Michael Ragan

He was born in Jersey City, NJ on January 4,1930 to the late John and Mary Ragan. He later moved to Newark and then to Union 44 years ago.

Michael served his country proudly in the United States Marines during the Korean War and was proud of the time he served. Semper fi.

Michael worked as a firefighter for 35 years at the Newark Fire Department and was also a Tool & Die maker for most of his time as a firefighter. He was a hard-working and committed family man.

In his spare time, he loved watching sports & westerns, carpentry, the Jersey Shore, visiting Atlantic City and scratch off lottery tickets. He had an infectious laugh that could cause others to laugh just by hearing him.

He was predeceased by his parents John and Mary Ragan, brothers John and Jack, as well as sisters Mary and Anne.

Michael leaves behind his loving wife of 68 years Jean, a daughter Cheryl and son in law Greg of Bethlehem, PA, a son Michael and daughter in law Tammy of St. Petersburg, FL., a sister-in-law Maryann Ragan of Toms River, NJ, his beloved grandchildren Veronica, Shelby, and Blaise, great grandchildren Charles and Ruby, as well as several nieces, nephews, and friends. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit the McCracken Funeral Home 1500 Morris Ave, Union, NJ 07083 on Sunday, December 18,2022 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. A mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Stanislaus Bishop & Martyr Roman Catholic Church, 146 Irvine Turner Blvd, Newark, NJ 07103 on December 19,2022 at 11:30 AM followed by interment in Holy Cross, 340 Ridge Rd, North Arlington, NJ 07031.

No flowers will be accepted. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Michael's name to either the New Jersey Firemen’s Home, Boonton, NJ or Seton Hall Preparatory School, West Orange, NJ.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.McCrackenFuneralHome.com for the Ragan family.