Raymond Carrigan

Raymond H. Carrigan, age 50 of Mancelona passed away on November 1, 2017 at his home.

Ray was born on March 31, 1967 in Detroit to the late Herbert and Kay (Hetfield) Carrigan.

Ray loved listening to music with many radio stations on speed dial so that he could listen to his favorite songs. He enjoyed spending time outdoors especially in the sunshine of the summer months and sitting around many bonfires. He was known for his use of the word “gooder.” He would teach all of the children in his life that this was a real word. He loved watching football especially Detroit Lions, Ohio State and Michigan.

Ray is survived by his fiancé, Patricia Fuller, children, Desirae Carrigan, Paige Carrigan, stepdaughter, Alisa Schulz, stepson, Scott (Brandi) McGuff, sisters, Cindy (Jimmy) Roberts, Delores Alexander, brothers, Rocky (Brandi) Carrigan, Tim Fuller, in-laws, Elaine and Elmer Fuller, 9 cherished grandchildren along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends. He will be greatly missed by his family as he was a true family man who always helped in any way that he could. He will also be missed by his friends that became a part of his family.

Ray was preceded in death by his parents, siblings, Todd, Jean, Betty, Carol and brother-in-law, Jim.

Memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, November 13, 2017 at the Mancelona Free Methodist Church in Mancelona. Memorial contributions may be directed to Ray's family. Arrangements are being handled by the Mancelona Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.