Rudolph Michael Halagan

Rudolph Michael Halagan, 96, passed away May 2, 2018. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rita and son, James. Survivors include his children; Thomas, Laurine (Gerry), Mary Beth, Mark, David (Shari), Paul (Julie), 13 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Francis (Marian), of North Ridgeville, Ohio. He also leaves his loyal companion dog, Sheba II. Rudy was a veteran who proudly served our country during World War II, 13th Air Force, 307 BG 424 BS Long Rangers, as a tail gunner on the B24 Liberator. He was an honorary member (69 years) of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and retired as a building inspector for Western Savings and Loan. Catholic Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Church, 4715 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ, at 10:00 AM on May 18, 2018. Burial services will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society. Condolences may be expressed at www.whitneymurphyfh.com