Irene Gonigal, age 83 of Hardy and formerly of New Jersey died Friday, December 16, 2016 with her son by her side. She was born February 24, 1933 a daughter of the late John and Julia Castle and was also preceded in death by her husband, John Gonigal. Irene was a beloved mother and homemaker. Surviving are her son, Brian Gonigal; and a cousin, Stanley Yoncak. Her family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.