Service Information
Lynette K. Carrigan, age 74, of Biscay, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at her home in Biscay.
Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, July 18, 2026, 12:00 P.M. until 4:00 P.M., at Oak Leaf Park, Shelter #2, in Glencoe, Minnesota.
Arrangements are with Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson.
Obituary
Lynette Kay Carrigan was born on August 9, 1951, in Willmar, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Frederick and Lenora (Sogge) Bengston. Lynette was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in her faith as a youth on June 12, 1966, both at Ebenezer Lutheran Church in Kandiyohi, Minnesota. She was raised in Kandiyohi, and was a graduate of the Willmar High School Class of 1969.
On April 14, 1973, Lynette was united in marriage to James Carrigan at Ebenezer Lutheran Church in Kandiyohi. This marriage was blessed with three children, Jayson, Elizabeth, and Kyle. Lynette and James made their home in Biscay, Minnesota. They shared 53 years of marriage.
Lynette worked a variety of jobs in her lifetime, including 3M and HTI. Her favorite place of employment was her most recent job at Maurices, where she worked in the spring and summer months. Lynette enjoyed purchasing new clothes with her wages, and enjoyed working with her coworkers, who she said were great people.
Lynette enjoyed baking cakes, bars and cookies. She also enjoyed crafting. Lynette was always sharing her treats or crafts with her friends and family, often giving her crafts as gifts. She was known to be quite a talker, stopping in public to chat with anyone she knew for any length of time. Lynette always looked forward to family week at Uncle Jay’s cabin every year. She also enjoyed traveling to Yuma, Arizona, every winter. She always had a great day when she had a visit from her grandchildren. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family, grandchildren and friends.
Lynette passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at her home in Biscay, at the age of 74 years.
Blessed be her memory.
Lynette is survived by her:
Husband, James Carrigan of Biscay, MN;
Jayson Carrigan of Brainerd, MN;
Elizabeth Carrigan of Hutchinson, MN;
Kyle Carrigan and his wife, Michelle (Shelly) of Glencoe, MN;
Grandchildren, Emma Holaway, Aaron Holaway, Claire Holaway, Aden Carrigan, Madelyn Carrigan;
Sister, Kim Hoeper of Franklin, MN;
Many other relatives and friends.
Lynette is preceded in death by her Parents, Frederick and Lenora Bengston; and Sister, Diane Anderson.
Lori & Rich Reznechek says
So sorry Jim to hear about the passing of Lynn. Prayers to you and family.
Angela & Jeff Brandel says
My deepest sympathies to you, Jim, and the family. My heart goes out to you all.
As a kid growing up next door, It was always a great day when I stopped over and Lyn was making her batch of monster cookies !! They were the best !!!
I will also remember her for her love of talking and having a story to tell !! It didn’t matter what we were talking about, she always had a way to make a 5 minute conversation into 15, or longer in most cases. I will miss those when I’m over to Mom & Dad’s. I always knew I would must likely see her and have that chat.
I’m so sorry for the pain and hurt your feeling at this time. Hold onto the memories, they will help carry you through.
Misty says
My dearest Lynette, We met about 15 years ago when I started working in the pharmacy. You became one of my dearest friends. I looked forward to seeing you and Jim every day. I especially enjoyed our chats.
RIP my dear friend.
My sincere condolences to you, Jim, and your family.
Charlie and Kim Schimmelpfennig says
So sorry for your loss. Prayer for your family.
Owens Tony says
Jim our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. We were so lucky to meet both of you in Yuma and cherished your friendship.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tony Owens and Dave Meals
Nancy Meals says
So very sorry for your loss. You both became very special in my heart when I visited Dj and tony in yuma. This saddens my heart. Prayers
Jill Abdallah says
Jim-
Moxamuud and I are so very sorry for your incredible loss.
Lynn was such a kind and friendly soul. Please call on us if we can help you, neighbor.
Mercedes Del Monte says
Dear Lynette,
Although we worked along side each other for a short time there wasn’t one second you didn’t make me smile or laugh every shift. You lit up every room you walked into and opened your arms to everyone you talked to.
My deepest sympathies to Lynette’s family she was and will always stay in our prayers and our hearts.
Patty Marconcini says
So sorry for your loss…always enjoyed visiting with her
Sue Dahlke says
I am so sorry Jim and your family for the Loss of Lynn. It was a sad surprise. Sending you Sympathy!
Char and Bill Lidberg says
Prayers and blessings to all of Lynette’s family
Walt and Maureen Bartel says
We are so sorry for your loss. We will miss Lyn very much. Her stuffed dates were the best. We always looked forward to seeing you both in Yuma and last year in Biscay. We are praying for you and your family during this difficult time. We are sending our love and hugs to you. God bless you.
Pat says
Jim & family,
You have our deepest sympathy…
Al & Pat Trocke
Dave and Donna Telecky says
Our sincere sympathies and prayers to Jim and family.
Hugs
Mary Hoffman says
Jim so sorry to hear about your wife. Deepest sympathy
Donna (Ondracek) Engelen says
My sympathies Jim and family. Hugs.
Shannon Lien says
Lynn’s gift was gab was truly a gift. Her stories were quite entertaining! Her smile and laughter lit up the room. Her baking was like no other and her huge heart shown through so bright. You will really be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers go out to each and every one of her family and friends.
Kari Eischens says
It just broke my heart when Jim told me of Lynn’s passing. My 2 brothers and I grew up with her children. Beth was at my house or she was at mine, she is such a great friend. Both sets of parents had a groomsman stand up for eachother in the same year and both lost their wives months apart.
All my love, Kari Schwanke