Oct. 25, 1945 – Sept. 11, 2021
Mike Berrigan died Sept. 11, 2021, after a long battle with cancer and renal disease. Graveside services were Saturday, Sept. 25, at the Neodesha Cemetery.
Mike was born in Knoxville, Tenn., Oct. 25, 1945, to Louis and Goldia Berrigan. He was the youngest of four children. He had two older sisters, Marjorie and Caroline, and an older brother, Louis. Michael grew up in Neodesha, where he was an avid athlete.
He left Neodesha to pursue a career in dentistry, obtaining his DDS from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. After a period in Kansas, his family moved to Texas before settling for his remaining years in Colorado.
Some of Mike’s fondest memories were of playing sports with his sons and traveling. His favorite travel destinations were Switzerland, Italy, and discovering family relics in Ireland. He was an avid learner and loved good poetry. He also loved riding his motorcycle into Boulder and finding a patio from which to enjoy the sunset. Michael fought his ailments until the very end of his life before peacefully passing in his sleep.
Michael is survived by his sons Patrick and Kelly, and grandchildren Griffin and Danielle.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the National Kidney Foundation. Online condolences can be left to the family at loranfawcettfuneralhome.com.
