James Michael Harrigan, Jr.

James Michael ”Mike” Harrigan Jr. passed after a brief hospitalization at the age of 86 yrs. He is survived by wife Sophie Harrigan, his daughters Sophie Reed (Dave), Tamera Campbell, grandchildren Calvin Reed, Craig Alan Campbell (Taylor), Christian Campbell (Rachel), Sophia (SK) Reed, Athena Campbell & Alexis Campbell, great grandchildren Max Reed & Colton Campbell and sister Kathy Holden and many nieces and nephews.

Born in Washington D.C., on May 6, 1935 to James M Harrigan Sr. & Nancy Downs. He was the oldest of 5 children and preceded in death by his siblings Johnny, Patricia Sczuka and Sharon Frazier. Mike served his country by joining the Army. Once he left the military, he had a distinguished career with the District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department, during which he participated in the first undercover Sting Operations. After 20 years of service he retired as a Detective Sergeant in 1977. Over the years, Mike also worked the family farm in Sunderland, MD. After retirement he had several different ventures, including starting his own construction company, Harrigan Construction.

Everyone that was lucky enough to know Mike, knew that he had a wonderful sense of humor. He constantly kept everyone wondering what he would do next. One of his favorite tricks was eating fire and lighting firecrackers in a pot. Mike had a green thumb and loved to garden and tend to his plants, especially his banana trees!

Mike was very creative and was always tinkering. He loved fixing cars, repairing furniture, and sculpting. He had a passion for music, singing, and loved to play the piano. He lived an amazing life, was loved by many, and will be missed.