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John Gallagher Obituary

Lifelong resident of Belmont, October 20. Beloved son of Bernard M. & Jean "Peggy" (McLean) Gallagher of Yarmouthport. Devoted brother of Deborah J. Poirier of Sudbury & the late James T. Gallagher. Loving uncle of Nicholas Rahall. Also survived by many aunts, uncles & cousins. Funeral from the Stanton Funeral Home, 786 Mt. Auburn St. (Rt 16) WATERTOWN on Thursday at 9:30 A.M. Funeral Mass in the Sacred Heart Church, Watertown at 10:30 A.M. Relatives & friends respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Wednesday 3-7 P.M. Interment Highland Meadows, Belmont. In lieu of flowers, contributions in John's memory to Mt. Auburn Hospital, c/o Pulmonary Dept., 330 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge, MA 02138 would be appreciated. Graduate Perkins School for the Blind. Former Director, Project Outlook. Stanton Funeral Service, Inc. 877-924-3838 www.stantonfuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 23 to Oct. 24, 2007.

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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.

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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