Obituary of Michael William Hanrahan
Hanrahan, Michael William
Passed away suddenly, of natural causes, on June 23, 2017 at his home in Smiths Falls, Ontario, at the age of 50. Michael was born on April 6, 1967 in Smiths Falls to his parents Patrick and Huguette Hanrahan. He was the third of four sons and attended Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute, where he played football, tennis, and basketball.
Michael is survived by his parents, Patrick and Huguette Hanrahan, brothers Patrick, John (J.J.) and Matthew, and sisters-in-law Patricia (nee Lewis) and Christina (nee Taylor). He is dearly missed by his nephew Scott, and nieces Caitlin, Erin, and Chloe.
Mike graduated from Ryerson University in Toronto with a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Photographic Arts, and subsequently received his diploma in Professional Accounting from Algonquin College. Mike spent much of his career working in finance; most recently, he was employed as an accountant with Guy Saumure & Sons Construction. Among his pursuits were photography, music and a love of writing; he had several film screenplays registered with the Writers Guild of Canada.
Mike had an amazing wit, a deadpan delivery and the most generous heart. Among the many moments of joy and laughter he generated, friends and family fondly recall Mike's ten-minute impromptu address at a family wedding that brought the entire crowd to tears of laughter. An avid sports fan, he was a fervent supporter of the Dallas Cowboys, Boston Celtics, Ottawa Senators, and Ottawa Rough Riders (now Redblacks).
In accordance with Mike's wishes, no viewing or memorial services are planned. He will be cremated and interred at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery. The family will conduct a private celebration of his life at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (www.heartandstroke.ca/donate). Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca
