George RATIGAN

RATIGAN, GEORGE LEO George Ratigan of Fredericton, NB, formerly of McAdam, NB, passed away at his home on Friday, February 25th, 2005. Born in McAdam, NB, he was the son of the late Thomas and Edna (Murphy) Ratigan and husband of the late Thelma (Parent) Ratigan. George's career was with the Canadian Pacific Railway. George valued his strong Catholic faith. He will be most remembered for his love of family. He was a kind, caring, giving individual who was always there for family and friends; doing whatever needed to be done - cooking, laundry or holding a hand. He was a wonderful father and always had advice for his only daughter, Donna who he enjoyed and loved immensely. She was always his "little girl." Ryan was his only grandchild and the light of his life. Together they shared many happy times. "Papa" will be sadly missed by Ryan. George, quiet and shy by nature, loved and appreciated his son-in-law, Dennis and their times together. George will be sadly missed by his loving daughter, Donna Murphy (Dennis) of Lower Sackville, NS; grandson, Ryan Murphy (Robyn) of Lower Sackville, NS; sister, Mary Turbyne of Waterville, Maine; nephews, John Turbyne (Ann) and their son, Jamie of New Hampshire and Tom Turbyne (Evi) of Denver, Colorado and special friend, Lucille Ferland of Waterville, Maine. He was predeceased by his parents; wife, Thelma and brother, John. Visitation will be held at St. Clement's Roman Catholic Church on Monday, February 28th, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. The funeral mass will take place at St. Clement's Roman Catholic Church on Tuesday, March 1st, 2005 at 11:00 am. Rev. Paul LeBlanc as celebrant. Interment will take place at a later date in the Rockland Cemetery. For those who wish, memorial tributes made to St. Clement's Roman Catholic Church or to a charity of the donor's choice, would be appreciated. McAdam's Select Community Funeral Home, 4589170, has been entrusted with arrangements. www.mcadamsfh.com