021

Thinking of the Sharrigan family.

Richard D'Intinosanto

September 8, 2021

Carol, Greg was a great person. In these last few years of being with him at family gatherings I got to know Greg and found how easy it was to love him. I had a great respect for his ideals and knowledge. Linda and I will miss Greg very much. My grandson Griffin also thought quite a lot of Greg. We are all deeply saddened buy his loss and wish you our deepest sympathy. All our love, Ricky, Linda, and Griffin.

Tricia (Scalzi) Neal

September 8, 2021

I always remember Greg with a dog in his lap and a big smile. This old, blurry pic captures that memory!

Kevin

September 8, 2021

Met Greg around 1999 while walking our yellow lab, Bailey in the neighborhood. Since, we have crossed paths many times and shared our love of our four legged friends (he was so kind to our aging chocolate lab, Bosco). I enjoyed meeting with Greg on late night, cold wintry walks with our best friends. Conversations were always thoughtful, usually humorous and kind. Make the best of every day.

Tom Bianchi

September 8, 2021

God, we will miss Greg. Never met a more even tempered and friendly person. I see how he touched so many lives in such a good way. Wish we had more time with him. We send love and prayers to my cousin Carol and the boys. Love to all who have been affected.

Nancy Quinn

September 8, 2021

Dearest Carol, Ethan and Jason - My deepest condolences to you and family. I have so many fond memories of earlier, happy years! Awesome Halloween parties, Samuri movies at Coolidge Corner, and of course the young, awesome couple who bought their house from me when I was green'. I am honored to call you my friends for life. Hope fond memories of such a wonderful person, that always brought a smile, will help during this tragic time. Love always- Nancy Quinn

Sean Gately

September 8, 2021

My deepest Sympathies to Carol and Family. I know you have lost a wonderful husband, father and great friend. It was always a pleasure to meet him here in Ireland and in Boston. Greg will be sadly missed by his family,neighbours and friends. He greeted everyone with a smile. Rest in Peace my friend.
Seán Gately. Loughrea, Galway Ireland

Bill "RAZ" Rafferty

September 8, 2021

My heartfelt condolences to the Sharrigan family

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