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Joseph Harrigan Obituary
Joseph M. Harrigan, 69, of West Hartford, beloved husband of Barbara (Grogan) Harrigan, died Tuesday, July 25, 2017 at Hartford Hospital. Born in Hartford, son of the late Margaret "Peggy Sue"(Fitzpatrick) Harrigan and Robert S. Harrigan, Sr. and had lived in West Hartford all his life. He was a graduate of Northwest Catholic High School and Central Connecticut University. He was a self-employed auditor contracted by Contract Management Strategies. Joe was proud of his Irish heritage, and loved Irish songs. He was a wonderful husband, father and friend. Besides his wife, he leaves a son and daughter-in-law, Christopher and Melissa Harrigan of Medway, MA; a daughter Colleen Harrigan of West Hartford and three brothers, Paul Harrigan of Hartford, Jerry Harrigan of Clinton and Thomas Harrigan of Bloomfield, as well as numerous in-laws and extended family who loved him dearly. Joe was predeceased by a son, Bryan Harrigan and a brother Robert S. Harrigan, Jr. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, July 31, at 10:00 am at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, West Hartford. The family will receive friends at the church 9:00 to 10:00 am prior to the mass. Memorial contributions may be made to Dana-Faber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215. Online condolences may be made at www.SheehanHilbornBreen.com
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James Masse
July 31, 2017
Barbara and Family Although it has been many years since we worked at Sage Allen together I often think about You and Joe . I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Joe a wonderful guy. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Valenches Lesi
July 30, 2017
Barbara and family, So sorry to read of your loss of Joe. As time passes by I often think of my time at Sage Allen and you, Joe, Aunt Dottie, and Jaye. Know that although many years have gone by since we have seen each other I am deeply sadden to read of Joe's passing and you are in my thoughts.
July 29, 2017
Barbara, we are so so sorry for your loss. We think of you often when we drive by your parents house. Remembering the good ole Sage Allen days. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Glenn and Pat Catania
kris legnani
July 29, 2017
I am so sorry for you loss, Barbara, Chris & Colleen! Joe was such a great man. Had many good laughs with him working at Joanns. Was so shocked to hear of his passing. You are all in my thoughts an prayers. Hugs and, prayers to all of you,
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