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John Cadigan Obituary
John was born Jan. 6, 1932, in Holyoke, the son of the late Patrick and Mary (Lavelle) Cadigan. John was a lifelong resident of Holyoke and a graduate of Holyoke High School. John was a proud veteran of the Navy, serving his country during the Korean War.
Following his military service, John started his career with New England Telephone and worked 37 years ending his career with NYNEX. Jack loved his work for the phone company and was always more than happy to share his expertise with family and friends.
John was married to the love of his life Helen (Garvey) Cadigan for 58 years. John is survived by his five children, Patrick of Chicopee, Erin Boyd and husband Bill of Middletown, Delaware, Maura Smith and husband Brian of Westfield, Sean of Ware, and James and wife Dawn of Holyoke. John had a great sense of humor and a sharp wit which he shared with his 10 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter, Damian, Nolan and Jack Cadigan, Ryan Boyd, Delia Smith, Meghan Jones and her husband Jeff, Kelly and Jennifer Cadigan, Patrick and Michael Cadigan, and Caitlyn Jones. John is also survived by two sisters, Mary Martin of South Windsor, Connecticut, and Nancy O'Connell of Whispering Pines, North Carolina, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers-in-law Daniel Martin of South Windsor, Connecticut, and F. Stanton O'Connell of Whispering Pines, North Carolina.
The funeral will be held Saturday at 9 a.m. from the Barry J. Farrell Funeral Home, 2049 Northampton St., Holyoke, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of the Cross Church. Burial will be held in St. Jerome Cemetery. Calling hours are Friday, Feb. 3, from 4 to 7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made in John's memory to Jericho, 537 Northampton St., Holyoke, MA 01040, or Holyoke VNA Hospice Life Care, 575 Beech St., Holyoke, MA 01040. DBR BBNG
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Memories and Condolences
for John Cadigan
February 14, 2017
Dear Helen. Pat, Erin, Maura, Sean, and James, I want to extend my deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved husband and father. Mr. Cadigan was a wonderful neighbor. I remember when my dad passed 24 years ago he assured me that he would keep an eye on my mom's house. It brought such comfort to me. He was such a friendly man and I loved running into him with his beloved wife Helen. What a wonderful couple they were. Please know that I am so very, very sorry I was unable to make the services. May God bring you all comfort during this most difficult time. God bless you all. Mary and Ray Larrow
Kathy Sleboda
February 10, 2017
So sorry for your loss, I remember Mr Cadigan from the early Magnolia Ave days, he had a great sense of humor and a warm smile. In the later years I would hope to see him when I cut across Magnolia Ave on my way through Holyoke. He will be dearly missed.
February 9, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. It is so hard to lose someone we love in death. May our heavenly Father give you the comfort and peace that you need now and in the days ahead. John 6:40
Anna, John, Mary Kate, & Michael O'Rourke
February 8, 2017
Dear Dawn, Jim, Patrick, and Michael!
We wanted to express our deepest sympathies to your family over the loss of your father/grandfather. Patrick, you must have shared his wit. You have the same way of making people smile something that always reasonates with me when I think back to having you as a student. I remember you speaking of your grandfather with a smile on your face. We hope you hold his memories near during the difficult days ahead and know his is watching over you always but especially today on your birthday. You are a wonderful family and will be in our prayers.
F. X. Kelly
February 6, 2017
My deepest condolences to Mrs. Cadigan, Pat, Erin, Maura, Sean and Jim.
Scott Hall
February 3, 2017
Erin and Pat, so very sorry the lose of your Dad. My heart is with you and the rest of your family.
Jack & Mary Lavelle
February 3, 2017
Helen and all the Cadigan family, so sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy, may he Rest In Peace. John was a good man and always a pleasure to be around, with that great smile, hearty laugh and booming voice. May God comfort you now and always.
Jack & Mary
Andy Sullivan
February 3, 2017
Rest in peace Mr Cadigan. I hope you are telling stories with my Dad in heaven. May God bless the Cadigan family in this time of need.
Thinking of you all,
Sully
tim o'mahony
February 3, 2017
Sorry for your loss, may he rest in peace
Mark Lamagdeleine
February 3, 2017
My deepest Sympathy goes out to all of the Cadigan family. John was always a pleasure to come in contact with as I would always look forward to delivering his mail on Magnolia because he was always in a good mood with a smile everyday. He would always leave me with a good feeling until the next day I could not wait for his kind words he would speak to me. John was a man that everyone was proud to know. RIP Mr C
February 2, 2017
Owen Cadigan O'Connell
Mary Barry
February 2, 2017
So sorry to hear of your sad loss thinking of you at this time from all the cousins in Westport,Ireland. May he rest in Peace
February 2, 2017
So sorry to the entire Cadigan family, great loss of a great man.
GUIDO ARTIOLI
February 2, 2017
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Karen (Quirk) Flaro
February 2, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. I have so many happy memories of riding my bike down Magnolia Ave and Mr. and Mrs. Cadigan would always take the time to say hi and talk to me. He was such a wonderful man, I know he will be missed by all of you.
Donald Rychlik
February 2, 2017
John was always a gentleman and I worked with him a couple of times at the phone company. Always a good word for everyone and quick sense of humor. You have my deepest sympathy.
Elaine Skawski
February 2, 2017
Our deepest sympathy. Office of francis Croke MD
Ruth and Tom loudon
February 2, 2017
Great great man he and Tom could tell stories for hours. So special to have this wonderful family part of our lives. You are all in our hearts and prayers.
Bobbi & Alan LaPlante
February 2, 2017
So very sorry to hear of his passing, I know he will be missed and will be forever in your hearts
Beth Simpson Kenney
February 2, 2017
I feel blessed to have known such a great man. May your wonderful memories comfort you now and always. Love, Beth
Mary Kirton
February 1, 2017
Sad to hear this news. Thinking of you all and remembering a great friend and neighbor! Love, Mary F
DAVID MCKENNA
February 1, 2017
MAY YOUR REST IN PEACE YOU FOUGHT A GREAT FIGHT AND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY,
February 1, 2017
Thank you for your service, and may you R.I.P.
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