Rita M. Kerrigan

Rita M. Kerrigan obituary, formerly of South Philadelphia, PA

Rita M. Kerrigan

Rita Kerrigan Obituary

Published by Kish Funeral Home, Inc. - Broomall on Sep. 6, 2017.
KERRIGAN Rita M. (nee Grisafi) age 85, formerly of South Philadelphia, on September 6, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Robert B. Kerrigan and loving mother of Bruce R. Kerrigan (Ellen) of Pelham, NH, and Mildred "Mimi" Kerrigan (Joseph Dodge) of Eddystone, PA. Also survived by her brother Vincent Grisafi of Lansdowne, PA and several nieces and nephews. Rita was predeceased by her sisters Louise and Jennie and brother Joseph. Rita loved taking care of children, her family, cooking, baking and music. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her memorial service on Saturday September 16, 2017 at 11 AM at Kish Funeral Home, 2811 West Chester Pike, Broomall , PA 19008. Funeral Service at 12:30 PM in the Main Chapel. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in her honor may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 399 Market St., Suite 102, Phila. PA 19106.

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September 8, 2017

I unfortunately am unable to attend services. Please know i will always remember "Mom Kerrigan" with love. My thoughts, prayers and love to her family, friends and anyone blessed with having her in their life. Rest with God Mom Kerrigan.

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September 6, 2022

Love always from me planted trees.

September 8, 2017

Judi Louis-Bennett posted to the memorial.

September 6, 2017

Kish Funeral Home, Inc. - Broomall posted an obituary.