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Thomas Kelly Carrigan
02/27/1953 — 11/08/2004
From West, Richland, WA, US | Born in Richland, Washington
Thomas Kelly Carrigan
EINANS FUNERAL HOME
Thomas Kelly Carrigan, born February 27, 1953 passed away on November 8th, 2004.
Kelly loved the outdoors and was an excellent hunter and fisherman. He would have easily qualified as a Ted Nugent disciple because he could have survived with only what he was able to hunt, catch or gather from the good and wonderful mother earth. He often talked about how he and his best friend Lance were one of the first to fish the Reach when it opened. The pictures of the sturgeon they caught would rival any collection. With a welding rod in his hand, Kelly was equally adept at running a bead or turning scrap metal into a beautiful work of art. Both were stunning to look at and admire. Kelly had a very vivid imagination and handled a paint brush in such a was that his creations seemed to come alive. One of his proudest accomplishments was being a published poet. Kelly truly was a creative genius. One of Kellys favorite pastimes was gathering up his mother and going to watch his nieces and nephews play all the different sports they were involved in. When mom wasnt up to it, he would go by himself and then keep her up past her bedtime telling her about the event and every little detail about her grandchilds participation. Kelly will never again have to ask mom if shes up to it when it comes time to watch the kids play. In heaven everyone is up to it and now they can bring dad along for the fun. Kelly, it was a wild and exciting ride with never a dull moment. We love you and we miss you. We do take great comfort in knowing that youre at peace. This is not good-bye its just until. With great love and affection, your family. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Sara Carrigan of West Richland, WA and his hunting and fishing friend Lance Chism. He is survived by his daughter Lisa Smith of Sumner, WA and his granddaughter Morgan. He also leaves behind his sister Brenda Reisch, his brothers Steve, Ross and Tracy, and many nieces, nephews and in-laws.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday November 14, 2004 at 1 PM at Einans Funeral Home in Richland, WA.
Family and Loved Ones of Tom Carrigan:
My deepest condolences for all of you that loved and laughed with Tom throughout his colorful and exciting life. I was just a young girl when I first met Tom. He and my ex-husband, Lance Chism were best of friends with a tremendous bond of brotherhood. The memories that I have of going hunting, fishing, stacking hay, unstacking hay, and just sitting around and talking about life will never be forgotten. And yes, the pictures that I have that include Tom, tell stories of love, life, and happiness when the two of them shared as friends. I will always remember Tom’s kind heart towards me and my children in some of my hardest times. I wish all of you peace and comfort in knowing that Tom will be looking down in a much better place than here. These thoughts are those combined from myself and my children Kyle Chism and Jessie Chism. May you all find comfort in each other during this time.
Lori D’Amato
Ross, Amy and family:
We would like to express our sincere sympathy with the loss of your mother and brother. Family is sacred, along with faith.
Debbie and Zach
Accent Signs 2004
My deepest condolences for all of his family
I will forever have fond memories of the time Kelly and I spent together growing up. I lament the fact that we lost contact with each other as we developed into adults. My prayers will be with the family in this most difficult time.
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Thomas Kelly Carrigan