Obituary of Michael G. Halligan

Michael Gerry Halligan, age 66, of Livonia, New York, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on December 11, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, Bill Halligan and Patricia Milliman Morton and stepmother Helen Halligan. Mike is survived by his wife, Linda Halligan of Livonia; daughter, Bailey E. Halligan (Casey Brundage); stepson, Michael J. (Susan Robbins) Bacci; stepdaughter, Alisha M. (Rob) Donald. Step grandchildren, Sam, Sarah, Brody and Brynn. His brothers, Jack (Christine) Halligan, Mark Halligan, Tom (Julie) Halligan and Paul Morton; sisters, Nancy Halligan (Jeff Cummings), Susan (Scott) Guyon; uncle and aunt, Linc and Pricilla Milliman. Several cousins, neices, a nephew and many friends. Mike was born on June 25, 1958 in Dansville, NY to William H. Halligan and Patricia J. Milliman Morton. He attended Honeoye Falls Central School District; graduating in 1976. During high school, Mike participated in many of the Honeoye Falls - Lima School musicals both as a member of the orchestra and on stage. Mike worked as a Courier for Honeoye Falls CSD for 24 years, and then was a Delivery Driver for The Delivery Company until he retired. Mike enjoyed singing and playing his bass and mandolin in many bands over the years, and was an avid golfer. He was never at a loss for jokes to tell, easily making friends wherever he went. In his younger years, he enjoyed coaching little league baseball in Honeoye Falls; and helped run the Hemlock Fair talent show for many years. After his retirement, he began doing woodworking with his wife, Linda, selling at various craft shows across Livingston County. Calling hours will be held at Merton H. Kays Funeral Home, 59 Monroe St. in Honeoye Falls on January 4, 2025 from 1 pm – 4 pm. A celebration of life will be held at a future date. Memorial donations may be made to Wilmot Cancer Institute Development Office, 300 E. River Road, P.O. Box 278996, Rochester, NY 14627. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Wilmot Cancer Center for all the wonderful care and compassion they have given to Mike and Linda during his long illness.