Gerald Francis Corrigan Jr.

Gerald Francis Corrigan Jr., “Gerry”, age 81 of Collegeville, died from cancer on Thursday June 3, 2021 with family by his side in St. Joseph’s Manor in Meadowbrook, PA. Gerry was born on November 29, 1939 in Attleboro, MA, son of the late Gerald F. Sr. and Irene (Gingras) Corrigan. He was the beloved husband of the late Muriel Clark for 54 years. Gerry was a graduate of St. Raphael Academy in Pawtucket, RI and went on to earn his BS in Economics from Villanova University, where he completed ROTC Officer Training. He served his country honorably in the United States Marine Corps as a Lieutenant, and was a proud Veteran. Following his Honorable Discharge, Gerry began his long career in sales for Penco Products in Oaks, PA. Although his sales job often took him on the road Gerry was a devoted husband and an involved Father who enjoyed his role as Webelos Den Parent, softball and flag football coach, and leader for the neighborhood Christmas carolers. Gerry loved combing the beach for shells, cheering on Phila sports teams, celebrating holidays, vacationing with family, and spending time with friends old and new. Gerry’s Roman Catholic faith was very important to him, and he served the Church as a Religious Education instructor and Eucharistic Minister. In his retirement, Gerry was blessed to share his faith with others through Alpha and Prison Ministry programs. As a member of The Ancient Order of Hibernians Notre Dame Div. 1, Gerry made many friends and found deep connection to his Irish roots. It was a great honor for him to be selected as Grand Marshall for the 2003 Norristown St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Gerry learned to play the bagpipes and helped to establish the Irish Thunder Pipes and Drums Band. Gerry played the pipes for weddings and funerals, marched in parades, and traveled to Ireland to compete with the band. Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis denied Gerry the opportunity to continue with the band, but he never lost his love for the pipes. With Muriel, the love of his life, Gerry moved from the home where they raised their children in Audubon, PA to a home they built in Traditions at Skippack in 2002. Their lives at TAS were vibrant, fun-filled, and enriched by amazing, lifelong friendships. Gerry and Muriel are surely reunited with some of these special people, and have left many others to continue enjoying the retired life at TAS. Gerry was a friend to all who met him, and while there are too many to name, he loved each and every one very much. Gerry will be missed for his indomitable spirit, ever-present sense of humor and hearty laugh. He was strong and positive, cheerful, and grateful to the very end. He is survived by: a daughter Jennifer Hollister (Bob) of Lancaster; 2 sons, Jerry Corrigan (Jessica) of Malvern, Michael Corrigan (Kristin) of Jenkintown; 7 grandchildren, (Cari, Beatrice) (Katherine, Michael Patrick, Megan) (Annie, Michael Jr.); a sister, Eleanor (Corrigan) Crowell; many nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends. Gerry was preceded in death by his beloved wife Muriel (Clark) and daughter-in-law Debbie (MacFarland) Corrigan, wife of Michael. Relatives and friends may pay respects on Monday morning, June 14 from 10-11:20 AM at St. Eleanor RC Church, 647 Locust St., Collegeville, PA 19426. Mass will commence in the church at 11:30 AM. Internment will be private at Calvary Cemetery in West Conshohocken. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St Patrick’s Missionary Society at https://www.spms.org/ or (773) 887-4741. Professional arrangements are by the William A. Moore Funeral Home, 708 Fayette St., Conshohocken, PA 19428. Live Stream Link: http://joyfulfilms.com/portfolio/funeral-mass-of-gerald-gerry-f-corrigan-jr/

Gerald Francis Corrigan Jr.

November 29, 1939 - June 3, 2021

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November 29, 1939 - June 3, 2021

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