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Thomas Rattigan Obituary

THOMAS F. RATTIGAN AGE: 63 HOPATCONG Thomas F. Rattigan passed into eternal life on Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was 63 years old. Born in Bronx, NY to John and Mary Ellen Rattigan (nee Heneghan), Thomas resided for the past 33 years in Hopatcong. Mr. Rattigan served his country with the US Army during the Vietnam War years, and was a member of the Vietnam Veterans Association. He was employed as an accounts manager with GMAC, last working in Fairfield, prior to his retirement in 1997. He was a communicant of Blessed Kateri Tekawitha RC Church in Sparta. He enjoyed camping, was a die-hard Yankee fan, and loved spending quality time with his three grandchildren and family. Predeceasing him are his three sisters; Nancy Proulx, Monica Rattigan, and Sister Mary Theresa Rattigan. He is survived by his loving wife, Anne Marie Rattigan (nee Hinek), three daughters; Kelly Shertz and husband James of Byram, Barbara Gilmartin and husband Robert of Sparta, and Kathleen Jerauld and husband Keith of Allamuchy, a son; Timothy Rattigan of Hopatcong, three grandchildren; Jimmy, Holly and Natalie, two brothers; James Rattigan and wife Gladys, and Jack Rattigan, a sister; Eileen Gregory, and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews. Friends and family are invited Friday, 2-4 & 7-9 PM to Goble Funeral Home 22 Main Street, Sparta, NJ , A Funeral liturgy will be held Saturday 2 PM from Blessed Kateri RC Church Sparta, NJ. Memorial contributions in his name may be made to: Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation 99 Sparta Avenue Newton, NJ 07860 or Vietnam Veterans Association, VVA Chapter 327, Kenvil, NJ 07847.

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Published by Daily Record on Apr. 8, 2010.

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April 13, 2010

We are thinking of you all and are deeply sorry of the passing of your loved one. The McGoldricks

April 12, 2010

April 12, 2010

Tom & Maureen Yowe & Family

April 11, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Fran Schlenoff

April 10, 2010

I am so sorry to hear about your father's passing. Although I didn't know him I always enjoyed when Bob would talk about him....you could see how much he adored him. I know this is such a painful time and words are mere band-aids. Family and friends willl help you through this time- please know your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Stacy Marino

April 9, 2010

Kat a Roo
I'm so sorry to hear of your father's passing. He loved you sooooo much. I wish I could be there to give you a big hug! Love and miss you!

April 9, 2010

Dear Rattigan Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Ann-Marie, you and Tom raised such wonderful children, it was a privilege to teach them and a pleasure to live in the same neighborhood.
My sincere sympathy,
Joanne Christiano-Flexser

April 9, 2010

Dear Anne Marie and all the Rattigans,
You are in my thoughts at this very sad time. Tom was so much fun to be around. He showed Bruce the "ropes" of camping and we loved doing that with the Rattigans. Hold each other tight and your awesome memories and faith will help you get through these days. I wish I could be with you. Love, Cheryl Dimick

Dan Christiano

April 9, 2010

To the entire Rattigan family: I don't even know where to begin. I knew Kelly, Barbara, Kathy and Tim when we were little kids at the lake in Hopatcong. I just happened to read the online paper and saw that Tom had passed away. I am deeply sorry and you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Linda Cabalar

April 8, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Tom at GMAC many years ago. He was a good person and always very nice. It was with great sadness that I learned about his passing. I am praying for Tom and his loved ones.

April 8, 2010

Tim- We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. We did not know him long, but he was a really funny, feisty guy, and so kind to our kids. Please know that our prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. Love from Tami's Aunt Su, Uncle Chris, Will and Jenna

Gladys Robbins

April 8, 2010

Anne Marie and family - I was so very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He will be remembered with love.

Lisa Siegrist

April 8, 2010

Anne Marie and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss and my prayers and thoughts are with you at this time of need. Love, Lisa

April 8, 2010

To Kelly & Jim and the rest of the Rattigan family - So very sorry to hear of your loss. Our love and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in your memories and in the knowledge that your father will always be with you. Love, Karen Celia & Family (Havertown, PA)

Mary Ellen McCrea

April 8, 2010

Dear Ann and family,
My heart and prayers are with you. Tom and you made sure we knew our way around when we first moved to NJ, even though I got lost going around the block. He always made us laugh. I'll keep you and your family in my prayers.

Tracey Duffy

April 7, 2010

Anne Marie, Kathy, Barb, Kelly, and Tim,
I am so very sorry for your loss. All of you and your families are in my thoughts and prayers. Tom was such a kind and thoughtful man who was always so welcoming to my family. You are such an amazing family and may your loving memories bring you comfort, peace, and strength.

Becky McCloskey (Baglio)

April 7, 2010

Dear Barbara and family,
I have such good memories of your Dad -- being at your house and going camping when we were kids...Thinking of all of you...so sorry for your loss.

April 7, 2010

My prayers are with you.

Andrew

April 7, 2010

Rattigan Family,

We are sorry to hear of your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Mr. & Mres. Patrick Glynn

Gail Cutler

April 7, 2010

I have been thinking about all of you all day long, and many, many prayers are coming your way. He was such a beloved uncle. May you be surrounded and sustained by God's peace.

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