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Wayne L. Harrigan

Wayne L. Harrigan

Wayne L. Harrigan, age 86 of Eau Galle, died Monday, March 17, 2014 at the Plum City Care Center in Plum City with his wife, Marie by his side.

Wayne was born on March 8, 1928 in Eau Galle on the Harrigan home farm. He was the son of Coyd and Gunda (Ringenn) Harrigan. Wayne grew up in the Eau Galle area, he attended school in Eau Galle, Durand and graduated from Manteno High School in Manteno, IL. He worked at his uncle’s funeral home in Manteno for several years. Wayne then worked at an aluminum factory in Manitowoc. Wayne married Delores Radle in 1950 and she later passed away. Wayne worked for the Eau Galle Cheese factory for 17 years before taking over the family farm in 1967. Wayne married Marie Ableidinger on October 21, 1967 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Lima. Together Wayne and Marie farmed in Eau Galle until selling his farm in 2000.

Wayne loved animals, especially his dogs and Guernsey Cows. He also liked to play cards and dance. Wayne was a member of St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Eau Galle and was an usher at many funerals. He was a member of the Eau Galle Sportsmen Club and the Knights of Columbus in Eau Galle. Most of all Wayne loved to spend time with family and friends.

Wayne is survived by his wife of 46 years; Marie, three sisters; Zinnia (Louis) Lato of Forks, WA, Janet (Jim) Wolf of Eau Claire and Sharon Prissel, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife; Delores and one brother; Kenneth Harrigan.

Memorial Services will be 11:00 AM Saturday, March 22, 2014 at St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Eau Galle. Rev. Jerry Hoeser will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery at a later date. Friends may call from 10:00 AM until the time of services at the church on Saturday.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.

Condolences

  1. John & Shirley Smith

    Our deepest sympathy at this time of sorrow

  2. Kathy Brunner and Marion

    So sorry to hear of Wayne's passing. I will always remember when he would come to the Durand Café. He was always a bright spot in the day. A fun-loving person but always so respectful. May you find peace in the memories you have and know what a kind person he was to others.

  3. Berdena Weber

    Sorry to hear of Waynes death as it has been a few years since I last saw you two. I don't know where to send a card so am doing it this way. Would love to see you and Zinnia. My daughter may come down from the cities on Saturday so may not be able to attend. She wanted to come last Saturday and I had a funeral then to attend.

  4. Dick Bates

    Family of Wayne:
    So sorry to hear of your loss. Wayne always had a smile and a kind word. He will be missed.

    Dick

  5. Audrey & Brad Lato and family

    A great uncle who will be missed very much...all our love Marie......so many memories..wish we could attend service but will be there in your heart...

  6. Delrita McRoberts Bignell

    So sorry to hear of Wayne's passing. I really enjoyed when they came into the Durand Café, and would visited with my Dad and I. Never forgot his blueberry pie with brown gravy. Many memories, great people.........God Bless the family, may they find peace knowing such a wonderful man until they meet him again.

  7. Tom & Gen Harrigan Jonely

    Wish we could be there for Wayne's funeral. Sending our love to Marie, Janet, Zinnia, Sharon and all of Kenny's family. I will always treasure the great stories. With Love to all!

  8. Paula

    So sorry to hear about Wayne he was very nice person he always greeted you with a smile

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