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Gilbert Harrigan Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 31, 2009.

HARRIGAN, Gilbert Passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2009 at the age of 68. Son of the late Thomas Harrigan and the late Jane McCauley. He leaves behind his children: Debbie, Kenneth, Gilbert Jr. (Chantal) and Robert. He also leaves his adored granddaughter Cynthia, his sisters Thelma (Gary Rock) and Janine Harrigan as well as many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brothers: Richard, Orville and Albert and his sister Beulah. A Private Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Special thanks to Dr. Czarnowski, Dr. Coulombe, Dr. Aldridge, Dr. Hurdon, the staff of Carefor Care and the Cancer Clinic at the General Hospital. In Memory of Gilbert, donations to the Ottawa General Hospital Cancer Center would be appreciated. For information please call: 613-241-3680.

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February 2, 2009

Evelyn Harrigan posted to the memorial.

February 1, 2009

Dytha Dixon (Robillard) posted to the memorial.

February 1, 2009

Rolly and Evelyn(Hogan) Sarrazin posted to the memorial.

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Evelyn Harrigan

February 2, 2009

Dearest Janine and Thelma,

Abby's family is very thankful for all the care and emotional support you have given Gibby over the years. We didn't see him much - but the times we did were always eventful.

Gibby here's to a fresh start.

Love,

Evelyn and Family.

Dytha Dixon (Robillard)

February 1, 2009

Dear Janine,Thelma and Families
Sorry to hear about Gibbie. My condolences to the family .

Rolly and Evelyn(Hogan) Sarrazin

February 1, 2009

Dear janine and Thelma and Gilbert's children,
I was so sorry to hear of Gilbert's passing.Please accept our deepest sympathies.Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Mac & Sandy McDonald

January 31, 2009

Farewell Gilbert. May the rest of your days be filled with happy times & long warm days.

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