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Paul Carrigan Obituary
Age 68 of Horseheads, NY passed away peacefully at home on Friday February 25, 2011. Paul was born May 10, 1942 in Elmira, NY the son of the late Francis and Ethel Newman Carrigan. He was Vietnam War Veteran serving his country with The U.S. Navy. Paul married his wife, Etta Jane Davis Carrigan, on July 1, 1967 and they would have celebrated their 44th Wedding Anniversary on July 1, 2011. Paul retired from Liberty Labs in Waverly, NY. Paul enjoyed spending time with his family playing cards, watching his grandchildren's sporting events, and was an avid Washington Redskins fan. Paul is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 43 years Etta Jane Davis Carrigan; sons and daughters-in-law: Paul R. & Amanda Carrigan Jr. of Elmira, NY, Jason & Karen Carrigan of Horseheads, NY, and Chris Carrigan of Horseheads, NY; 10 wonderful grandchildren which include Karon, Kameron, Kyle, Jason Jr., Samantha, Erin, Zack, and Cassandra; one great grandchild; sister and brother-in-law Nancy & Sonny Pond of Nichols, NY, brother and sister-in-law: James & Lou Carrigan of Horseheads, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends including a special friend and companion Bandit. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Monday February 28, 2011 from 3-6 PM. Paul's Funeral and Committal Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Paul through memorial donations to The American Cancer Society 1316 College Avenue Elmira, NY 14901 or to an organization of one's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Carrigan
Dawn Cunningham-Adams
March 2, 2011
Mrs.Carrigan, Jason, Chris and Paul, I am very sorry to hear about your loss. May you find peace and comfort in your memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Diana Langstine
March 1, 2011
Mrs. Carrigan, Chris, Paul,and Jason,
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Carrigan. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mrs. Diana Langstine (Mike's mom)
Dick Hewitt
February 28, 2011
Jim, Sorry to hear of your brothers passing. Prayers will be with you and your family
Donna Young Chrisman
February 27, 2011
Uncle Paul, you will be sadly missed and forever in many of our memories. I haven't seen you in many years but have always been in my thoughts and heart with many happy memories of my early years. May you now be blessed with peace and with you take the love that everyone had for you and join our loved ones that have already passed as the angels guide you to their open loving arms.
May God's love give Aunt Jane and the boys the strength to get through this difficult time and keep them all safe.
With love always
Sue Raub
February 27, 2011
Etta - I am sorry to read of the loss of your husband. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
billie sue doan
February 27, 2011
Etta
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Billie Sue Doan
fayth wiggins
February 27, 2011
we lost a great member of our family the world will not be the same without uncle paul in it. he will be missed by all.
jane,paul, jason, and chris no that he loved u so and is surely looking down on us all with his quirky smile
love u fay
Amanda Brown
February 27, 2011
Jim & Lou, I am so sorry for your loss. May you find that the memories and time bring you peace in the days ahead. Know Paul is on a far sweeter journey.
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