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Eugene Lee Carrigan was born on April 1, 1942, in Wauneta, Nebraska. Gene (as he was known) resided in Northglenn, Colorado and passed away November 20th, 2020, at the age of 78, after an extended illness. Gene was raised by his father, Alme Eugene Carrigan and grandmother Vida, after his mother, Vera, passed away in 1948. In May of 1956, when Gene was fourteen, he and his sister Connie welcomed their step-mother, Inez Rose Carrigan, and their step-brother, Edwin F. Rose, into the family. He grew up and attended school in Wauneta graduating from Wauneta High School and furthered his education at McCook Community College. Gene married Cathy Pursley on September 8th, 1962, and they divorced in 1972, but remained lifelong friends. Gene was a good man with a good heart. He worked for the White Store, the Jim Walter Corporation, and the Colorado Garage Door Company for many years. Gene was very active in his community volunteering with the Westminster Police Department, and was chairman of his HOA Board for many years. He also progressed to Third Degree Master Mason and he was very proud when his sons became Masons. Gene also enjoyed hiking and camping in the beautiful Colorado Mountains. Gene is survived by his sons: Mark (Sherrie) of Lamar, CO and Doug (Cathy) of Brighton, CO. Grandchildren: Lauren (Matt) of Thornton, CO, Seah of Greeley, CO, Brittany (Vinny) of Lamar, CO, Matthew of Broomfield, CO. Robin (Shane) of Arvada, CO, Great-Grandchildren: Logan, Colton, Carsten, Gracelyn, Sophie, and Dakota. Sister Connie (Gary) of Salem, OR, nieces: Tami (Allen) of Salem, OR, and Shawna (Jim) of Tigard, OR: Numerous or relatives Graveside inurnment services will be held Friday morning, June 25, 2021, 11:00 A.M. (MT) at the Riverside Cemetery, Wauneta, Nebraska, with Johnny Walker officiating, As per Gene’s wishes cremation was chosen with no visitation. Memorials have been suggested to the local hospice or the organization of the Donor’s choice. On line condolences maybe left at Liewer Funeral Home.Com LIEWER FUNERAL HOME OF WAUNETA ENTRUSTED WITH ARRANGEMENTS

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Eugene L Carrigan

April 1, 1942 - November 20, 2020