Jacalyn Christine McColgan
Jacalyn Christine McColgan
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Jacalyn Christine McColgan, 40, loving daughter of Ed McColgan and Jill Carlino McColgan, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at her mother's home in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Jacalyn was born in Stoughton, Massachusetts, on July 23, 1985. She was an avid reader, loved the outdoors, and was a graduate of Brockton High School. Survivors include two sons, Dylan and Desmond, and two sisters, Valerie McColgan and Kelley McColgan. Betts & West Funeral Home is honored to serve Jacalyn and the McColgan family. Online guestbook at www.BettsandWestfuneralhome.
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