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Maureen CHEW Obituary

CHEW - Maureen J. (nee Galvin) Formerly of Buffalo, NY, March 17, 2015, beloved wife of 45 years to Philip Chew; cherished daughter of Marion and late John R. Galvin; loving mother of Christopher (Jeanne) and Brian (Simon Skove) Chew; grandmother of McKenzie, Christopher, Jackson and Colton; dear sister of Patricia (Eli Newell) Morales, Kevin Galvin, Karen (Angelo) Giancarlo, Kathleen (James) Owens, Deborah (Tony) Khoury, John (Andrea) Galvin and the late Timothy Galvin; sister-in-law of Linda Galvin; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 11 AM at St. Joseph University Church, 3269 Main St., Buffalo. Please assemble at church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to lungcanceralliance.org. Arrangements by the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC. On-line condolences at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com.

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Published by Buffalo News from Mar. 22 to Mar. 23, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
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Marie Redden

March 16, 2025

Remembering you with my h Love especially around St. Patrick's day

Pat morales galvin

March 16, 2024

Love and think of you every day. Patty

Marie Redden

March 16, 2023

I think of you often Mo. Hope you are happy in heaven. Love Marie

Patty

March 16, 2022

What can I say? It seems impossible that you are gone.

Marie Redden

March 16, 2022

Miss you

Katy Morales

March 17, 2021

Missing you. Love you.

Patty Morales

March 16, 2021

Miss you more than ever. The chimes have been ringing a lot lately. Do you have a message for me?

Patty Galvin

March 17, 2020

You wouldn't believe how much I miss you. My heart aches.

Katy Morales

March 17, 2019

Miss you MoMo

Patty Morales

March 16, 2019

Love you and miss you every day my dear little Mo Mo. I need someone to have a beer, pretzels and mustard with. Kevin will be joining you this St Pat's.

Marie Redden

March 16, 2019

Missing my dear friend especially at St. Patrick's day. Heaven has another Galvin- Chew angel. Say hello to everyone for me on the other side

christopher chew

May 4, 2015

hi Grammy. I really miss you and love you. I will take care of poppy for you. LOVE YOU!

your grandson,Christopher

Patty

April 18, 2015

Oh my dear Mo Mo.Yesterday was one month since you left us. It does not get any easier. I love you so much. Please keep ringing those chimes. Love you more!

Peggy Galvin Premus Family

March 27, 2015

It saddened me to learn of Moe's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Galvin and Chew Families. May your fond memories comfort you...

terry poley

March 27, 2015

The Victor family would like to send our deepest sympathies to the Chew & Galvin family. Mo was a beautiful person with a beautiful smile. We are deeply sorry. Terry Victor Poley

PEGGY YOUSIF

March 26, 2015

WORDS CANT EXPRESS TO THE CHEW FAMILY HOW SORRY I AM FOR YOUR LOSS.. SHE WAS AN AMAZING AND LOVING PERSON AND SHE WILL BE FOREVER REMEMBERED.. MAY SHE RIP WIHT THE ANGELS..

March 25, 2015

Bless you all as you remember and celebrate Maureen's life. Our prayers are with Maureen and all who loved her.
Deb and Rick Soto

Richie Chew

March 25, 2015

Philly
Sorry to hear about Mo passing away. I can't imagine how sad you, Brian and Chris are feeling right now. She was a lovely person and will be missed by everyone who knew her.

Richie

Sharon (Sam) Turner

March 25, 2015

Dear Phil and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss.........I met Maureen many years ago when I worked in the Franklin Frame, Phil was a Test Desk Man she was a sweetheart...Know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. With love and friendship (Sam)

Tom & Debbie Taylor

March 24, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Timothy O'Hara

March 24, 2015

Dear Phil,Chris and Brian,
You and the Galvin Family are in our thoughts and prayers.Maureen's smile could light up a room. May those cherished memories provide comfort during this sad time. Sincerely, The O'Hara Family

March 23, 2015

Very sorry for your loss. One thought that brings comfort during these hard times is that God, who is the source of life, can restore life to someone who has died.

March 23, 2015

Phil,
So sorry to hear about your loss. Forty five years together is so rare nowadays,you must of had a great marriage. Though we don't work together anymore, you're still in my thoughts and prayers. Always remember all the good time you shared with her. Remember you have your family and friends to lean on now and get you through this.
Sincerely, Toni Barone

Lisa Chew Gilleland

March 23, 2015

Sending our love, prayers and support from the Gilleland family. Please know that God is caring for you through the hands and hearts of others. May Aunt Moe's memory bring you moments of comfort and lasting peace.

Marcia Burns

March 23, 2015

Maureen will be sorely missed - a sign of a life well-lived. Condolences to the Galvin/Chew family.

Daniels Family

March 23, 2015

We offer our deepest sympathies. She will obviously be missed by so many. May your memories and the God of all comfort help you all through this difficult time.

Len Zemrac

March 22, 2015

It's been a long time since last I met Maureen but I remember her as a very nice person. It is never easy to lose a loved one . My codolences and prayers go out to Phil and family

Michael Sheehan

March 22, 2015

You will always be loved and missed.Michael J Sheehan.

Dave and Laura Dierken

March 22, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Such a tragic loss.

March 22, 2015

To the entire Galvin and Chew Families,

We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Moe. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time.

Love,

Cathy Galvin Schwandt and Family

Nathan Hartrich

March 22, 2015

My prayers are with you and your family. Brian I remember the days coming to your house from skateboarding and hanging out with you, your mother and your brother. Great memories. Definitely, she will be well missed by many.

March 22, 2015

My heart aches for The Chew and Galvin Families. Heaven now will be more Beautiful because of Moe!

Marie Redden

March 22, 2015

My heart is broken for you all. She will always have such a special p!ace in all of our hearts. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Love and friendship, Marie

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