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Julia Hannigan Obituary

Julia "Judy" Hannigan (nee Bjerkness), age 80, a longtime Hobart resident passed away Thursday, August 26, 2021. She was born on October 18, 1940, in Gary, Indiana to the late Clarence and Ellen Bjerkness. Judy graduated from Hobart High School, Class of 1959. She worked as a Manager at the Hobart License Bureau and as an Office Manager at Boyd Construction. She is survived by her husband, Mike Hannigan of Hobart, IN; three daughters, Julie Feikes of Hobart, IN; Dana Hannigan of Florence, KY; Kathi Hannigan of Hobart, IN; five sisters, Gail Dayhoff of Portage, IN; Lynne Lonigro of Knox, IN; Carole Freeman of Greenville, KY; Barb (Bill) Reed of Knox, IN; Penny (Leroy) Vick of KY; grandchildren, Therese Overturf, Taylor Stevens, Jordan Rongstad, Andrew Feikes, Aaron Feikes, Rylee Hannigan, Kodee Meadows, future granddaughter-Megan Dalton, great-grandchildren, Brennan Overturf, Kane Boswell, Piper Cottrell, Finley Overturf, Breanna Swaner. She was preceded in death by her sister, Georgia Nedderman, "mom and dad", Julie and Everett Andrews, and "sister", Audrey Busching. Memorial donations in Judy's honor may be made to the Maria Reiner Center, 705 East 4th Street, Hobart, IN 46342. Funeral services are Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at 10 a.m. at Rees Funeral Home, 600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart with her daughter, Julie Feikes officiating. Burial will follow at Graceland Cemetery, Valparaiso. Visitation is Tuesday, August 31, 2021 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel. (219) 942-2109 or online at www.Reesfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Aug. 29, 2021.

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Joan Horn

September 10, 2021

So sorry to see this. My husband Chuck Horn (who pasted away last Sept.) and Judy had worked together in the past. I loved how Judy was always one step ahead of Chuck's shenanigans and sense of humor and she was fun to be around. My condolences and love to you and your extended family and friends.

Bruce Johnson

August 31, 2021

Julie and family, it has been a great pleasure knowing Judy for so many years at so many special occasions. May you be filled with God's comfort and strength and a lifetime of wonderful memories.

Andrew and Alice Tallackson

August 31, 2021

Judy we were so blessed to have you in our lives. We will miss you

Susan Dobbs

August 31, 2021

Dear sweet Mom Hannigan,
Thank you for the love and encouragement you poured into a young college girl at a time she had little self-esteem. You were Julie's and my biggest cheerleader. I have never known anyone with a more generous servant's heart than you. You were one of the most giving, loving people and I am blessed to have known you. You have left a hole in many hearts but your loving legacy will live on in your daughters and all who were blessed to know and love you. I see so much of you in Julie - the generosity, the kindness, the sassiness...and a bit of stubborness too. :-)
I rejoice that you are no longer in pain and that you are whole and filled with joy and love in heaven. To the rest of the family, my deepest prayers are with you now and as you navigate life without this itty bitty powerhouse of a woman.
With much love
Susan Dobbs (Julie's college roommate)

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Gene & AJ Coleman

August 30, 2021

We met Judy through the MRC in Hobart years ago. She always had something nice to share. We had a lot of fun with her, especially at the MRC Mystery Dinner held at the apple orchard barn when she was one of the judges. Sweet memories! We send condolences to her family and loved ones. Rest in peace, Judy.

Janine Crabb

August 30, 2021

Sending condolences to the Hannigan family. I am so sorry for your loss Julie.

Tom & Barb Stokes

August 29, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person. Condolence to Mike and the family. We will love you, miss you always and will cherish our many fun memories with you at the MRC.

August 29, 2021

I knew Judy as a wonderful, fun-filled person. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. May God be with you and fill your heart with happy memories.
Dorothy Sapper

Jim Jaracz

August 28, 2021

Mike, I’m so sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in my prayers. Peace to you all, Jim Jaracz

Ben & Sis Williams

August 27, 2021

To the Hannigan Family. We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers Ben & Sis Williams

Daniel Harkins

August 27, 2021

Mike and family, my condolences. I have always thought of you all as family. She will be missed. Love Daniel Harkins

Lisa, Brody and Jasper Goins

August 27, 2021

With deepest sympathy and love, she was a rock to so many, those memories will last forever.

Annette Bodo

August 26, 2021

Oh Dana i am so sorry :(. Your mom was awesome and ive so many great memories of her & dad too! God rest Her soul

Sue Budzielek

August 26, 2021

Judy is the best friend that anyone could ever have and I am blessed to have had her in my life. She had what I call a "LISTENING HEART" She never judged--just listened and accepted you just because you were you. I love you Judy and miss you so much---but now your life's journey on this earth is over and you will have eternal happiness--which you so deserve..

Sue Budzielek

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