Madeline Berrigan

It is with heavy hearts, but very grateful for the long and fruitful life, that we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Madeline Berrigan of Renews, age 93 years and 11 months, on Tuesday, October 16, 2018. She has gone to join our dad, Edward (Ned) Berrigan, who left us in 1996 and her infant daughter, Agatha in 1948. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories her daughters, Molly Stacey (Kevin), Eileen Broderick (Bill), Patricia Brophy (Ed McCarthy, deceased), and Lois Berrigan (Jim Lawlor), on who she heavily relied. Also, a very special niece Barbara Kenny (Hubert), who has been like a daughter to her for a lifetime. Grandchildren and great-grandchildren who have brightened her days: Cheryl Ryan (Clyde, Stephen, Lee and Duggan), Rhonda Kenny (Darrel and Ireland), Rick Kenny (Brad McBride), Jim Kenny (Linda and Marcia), Paula Kenny (Leroy Chidley), Barbara Stacey (Chris Pandya), Deane Whalen (Andrew, and Madelyn Rose), Warren Broderick (Angie, Logan and Zachery), Wanda Healey (Steve, Zoey and Mark), Bill Broderick (Teri, Jack and Leah), Erin Fitzpatrick (Joey and Ella), Gwen Brophy (Tanner), Scott Brophy (Tryphena and Tiber), Danielle Charron (Mark), Keith Lawlor (Bobby McSweeny), Stefan Lawlor (Bridget). She also leaves to mourn many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends – especially Stan Saric, a friend who had a special place in her heart and who never will forget her many acts of kindness to him, Marion Johnson, who has been a constant visitor to her home and always had treats to share on her visits – and to her nephew David Murphy, who’s many visits, friendly chats, songs and stories were cherished by her. A sincere thank you to the doctors and nursing staff of 5SouthB were Mom received the utmost care during her numerous extended visits over the last several years. A very sincere Thank You to Dr. Christopher French who has treated her with such loving care for the past number of years – you have such a special place in our heart. We hope that your woolen socks that she knit with such care lasts for a long time. Also, a big thank you to the Doctor Joe Lockyear, his team and nursing staff of 4SouthB who cared for her so lovingly her last few days. To Doctor Thomas McGarry who has cared for her for more years than we can remember, we say a heartfelt thank you. Also to her very special caregivers, Jeanie Boland and Anita Wilson – Mom thankfully retained her independence until the end, but was blessed to by her two angels while still on earth – we are extremely grateful for all the love and attention that you have shown our mother. Mom was an avid card player and will be missed by her many card buddies, A special thank you to her many friends over the years who went out of their way to make sure that she got to and from her many card games, especially Agnes Fowler. Also to the Aquaforte and In Da Loop where she looked forward to her weekly games. Resting at Fahey’s Funeral Homes, Fermeuse on Wednesday, October 17th and Thursday, October 18th from 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Friday, October 19th from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. Mass of Christian burial at 11:00 am from Holy Apostles Church, Renews. Interment to follow at Holy Apostles Cemetery. To leave a message of condolences please visit www.faheysfuneralhomes.ca. Rest easy now Mom, we love you. Turn out the lights, lock the door – I’m going to bed.