Search by Name

Search by Name

Eileen Corrigan Obituary

Eileen Corrigan Troy - Eileen Corrigan, 86, of Troy died August 24, 2012. Born in Troy, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Mary Allen and the wife of 66 years of Carl Corrigan. She was a graduate of C.C.H.S., class of 1944 and was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Eileen was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church, belonged to their Altar-Rosary Society and was a member of the Eastside Senior Citizens. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her son, Allen (Kathy) Corrigan; her four daughters, Kathryn Lyons, Christine (Wayne) Glogowski, Nancy (Brad) Shaw, and Susan (Steven) Ullmann; nine grandchildren, Michelle Corrigan, Otis (Amanda), Robin, and Kellen Lyons, Jennifer (Chris) Wojcik, Jamie and Justin Glogowski, and Steven and Brian Ullmann; six great grandchildren, Karissa, Peyton, Riley and Milana Wojcik, and Malakai and Cedar Peterson; a sister, Shirley Bomba; and several nieces and nephews. Eileen was predeceased by a brother, Joseph Allen and a sister, Dorothy Ann Ryan. The funeral will be on Tuesday at 9:30 am from the Daniel D. Purcell Funeral Home, 510 Pawling Ave. at Parkview Court, Troy and at 10:30 am at Sacred Heart Church, Troy where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Troy. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home Monday from 4:00 until 8:00 pm. Donations in Eileen's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Record from Aug. 25 to Aug. 27, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Eileen Corrigan

Not sure what to say?





Joe Allen

September 3, 2012

We're so sorry to hear about Aunt Eileen. My family has many memories of visits with Eileen and Carl. My father (Eileen's brother) was especially fond of her.

Linda Argay

September 1, 2012

Dear Chris, So sorry to read about your Mom. We're out of town. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Patrick and Jeanne Lance and family

August 30, 2012

Sue and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your faith, your family and your friends. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

August 29, 2012

Al,
Sorry to hear about your mom. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Harry and Stephanie Phillips

Eileen and Carl at Dave Murray's wedding 1970

Fred Doring

August 29, 2012

Julie Hourigan

August 28, 2012

Sue,Steve,Brian & SJ,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom and Grandmother. I hope all the great memories put a smile in your heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Julie Hourigan

August 28, 2012

Sue,Steve,Brian and SJ,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom and Grandmother. I hope all the great memories put a smile in your heart. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Jennie Allen

August 27, 2012

Dear Uncle Carl, Allen, Kathy, Chris, Nancy, and Susie,

My Dad loved his sister very dearly, and we all felt the same. She was a sweet one and always welcomed my family with open arms. My thoughts are with you all.

With love and heartfelt condolences,
Jennie Allen

Tony Billingham

August 27, 2012

Al, Kathy and Corrigan family,
Sorry to hear about you mom.

Mary Allen

August 27, 2012

Sad to hear the news of Aunt Eileen's passing and sending my love to everyone. I have so many fond memories of her visits with Uncle Carl...and her lovely spirit.

Cindy Hoffman

August 27, 2012

Chris so sorry for your loss.

Jim Snay

August 27, 2012

Al very sad to read about your Mom

Marie Beehm

August 27, 2012

Chris and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. George and Marie Beehm

Herman Simon

August 27, 2012

Nancy, my condolences to you and your family at this sad and challenging time.

Paul Murray

August 26, 2012

Al, sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was always so nice to me, and generous to all the Murray's, with kindness and good humor. Best to your Dad and sisters. Prayers for all.

August 26, 2012

Carl,Allen,Kathy,Chris,Nancy&Suzi

So sorry to read about your Mom,s passing. She was a extremely good lady.
We are unable to attend her services as we are out of town. Please accept our sincere condolences.

David&Debbie Murrayy

Fred Doring

August 26, 2012

I feel profound sadness at hearing of Eileen's passing.I have many fond memories of growing up next door. Eileen was a loving and gracious lady. I am particularly grateful for the support Eileen and Carl gave my parents before their passing. May god love her and keep her and give her peace. Condolences to you Carl and your family

Laura Schilling

August 26, 2012

Sue, Steve, SJ and Brian
So sorry to hear of your loss. Your mom sounded like a wonderful women. Take comfort in your memories, let them soften the edges. They are what help guide us during a time of sadness.

((HUGS)) to all.

Sherry Russell

August 26, 2012

Sue, Steve, SJ and Brian,
We are so very sorry for your loss. You all now have a special guardian angel to watch over each of you. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Brian and Sherry Russell

Coleen Uhmann

August 26, 2012

Chris and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. She is resting in peace now.
Coleen Uhmann & Family

August 26, 2012

Dear Carl, Kathy, Chris, Nancy, Suzi, & Allen,

It is with a heavy heart that I write this note. My heat is with you in this time of sorrow and your great loss. Eileen was one special person and I will never forget her.

I know there are no words that really help to ease this loss, just know I hold each one of you very close in my thougths and prayers.

Love,
Aunt Rita

Eileen will

Karen Kelly

August 26, 2012

Dear Suzi and family,
I am so sad to hear of your mom's passing. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Hope to see you soon. I love you. KAEK

The Perniciaro Family

August 26, 2012

Chris & Family, we are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Debbie Mohl

August 26, 2012

What a nice Lady God has received, Our thoughts and prayers to Eileen's Family who love her dearly
Stephen & Debbie Mohl & Family

garry plante

August 26, 2012

The Corrigan Family...I'm very sorry for the loss of your mom. She will be missed.

August 26, 2012

Chris and family,
My sincere sympathy to you all. She certainly was a wonderful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother to all.
Marge Wojcik
Raleigh, NC

Jim and Carole Geary

August 26, 2012

Carl and Family

We were very saddened to hear of Eileen's passing. You were both such great neighbors and friends. We will remember Eileen in our prayers.

Bob Eberle

August 26, 2012

Chris and Wayne,
Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your Mom. Our prayers are with you both and your entire family.

Showing 1 - 28 of 28 results

Make a Donation
in Eileen Corrigan's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

Memorial Events
for Eileen Corrigan

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Eileen's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Eileen Corrigan's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more