Charles J. O'Hagan Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Charles J. O’Hagan of New Haven passed away peacefully on July 27, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Born Jan. 14, 1934, in Draperstown, Co. Derry, N. Ireland to the late James and Margaret Walsh O’Hagan, he emigrated to Canada in 1954 before settling in New Haven, CT in 1956. He is survived by his daughters MaryJane (Paul) Tremblay of Hamden, Margaret (Joseph) O’Hagan-Lynch of Wallingford, Patricia (Grellan) O’Hagan Kelly of Weymouth, MA; his cherished grandchildren, Meagan (Matt) Tremblay Dameron, Christopher Tremblay, Liz O’Hagan, Theresa and James Lynch, Patrick and Shauna Kelly; his sister-in-law Jean McNally and brother-in-law Harold Renaud of Ontario Canada; many nieces, nephews, and cousins across the globe and an infinite number of treasured friends. He was pre-deceased by his beloved wife Theresa, his son James and his sister Mary McGlade of Draperstown. Charlie, known to many of his neighbors as “Mr. Charlie,” was always willing to lend a helping hand. As a master carpenter and retired member of the Carpenter’s Union, Local 24, he could often be found utilizing his skills volunteering at the Ronald McDonald House, CT Hospice, Sacred Heart Academy, Saint Brendan Church where he was a long-time parishioner, and many other charitable organizations. He designed and built sets for the New Haven Gaelic Players that rivaled those of Broadway. He was an active member of the Irish American Community Center having served as past President and Building Engineer. He was instrumental in starting the New Haven Irish Feis and has the distinction of being its Master of Ceremony since its inception in 1966. He was a founding member of the New Haven chapter of Irish Northern Aid. His relentless work as part of the Irish Immigration Reform Movement culminated in the passage of what is commonly known as the Morrison Visas. For these and countless other contributions, he was honored as Irish Man of the Year. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning, Aug. 12 at 11:00 in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Hamden. Burial will follow in All Saints Cemetery. Calling hours at Sisk Brothers Funeral Home, 3105 Whitney Ave., Hamden will be Thursday, Aug. 11 from 4:00-8:00pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Irish American Community Center, 9 Venice Place, East Haven, CT 06512. www.siskbrothers.com

Charles J. O'Hagan

January 14, 1934 - July 27, 2022