Sue Ann COLLIGAN
1942 - 2021
Sue Ann COLLIGAN
1942 - 2021
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BORN
1942
DIED
2021
Sue COLLIGAN Obituary
(nee Hawthorn)
Passed away on Saturday, February 13, 2021 at the age of 78 surrounded by her family. She was born August 1st, 1942 to the late Samuel and Katherine Hawthorn. She was predeceased by her daughter Patricia Marie; her sisters Harriet and Jane; and her brother Samuel. She is survived by her husband John, whom she married April 8th, 1961, and with whom she would have celebrated 60 years of marriage this year; her children Peggi (Keith) Vandersteur, John Colligan and Tim (Rita) Colligan; her grandchildren, Tricia (Mike) Youngers, Meghan (Mike) Palvino, Evan (Sara) Reese, John Colligan Jr., Ben Colligan, Maggie Colligan, Madison Colligan, Darren Colligan, Mary Colligan and Suzannah Colligan; and her great-grandchildren Jovie Youngers, Leo Palvino, Madeleine Reese and Jacob Reese; also survived by her siblings, Walter (Lorraine) Hawthorn, Karl (Karen) Hawthorn, Dennis (Melody) Hawthorn, William (Diana) Hawthorn; and her sister-in-law Roz Hawthorn (late Samuel) and many, many nieces and nephews. Sue was a ray of sunshine to all that knew her. She loved gardening, her cat, going to the casino, her trips to Vegas but most of all she loved her family and spending time with them. There are no calling hours scheduled at this time, the family will be holding a Celebration of Sue's Life at a later date. The family declines flowers and asks that you instead make a donation to the Trinity Lutheran Church, East Main Street, Hamburg, NY 14075. Arrangements by LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel). Please share your condolences at www.lombardofuneralhome.com
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Vince Nappo
May 9, 2021
I've got so many fond memories of great times in the Colligan household. My most sincere condolences. Great friends, great people.
Amy Hawthorn
March 7, 2021
I will miss your singing and dancing. Also, your laughter with a snort in there! I will also miss our talks. Love and miss you always.
Dianne Egan
February 16, 2021
Tim, we are so sorry for your loss. Your mom had a smile that would light up a room! She made anyone who walked in her door feel welcome. Just like your. Take care. Brian and Dianne
The Mackey family
February 16, 2021
Sue was much more than a neighbor to us, she was our friend, our grandma, our aunt Sue and of course the cookie lady to her beloved dogs that visited her daily. We will miss her terribly. Our prayers to John and the entire Colligan family.
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Marjorie L Weber
February 16, 2021
I was sad to read of Sue's passing. We had a nice visit at HWC in 4/2013 @ funeral for her mother inlaw. My deepest to John and all the children, grand children. I first met them after they married and moved into upper apt across street from me in 1961. I was 12! Sue often would visit with me, just a kid. I thought she was beautiful, and after seeing her in 2013, found her to still be outgoing, warm and beautiful. I am sorry John, as you near your 60th anniv. Sue is with all of you, forever, in memories, & love she gave.
Joyce Forcucci bongiovanni
February 15, 2021
Joyce Forcucci bongiovanni
February 15, 2021
Joyce Forcucci bongiovanni
February 15, 2021
Joyce Forcucci bongiovanni
February 15, 2021
Joyce Forcucci bongiovanni
February 15, 2021
We were born on the same day and year. I met Susie at 13, she would come to Vegas to visit me. Sue was always sweet, kind, loving and very beautiful. When she wasn´t laughing she was singing. She loved the slots, but loved her family more. She spent most of her vacation here telling me all about her family. Husband, kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews. We spent a lot of time shopping for souvenirs for all of them. We looked all over Vegas for golden knights tshirts. Every morning she was on her phone with her family. I was so looking forward to her and Ellie coming this summer, I just reupholstered my lawn chairs, they loved their coffee and baileys Irish cream out side. She was always the last to bed and had coffee ready every morning. I love and will miss you terribly. Hope there are slot machines in heaven. I know you will be singing with the angles.
The Elvers Family
February 14, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. Sue was such a wonderful, caring soul. We are thinking of you all.
Simon pannullo
February 14, 2021
Sorry to hear about your wife missed u guys and the good old times
Trish Staszak Hamburg Gaming lady with flower in her hair
February 14, 2021
I am so very sorry for your loss. we loved her here at HG. such a sweet and kind Lady. so many here become like a 2nd family when you've known them so long and she was that to many of us. Prayers to you all and may you have the strength from the angels to help you during this difficult time
Sheila Nagy (Park)
February 14, 2021
So sorry for your loss and my condolences to the family.. Every time I saw her she always had a huge smile on her face. She was a great friend to my mom Shirley.
Roselyn I Fredericks
February 14, 2021
Very sorry for her familys' loss. She was loved by so many people. We were friends since high school (1960). I will always think of her with much love and always a smile.
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