John Patrick Colligan

On September 18, 2014 the world lost a great storyteller, and an even better man. He lived a good, yet short life- full of love, laughter and beyond all, strength. He was a hero to his daughters, a romantic lead to his wife, a mentor to his brother, and the guy everyone loved to his nieces, nephews, and friends. He was a true Irishman, down to his love of Notre Dame football, and Jameson whiskey. He was in charge of a city’s police force, yet never seemed to win an argument in a household full of women. He was clumsy with his movements, yet graceful with his love, and compassion. He was loyal beyond measure, and always gave the best advice. To know him was to love him, and there will be a void left without him. According to his children, John Colligan is the best man they have ever known, and are so grateful they got to call him Dad.

John is survived by his wife; Pat Colligan, Daughters; Amy, Maggie and Katie Colligan, brother; Dennis (Joann) Colligan, sister in law; Karen Hutslar, Brother in law; Bob (Patti) Hutslar, Nieces; Megan Colligan, Jennifer Hutslar, Shannon (Will) Hilliker, Nephews; Dan (Molly) Colligan, Dan (Stephanie) Hutslar, Great nieces; Lillian Colligan and Jooleeana Hutslar, Great Nephews; Liam Hilliker, Patrick Hilliker, Desmond Colligan and Isaac Hutslar.

Visitation will be Monday, September 22, 2014 1-8pm at Harry J. Will Wayne Chapel. (34567 Michigan Ave.,Wayne) A funeral Mass will be held, Tuesday, September 23, 2014 at 10am in St. Mary Catholic Church Wayne, instate at 9am.

Donations can be made to the Champions of Wayne at Wayne Memorial.