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John Galvin Obituary

GALVIN - John P., on September 7, 2008. A resident of New Hyde Park, NY. Beloved husband of Josephine. Loving father of Maureen Dwyer (Sean), Sean (Christine), Kieran (Sang'ona) and Owen (Lisa). Cherished grandfather of Brendan, Alanna, Maeve, Brian, Robert, Devin, Connor and Aidan. Dear brother Joseph (Linda). Proud Navy Veteran and past Scout Leader. Past President of AARP. Long time employee of Sperry. Friends may visit Tuesday 7-9:30pm and Wednesday 2-4:30pm and 7-9:30pm New Hyde Park Funeral Home, 506 Lakeville Rd., New Hyde Park, NY. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 9:15am Notre Dame R.C. Church, New Hyde Park, NY. Interment St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale, NY. www.nhpfh.com

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Published by Newsday on Sep. 8, 2008.

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