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Theresa Harrigan Obituary
Theresa Lena Harrigan, age 85, of Bridgeport, entered into heavenly rest Friday, August 10, 2012 in St. Vincent's Medical Center. Special thanks to the dedicated staff at Cambridge Manor York floor, also to the doctors and nurses at St. Vincent's Medical Center Six floor south. Theresa was born on January 27, 1927 in Fairfield, Connecticut, the daughter of the late Gloria & Donald Cataldo, she was the youngest of eight. Upon reaching the gates of heaven Theresa will be greeted by her late husband George Harrigan, her three loving sons Anthony (Bam Bam), Michael, George Harrigan and her eight siblings. Theresa is survived by: six children from oldest to youngest, Joanna Cataldo, Donald (Dino) & daughter-in-law Mary, Gloria, Grace, Margaret Harrigan of Bridgeport, Theresa Harrigan of Waterbury, twenty grandchildren, twenty-eight great grandchildren, one great great grandchild, sister-in-law Josephine Cataldo. Theresa gained a countless number of extended family members through her kind hearted nature. She was known to cook up a large pot of spaghetti and invite all the neighborhood kids over for dinner. If you knew Theresa then you know that her number one activity of leisure was relaxing in the sun. Even on a cloudy day she would pull up a chair and catch the slightest ray of sunshine peeking through the gray. Now from her new home in heaven she will shine down on us on our cloudiest days and provide us warmth through our cherished memories of her. Friends may greet the family Tuesday, August 14, 2012 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Community Funeral Chapels 798 Park Ave. Bridgeport, CT 06604 Tel:(203)334-9999. Interment will start in the funeral home Wednesday, August 15, 2012 at 10:00am to 11:00am following to Mt. Grove Cemetery Easton. Send your condolences by lighting a virtual candle for Theresa at communityfuneralchapels.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Theresa Harrigan
Anthony Staton
August 7, 2019
Another anniversary is coming up so pls allow me an early blessing and remembrance coming soon. I know she is smiling down on her family as she is reunited with hubby , also while loving, reuniting her children gone before with her too soon. Blessing and grace to entire Harrigan Family .
Minnie Day
August 22, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mary Spodnik
August 16, 2012
To the Harrigan Family,
My deepest condolences to you all.
Ted Giambazi
August 16, 2012
To the Harrigan Family:Our deepest & sincere sympathy to you and your family on your loss. Ted, Nick, Jim & Tina Giambazi
August 16, 2012
Condolences to the Harrigan Family from Gino Lopez and Family
tooshea staton
August 15, 2012
To my Harrigan Family here now gone tomorrow to return again as an angel she left as and keeper from the heavens.
Mariette from Cambridge
August 14, 2012
May you take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel watching over.Theresa was a loving person and I will miss her.My prayers go out to all the family.
Erin Bristol
August 14, 2012
My condolences to Theresa and her family.
Carol Savo
August 14, 2012
What a great Lady, Loved Her. My prayers go out to all the family! Love to all!
Coote Family (Marina Vill)
August 14, 2012
God Bless the family during this time Mrs. Harrigan was a wonderful women who kept us all on our toes :) may she Rest in Peace....
Ken Taylor
August 14, 2012
Our heart felt condolences go out to the Harrigan family.She was a part of my childhood and George and Anthony were like brothers to me.The whole south end knew and loved Mrs. Harrigan and she will be missed by all who's life she touched.Rest in peace and give those of yours that passed a big hug from the Taylor family.You can take us out of the South End but you cannot take the South End out of us,and she certainly was a part of the South End and my youth.Rest in peace Mrs. Harrigan....P.S. Please give Chucky a big hug for me.
Ken Taylor
August 14, 2012
In life she watched over all of us kids,now god has called her home to help him watch out for us.you are gone but not forgotten. Rest in peace Mrs.Harrigan.
Kim Daniels
August 13, 2012
Dear Dino and Mary and all extended family members. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you now. May your mom shine down on everyone! Love and prayers, Paul, Kim and all the kids.
Terri Sako
August 13, 2012
Don't cry at my grave cause I won't be there.
I'll be in the breeze that ruffles your hair,
I'll be in the sunshine I'll be in the snow,
I'll be in the places that we use to go.
I'll be in your shadow and there in your dreams.
I'll be in your greetings but not your goodbyes.
I'll be in the reflection of your loving eyes.
I'll always be with you and I'll always care.
Don't cry at my grave side cause I won't be there. Sorry for your loss. Mrs. Harrigan was always good to me! God Bless all! Love, Terri,, Tara and Tommy xxxoooo
August 13, 2012
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE HARRIGAN FAMILY! MRS. HARRIGAN IS TRULY A SPECIAL ANGEL. MY LOVE TO THE FAMILY. LOVE SQUEAKY
August 13, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Gary & Berta Chapman
August 13, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
August 13, 2012
DINO,
SORRY ABOUT LOSS OF YOUR MOM.
EDDIE O
727-798-2125
eleanor gonzalez
August 13, 2012
R.I.P miss harrigan. at last you are at peace and with your loved ones. give mike a kiss and a hug for me.
eleanor
Jerry Rodriguez
August 13, 2012
I worked with Theresa in the 70's at Beckson Mfg, always a bright character and a good friend.
Anthony Brown
August 13, 2012
You will b missed dearly. Love you.
Anthony Brown
August 13, 2012
Ms.Harrigan. You've been a pary of my life since I was a kid. Always loved you I am gonna miss you.
Mary
August 13, 2012
"Those we love don't go away
they walk beside us everyday
Unseen, Unheard, but always near
Still loved, still missed and always dear
Thank you for 30+ years of love, laughter, acceptance and your presence in my life. I love you and will miss you always Weezie.
Mary
August 13, 2012
Mom you will always be in my heart, there will not be a day in my life that I won't think of you. You raised me to be the woman who I am today, thank you for my life. Love always your daughter Theresa .
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