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John DELLIGAN Obituary

DELLIGAN, John R. John R. Delligan, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, formerly of West Hartford, passed away unexpectedly at Sanford Hospital in Sioux Falls on Saturday (December 26, 2009). He was born in Hartford on May 24, 1949, son of the late Dr. Francis and Muriel (Ruddy) Delligan. John graduated from William Hall High School, West Hartford and Greater Hartford Community College. John is survived by his sister, Mary Ellen Smith and her husband George; and by his brother, Frank Delligan and his wife Carol, all of West Hartford. He is also survived by his nephew Michael Delligan of West Hartford; his nieces, Anna Shostak of Arlington, VA, Amy Ferrer of Bristol, and Melissa Bambery of West Hartford; and several cousins. He was predeceased by his brother William Delligan. Funeral services will be private and are being handled by the Chapel Hill Funeral Home in Sioux Falls.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Dec. 31, 2009.

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Jean Johnson

January 16, 2010

Dear Mary Ellen and Frank ~ I'm so sorry to hear about Johnny's passing. So many nice memories of him during our childhood. He was a sweet guy and, I believe, a gentle soul. Know that you are very much in my thoughts and prayers. I hope in time that sweet memories will lessen you grief. Take good care.

January 10, 2010

Hi Mary Ellen and Frank,
I am sorry to hear about John. I remember him as a cute little boy in the 2nd grade with a great smile. Please know that I am thinking about you. Love, Linda boyes Gale

Cheri Kostek

January 9, 2010

Mary Ellen and Frankie,

I can't tell you how sad I am hearing about Johnny. We sure had some good times together on Webster Hill Blvd. The best to you and your familys.

Cheri Boyes Kostek

Donna Perry

January 5, 2010

Family of john, i would like to express my sorrow of Johns death so sudden, i have known him for the past 3 years.He was one of the niciest people in our apt. complex. Always very polite, considerate,always had a good word. Ihad a lot of good vists with John. We will all miss him.A friend donna perry,sioux falls sd

Pamela Brown

January 4, 2010

Mary-Ellen,Frank and family
I was on vacation right after Christmas till my return today to hear the news.We are so sorry to hear of Johns passing.Having been through this myself I know it's a hard thing to handle no matter what.
Please know that you are in our prayers.
Love Pam and Family

Kathleen Pradd

January 4, 2010

Mary Ellen, Frank and family- I was so sorry to hear of John's death. I wish we could have all been together one more time, as we were as children growing up. My heart goes out to you on the loss of another brother. They both died too young. You are in my prayers. Love, Kathy

MARGARET JOHNSON

January 3, 2010

MARY-ELLEN AND FRANK- MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU BOTH ON THE LOSS OF JOHN. I LEARNED OF HIS PASSING JUST TODAY FROM MY SISTER JEAN (1-3-10) MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU BOTH

Meredith Balgley

January 1, 2010

Dear Mary Ellen and Frank;
I don't know if you remember me but we were your neighbors on Smallwood Rd. I went to my Jr. Prom at Hall with John. I saw Bill out in LA since he was friends with my brother Paul.
My condolences to your family after these difficult deaths.

Fred Verrilli

December 31, 2009

Frank,Carol and Michael, I was notified today (12/31)by my sister Lois of the unexpected death of your brother John. I wanted to send out our love and many prayers and special blessings to you, my long time friend, in this difficult time. Please give Carol a hug for me.
Fred,Laurie & Mark Verrilli

Florence Marino

December 31, 2009

Dear Mary-Ellen and Frank, Love and prayers to you and the extended Delligan family in the loss of yet another sibling. May you all find comfort in the memories of happy times with John. God bless you all.

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