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Michael Callaghan Obituary
Norfolk - Michael J. Callaghan, 59, lost his battle with cancer on Saturday, July 5th, 2014.
Born in the District of Columbia, he was the son of the late William V. and Ellen P. Callaghan.
Survivors include his two daughters, Casi and Jessica Callaghan of Chesapeake. Two sisters, Patty Callaghan and Kitty Callaghan Brown (Danny) of Virginia Beach, one brother, Dr. William Callaghan (Beth) of Augusta, Georgia.
A memorial service will be held at St. Mark's Catholic Church today at 6:30 p.m.
We would like to give a special thanks to The Hospice House on Sentara Way. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Norfolk SPCA.
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Joe Austin
July 10, 2014
The Austin family sends our love to the entire Callaghan family.We had good times when we lived in Poplar Halls. Mike is with GOD & free.So we all will meet GOD as Mike has & I thank Kitty and everyone who helped Mike. GOD loves you & so do I :)
Steven Brown
July 9, 2014
Tom told me about Mike since we're in Richmond. Just have fond memories of all the Callaghan's. Sorry to hear about Mike's passing. Love all you guys.
Marilyn Holley
July 8, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss Kitty.
Diane Johnson
July 8, 2014
Thinking of all the family Kitty and wish the McLaverty family could be there...know you are all in our thoughts and prayers...
mary Nugent Bassett
July 8, 2014
He has slipped past the pain of this world and is in the glory of the next. God grant your family the peace of knowing that. Blessings to you all.
Mindy Cahill
July 8, 2014
Kitty, I'm so sorry for your loss. Please extend our sympathies to your family.
The Cahill Family
anna callaghan
July 8, 2014
Sorry for the loss. He's in a better place now.
Nancy Kelly Cote
July 8, 2014
So sorry to hear of Mikes passing but know he is in a better place. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Debbie Watson - Stagner
July 8, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow
suzanne manzi
July 8, 2014
Patty, I am thinking of you today. please let me know if you need a quiet place. call me anytime.suzy
Cat
July 8, 2014
So sorry for your loss.
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