Obituary of William Joseph McElligott
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William Joseph McElligott passed away peacefully in his beloved New Hampshire retreat on January 29, 2017. He was born on October 10, 1945 in Brooklyn, New York to the late Joseph McElligott and Dorothy Obici McElligott. He attended Blair Academy, Hamilton College, and Suffolk Law School. He had a successful law practice with his son, William McElligott, where he sought justice for the underserved. An avid traveler, outdoor enthusiast, and Boston sports fan, he also enjoyed writing and authored several novels and poems.
His zest for life and ready smile will forever be cherished in the lives of his wife Annette and his children: William, Sean, Meghan, Robert, and Kaitlyn. He was a devoted brother to the late Janice McElligott and a much loved "Papa TT" to his three grandchildren: Charlie, Henry, and Theo. Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, February 4 at the Shepherd Funeral Home in Pembroke, MA from 4-7:30pm followed by a prayer service.