August 21, 2024
Thomas Rigden, Minocqua… age 68, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at the Aspirus Ironwood Hospital in Ironwood, MI.
He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. Following his honorable discharge, Tom attended the Northern Illinois University and graduated with a public law degree in 1984, where he passionately played on the Lacrosse team.
Tom started working for the film industry as a studio mechanic and was a supporting member of Union Local 476 in Chicago for 35 years. His talents and interest didn’t end there as he had a passion for conservation, reading, hockey, the great outdoors and recreational sports.
He is survived by his siblings, John Rigden and Patricia (Joe) Castellano.