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A lifelong resident of Belmont, he was a graduate of the Perkins School for the Blind and former director of Project Outlook.
He was the beloved son of Bernard M. and Jean "Peggy" (McLean) Gallagher of Yarmouthport; devoted brother of Deborah J. Poirier of Sudbury and the late James T. Gallagher; and loving uncle of Nicholas Rahall. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.
A funeral will be held from the Stanton Funeral Home, 786 Mount Auburn St. (Route 16), Watertown, on Thursday at 9:30 a.m., followed by a funeral Mass in Sacred Heart Church, Watertown, at 10:30 a.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours are Wednesday, from 3 to 7 p.m. Interment is in Highland Meadows, Belmont.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in John's memory to Mount Auburn Hospital, c/o Pulmonary Department, 330 Mount Auburn St., Cambridge, MA 02138, would be appreciated.
Arrangements are by the Stanton Funeral Service Inc., 877-924-3838.
For more information, go to www.stantonfuneralhome.com.
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Lisa Parker
October 28, 2007
Dear Peggy and Bernie: I am thinking of you here in the Netherlands. John was such a loving and fun person. He managed to add so much joy to the social gatherings at Grammie's. Alex and George remember his great sense of humor and quick wit. There is peace knowing that he lived such a full life with a wonderful, loving family and friends. We will miss him. Hope to see you soon. Lots of love, Lisa Parker
Kathy Wildes
October 25, 2007
Dear Debbie, Peggi and Bernie,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time. I remember John, fondly, and always, I remember, what a remarkable, loving sister he had in you, Debbie.
Love, Kathy
William Wildes
October 24, 2007
Dear Mr and Mrs Gallagher and Debbie:
From Florida we send our heartfelt condolences and prayerful remembrance at this time of great sorrow. John will be rememered at Mass here in our local church. Love and peace to you.
john marino
October 24, 2007
dear bernie & peggy.
joan and i are so sorry to hear of the passing of your wonderful son john. our sincere condolances to you both.
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Ruben Avila
October 23, 2007
Dear Galagher family all who knew John in California are deeply saddened by the news of your lost he is in a better place and we will cherise the memories of when he graced us with his presense, humor, wit and inteligence God bless you all Ruben
Barbara Pagliarulo
October 23, 2007
Dear Bernie & Paggy,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear John. Our hearts and prayers are with you all of you.
Love Miney & Barb
Carol Rose
October 23, 2007
Debbie...
I am so so sorry to hear of John's death. Even though I can't be there with you at this time, you are in my prayers and thoughts. When I come back to Belmont in February, hopefully we can get together and talk. My sincere condolances to you and your parents.
Love Carol
Peggy and Jack Hood
October 23, 2007
Dear Peggy, Bernie, Debbie, and Nick,
Our hearts go out to you at this sad time and in the days ahead. With all that John had endured, it will be his great wit and sense of humor that I will remember most. I can still see John clearly, as if it were yesterday, riding his bike through the Unity Ave/Berwick St neighborhoods, as everyone watched in amazement and cringing at the same time. I never saw him crash into anything, although he had a couple of near misses. He really knew how to tell a good joke and was able to get away with "not" being politically correct. John will be sorely missed. May he be at peace. With deepest sympathy and love from Peggy and Jack
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