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Clarence Gallagher Obituary

Clarence True Gallagher, Jr. CHARLOTTE - Clarence True Gallagher, Jr. (Sonny), a Charlotte native, died Friday, June 19, 2015. Clarence was born August 18, 1920 to the late Myrtle Hinson Gallagher and Clarence True Gallagher, Sr. After graduating from Central High School and attending Erskine College, he served in World War II for over four years while in the U.S. Navy. During his career life, he was associated with Douglas Aircraft and Universal Electric Southeastern Associates. Clarence married Elizabeth Carpenter Gallagher, of Chester, SC, on August 4, 1956 at Purity Presbyterian Church. He was a long time member at the Tabernacle ARP Church in Charlotte, and after marriage, Clarence and Lib joined Myers Park Presbyterian Church in 1956. Mr. Gallagher's beautiful tenor voice graced church services as a choir member and vocal soloist for over 30 years in the Charlotte area, singing under the direction of Dr. James Phofl and Dr. Robert Stigall. Also, he shared his singing talent with the J.C. Jollies on WBT radio. At Myers Park Presbyterian Church, he was a member of the John Calvin Sunday School Class, served with Lib as co-secretary of the adult Sunday school classes, gathered weekly attendance for 40 years, assisted in serving others at the senior adult luncheons, ushered and greeted members and visitors, and was installed and ordained as Elder. He received the Honorary Life Membership from the Presbyterian Women of the Church in April 2009. Clarence and Lib received the Outstanding Older Adult Award from the Mecklenburg Presbytery in May 2009 for dedicated service. His love, commitment, and dedication to the ministry and service of the church was evident, as Clarence greeted members with a wonderful warm and welcoming smile each week. In addition to his parents, Clarence was preceded in death by his brother, Lt. (jg) William Hinson Gallagher, who was a torpedo bomber pilot in the U.S. Naval Air Force. Clarence is survived by his wife, Lib Gallagher, retired Charlotte Mecklenburg math teacher for over 30 years, and son, William H. Gallagher, II (Bill), owner of the Superior School of Real Estate. The family will receive friends from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Monday, June 22nd, at Harry & Bryant, 500 Providence Road, Charlotte. Graveside services with Military Honors will take place 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 23rd, at Sharon Memorial Park. The service to celebrate the life of Clarence T. Gallagher, Jr. will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Myers Park Presbyterian Church, 2501 Oxford Place, Charlotte, NC, with the Reverend Von Clemans officiating. A reception will follow in Oxford Hall. Memorials may be sent to the Clarence Gallagher Endowment Fund at Myers Park Presbyterian Church. Online condolences may be offered at www.HarryandBryantFuneralHome.com.

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Published by Charlotte Observer from Jun. 20 to Jun. 23, 2015.

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Brenda Morgan

July 14, 2015

Bill, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. You have spoken lovingly of your father often and I know you will miss him. God bless.

Hilda Parlér

July 5, 2015

Bill,

Dr. Bill Harrison and Hilda Parlér express our condolences to you and your mom during this trying time. We pray for your healing and look forward to seeing you in the very near future.

May God Bless You Both,
Bill and Hilda (Lake Royale)

Elaine Pritchard

July 2, 2015

Bill, thoughts and prayers go out to you! Sounds like your Dad wS a wonderful man!

Joretta McNeill

July 1, 2015

Lib and Bill,You have our deepest sympathy. So sorry for your loss.Clarence was a wonderfull and kind person. You are in our thoughts and prayers.Love, Joretta and Richard and Family

June 29, 2015

Bill, Please know that you have my deepest sympathy. Elaine Gurski

Carolyn Criscitiello

June 29, 2015

So sorry for your loss; know you will miss him. Did not know him but he sounded like a wonderful man. How blessed you are to have had such a special dad. Will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Jean Clark

June 28, 2015

Bill, My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. I know you are hurting right now, but in time your hurt will be replaced with the wonderful memories you shared with your dad and those memories will be in your heart forever. You and your Mom will look for strength from each other. You need each other now.

Joan Murray

June 26, 2015

Lib and Bill,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You both are in my thoughts and prayers.

Misty Dellinger

June 25, 2015

Lib and Bill....I am so sorry for your loss...Sending up prayers for your family..

Ann Langman

June 25, 2015

Bill,
So sorry for your loss. I know you and your mother will have many wonderful memories of him and you are both in mt thoughts and prayers.

June 24, 2015

Lib and Bill,
Just learned of the passing of Clarence,and am so sorry. Ruth and James would want to join me in saying that a truly wonderful and talented man has joined the heavenly choir where he will share his talents with the angels for eternity.
Love and Deepest Sympathies,
Kim and Bob Watson

Tish Murray

June 24, 2015

Bill and Lib Gallagher,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Your whole family did such wonderfulness in looking after my grandmother. We will always remember Clarence's smile and easy laugh and his kindness.

Tish Murray

Mitch Muller

June 24, 2015

Bill,

Our deepest sympathies to you and your mom. Your dad sounds like an amazing man who will be truly missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mitch & Kirsten Muller & the ProStead Realty Team

Andrea Lima

June 24, 2015

You and your family are in my prayers.

Elizabeth Pye

June 24, 2015

Bill, I am so sorry to hear the news of your fathers passing. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

June 24, 2015

Bill: We're so sorry to learn of your loss of your Dad. Our thoughts are with you.

Diane and Jim Lea
Chapel Hill

Denyse Naylor

June 23, 2015

Bill, so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you through this sad time.
Denyse Naylor

Temple Green

June 23, 2015

I first met Clarence about 15 years ago when he came to Greensboro to visit my husband, Leonard "Pug" Green..it didn't take me long to determine that he was exceptional in so many ways....an absolutely wonderful, kind and caring individual. Both Leonard and Clarence are no longer with us but we have those precious memories.
My condolences to the Gallagher family.
Temple Green

June 23, 2015

Bill, we just wanted to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Dianne Greene and all the agents at Century 21 Towne & Country

June 23, 2015

Bill, I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I especially appreciate his service to our Country. I'm sure he will be missed greatly. Terry Francis (Salisbury, NC)

Sue Hattersley

June 23, 2015

Bill - I'm so sorry to learn of your loss. There are no words to express the sorrow you and your Mom share at this time but i pray that with your strong faiths that God will ease your grief and comfort your heavy hearts. Your Dad seemed to be an extradorinary individual and you have his legacy as well. Please know you are being thought of during this sad time.

Jan Konetchy

June 23, 2015

Bill, sorry for the loss of your dad and your Mom's best friend - my prayers for peace and comfort to sustain you both at this time of grief by Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ

John & Cathey Johnson

June 23, 2015

Bill, So sorry to hear of your loss. I know how often you mention them in class.

Sandy Blomstrom

June 23, 2015

Bill, so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear dad. It sounds like he was a fine man and will be much missed. Please know that we are praying that the Lord gives you and your Mom His comfort and strength at this time. Love and many blessings, Sandy and Doug Blomstrom

Gina McNulty

June 23, 2015

Bill, my deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your Dad. I'm sure a lot of your students can attest, we felt like we knew "Clarence" from your wonderful stories throughout the years. Thanks for sharing them with us. May they bring you and your family comfort now more than ever.

June 23, 2015

Bill, I have taken your classes for many, many years and I am deeply sorry for your loss. You and your Family will be in our prayers to see you through this very difficult time. Elsa MacDonald, Charlotte,NC

June 23, 2015

Bill, I'm so sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you and you will be in my prayers.
Peggy Benoy
Benoy Real Estate
Gastonia, NC

Laurie Carney

June 23, 2015

Bill, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. People always say they will be with you forever in your memories, but we all know the personal touch, smile is missed greatly. Your resemblance to your father is amazing! So look in the mirror and talk to him, he will be listening.

Clarence Lupton

June 23, 2015

Sorry for your loss. Wish you the best.

Clarence Lupton

Joan Chamblin

June 23, 2015

Bill,
I cannot tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I know your mom will need your strength to help her carry the burden.
May God bless you both.
Much Love, Joan Chamblin

Judy Limbach

June 23, 2015

Bill, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your Mother during this time. Although we have lost another wonderful Patriot, true Christian and all around great guy, God is rejoicing in bringing His child home.

June 23, 2015

Sweet person. Meet Mr & Mrs. gallagher at the docotor office and we instantly connected. May God be pleased with his spirit...S.I.P. Mr. Gallagher

Kathryn Ketter

June 23, 2015

Bill, my deepest condolences to you and your family. My prayers are sent to you at this time. Kathryn Ketter, Cary, NC

Martha Bondurant

June 23, 2015

Bill, After sitting in your classes for many years and hearing stories about your parents, I feel as if I knew your dad. You were so blessed to have had such a wonderful father for so long. His life of service and love for people speaks volumes and is carried on through you. Praying for you and your mother and all your family. ❤John 5:24

Pam File

June 23, 2015

Dearest Bill,
So very sorry to hear of your fathers passing. I know your heart is heavy but please release your sorrows and remember that he is in an amazing place that he is free of pain and hardship now. I recently attended my father in laws military funeral and be prepared when they play taps....it is very special and touching.
I know that in tme your tears will fade to sweet memories and that fabulous smile of yours will return.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all,
Pam File

William Reule's

June 23, 2015

Bill, So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. The Reule's

Robert Powell

June 23, 2015

Bill, I am sorry for your loss. I didn't know your dad but from what I understand he was a super fine individual. God Bless! Robert M Powell

June 23, 2015

So sorry to hear of your father's passing. My deepest condolences to your and your family. Melea Lemon

Cindi Redcay

June 23, 2015

Bill,
They say the apple doesn't fall too far from the tree which would explain your stellar example of servitude which pours out onto your students. His legacy lives on in you and I, for one -am a grateful recipient of it!
Cindi Redcay (Burlington) student extraordinaire

June 23, 2015

Bill, Your dad was a very talented man. I remember his wonderful smile and spirit. My prayers to your and your mom. Sorry, I can not be with you this afternoon to celebrate your dad. My blessings with love, Janet Poole

June 23, 2015

Bill,
You and your Mom are in my thoughts and prayers .Your Dad is singing with the Angels.
Blessings,
Susan Latt

June 23, 2015

Bill, memories is what is and always be...
You resemble your dad and I enjoy your real estate classes so very much. God bless him and help you get thru this. Life is challenging at times and know you are not alone. Janet Hartwell

Jennifer Pond

June 22, 2015

Lib, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

DONNA BUCKNER

June 22, 2015

After reading your father's obituary, I realized how you became such a sweet and caring person. I lost my father many years ago and I still miss him today. My prayers will be with you during this difficult time.

Lisa Elliott-Perkins

June 22, 2015

Bill, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am praying for you, your mother and the rest of your family during this difficult time. Please find peace and comfort in the safe arms of our Heavenly Father. Your father is resting safely in his arms. Lisa Elliott-Perkins (Greensboro, NC)

Keith Hotchkiss

June 22, 2015

Bill, so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Lorena Barkley

June 22, 2015

Bill, my sincere condolences for the loss of your beloved father. May the Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief.

Nancy Winters

June 22, 2015

Wishing you and your Mom all the best during this time of transition. May all of your fond memories fill you with peace and comfort.

Jan Galbraith

June 22, 2015

Over the years you have spoken so highly of both your parents. May you keep in your heart the fond memories of your Father. Wishing you Peace and many Blessings at this time. Jan Galbraith, Charlotte, NC

Mary Ann Kimbro

June 22, 2015

Bill, I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. His generation was a generation of character and integrity - qualities he passed on to you. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your mother -- today and for months to come.
Mary Ann Kimbro

Melody Allen

June 22, 2015

Bill, I am so sorry to hear about the death of your father. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Janice Collins

June 22, 2015

Bill, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Peace be with you and your family. Janice Collins (Greensboro, NC)

Maria Garcia

June 22, 2015

Bill, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences to you and your mother, prayers for you all.
Maria Garcia

Johnny Aheron

June 22, 2015

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Ann Langmann

June 22, 2015

Bill,
So saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that my most sincere thoughts are with you. I know you will have many happy memories to remenice about through the years.
Ann Langman

Sandy Pearce

June 22, 2015

Bill,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Mother.

June 22, 2015

Bill~Wanted to express my sincere condolences to you and your family; you're in my prayers. Teresa Carson

Sandra Burke

June 22, 2015

Bill So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Gail Marlin

June 22, 2015

Bill, so very saddened to hear about your Father. All of your students through out the years fill as though we knew him personally. You were so blessed to have him for so many wonderful years and the close relationship you had with him. Your family are in our prayers
Gail Marlin (Charlotte, NC).

Leigh Harkey

June 22, 2015

Bill I am sorry to hear about your family's loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

June 22, 2015

I was saddened to hear of your loss. My condolences to you and your mother. Laura Lassiter (Laurinburg, NC)

Sue McIsaac

June 22, 2015

Bill,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I will be thinking of you and your Mother in the days to come and hope that you find strength during this very difficult time for you both.

June 22, 2015

Prayers for you and your Mother Bill as you suffer this loss. Thank you for everything you do for us in the wonderful world of Real Estate!

Denise Kennedy

June 22, 2015

Bill, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your father.
I know it will be a hard time for you and your mother in the next coming months but try to remember all the great things your father brought into your life.
You are the person you are today because of your parents.
Take care and remember that you have lots of friends and they won't let you down.

Kitty Bowman, Greensboro, N.C.

Gina Mauney

June 22, 2015

Bill, I was saddened to hear about the passing of your amazing Father. Please accept my condolences to you and your mother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

June 22, 2015

Bill, so very saddened to hear of your great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Mom during this most difficult time.
Sonia Bourne (Garner, NC one of many grateful students)

Dale Cox

June 22, 2015

Bill, so sorry to hear of the death of your father. As one of your students for the past 10 or so years, I can appreciate what a fine man he must have been to have instilled the gifts of humor, joy, organizational skills, and the ability to teach like no one else in you. My prayers are with you and your family today.

Yvonne Futterer

June 22, 2015

There is a Beautiful Voice in Heaven. Thinking of you all in your loss.

Lynette Deloney

June 22, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm praying for the entire family. I'm glad that he was able to touch so many people through sharing his gift of singing. That's a Blessing. I'm sure you all have lots of good memories to make you smile and feel proud to be part of such a great man's family. ♡

Jessica Lee

June 22, 2015

Bill,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. What a long life he had and I know you will greatly miss him but your memories of him and with him will live on forever. Sending prayers of comfort as you and your Mom adjust to the physical departure but you know he is in a better place and there will be a reunion in the future.
Love and prayers,
Jessica Lee
RE/MAX Southland II

Claudia Klitzsch

June 22, 2015

So sorry for your loss, Bill. You and your family are in my prayers.

June 22, 2015

Dear Bill, your father sounds like a wonderful man and father. How lucky you are to have had this man in your life. You and your mom are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you both. Rhonda Bentz, BHHS Yost and Little, Greensboro, NC

Scott Pridemore

June 22, 2015

Bill, I'm very sorry to hear about your Father's passing. I wasn't fortunate enough to know your father personally but he must have been an incredible person...Father and Husband. I know many will miss him. You and your Mother are in our hearts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Scott & Laura Pridemore

Starr Franklin

June 22, 2015

Bill, so very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time!! God's blessings on you all!! Starr Franklin, Coldwell Banker B&H

Sandy Hurst

June 22, 2015

Bill, so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Prayers and thought for you and your mother. I hope you look at the many years you have been so blessed to have had him in your life. Bless you and love to all.

Lee & JP Handsel

June 22, 2015

Bill- So sorry to hear about your Dad. He was obviously a very accomplished man and without a doubt you have followed in his footsteps. I'm sure that he was so proud of you. Please know we are thinking about you and your mom and hope you two help each other through this difficult time.

Ruby Heyward

June 22, 2015

Bill, you have always been around for all us students and we are grateful. Today my husband and I would like to send our condolences and pray that you and your family find peace in knowing your dad is in a better place.

David Finger

June 22, 2015

Bill - Very sorry for your loss. You and your mother are in the thoughts and prayers of the many real estate practitioners that know you through Superior. God bless,

Theresa Keller

June 22, 2015

Bill, so sorry to hear of your loss, please know that you and your Mom are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care....

Robin Mullis

June 22, 2015

I was so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing, Bill. In reading his obituary, it sounds like he was a wonderful man. Peace and blessings to you and your Mom.

June 22, 2015

Praying for you at this difficult time. God bless you and your family.

Jerry M. Pierce

Ken & LeeAnne Berger

June 22, 2015

Bill, We are very sorry for your father's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Mom during this most difficult time. Ken & LeeAnne Berger

Debbie Putz

June 22, 2015

My sincerest sympathies for the loss of your father.

Debbie L. Putz

June 22, 2015

Bill, you don't know me from anybody, but I have been in your classes many times. My heart is breaking for you now. I understand the pain of losing a parent. My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. I will pray that God reaches down his mighty hand to lift your father into His eternal family. It is all okay. Your father has served his family, his country and the world. He will now serve all of humanity...as that is what he loves to do! Hang in there...the prayers are flowing!
Cheryl DeNoble (KW-Pinehurst)

Shirl Jacobsen

June 22, 2015

Bill, so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. You and your family have my deepest sympathy. Shirl Jacobsen, Carolina Home Buyers Connection

Tom Hales

June 22, 2015

Bill, Elva Ann & I am so sorry for your loss of your father. After reading some of the accomplishments and his commitment to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, it is no wonder that you, his son are such a class act. You came by it honestly on both sides of your family! We share your pain for this loss. We Love You, Elva Ann & Tom Hales (Greenville, NC)

Rita Brittain

June 22, 2015

Bill, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

June 22, 2015

What a wonderful tribute. He must have been a terrific man. So sorry for your loss.

Tonya Coble
Choice Realty & Appraising

Dawn Gold

June 22, 2015

Bill, our sincerest condolences for your loss. Mickey and I have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers at this time. May his memory be for a blessing. Love, Dawn and Mickey Gold

June 22, 2015

Bill,
God Bless you and your Mom and know you have my deepest sympathy. Will send up prayers for you both!

Gloria W. Muir, Greensboro, NC

Connie Hughes

June 22, 2015

Bill, so very sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family and may He guide you through your grief. Connie Hughes

Anne Barrier

June 22, 2015

Bill, you have told so many wonderful stories in classes about your parents that I feel as if I know them personally. Please accept my sincere sympathy for your loss.

Linda Powell

June 22, 2015

So sorry for your loss,prayer are going out for you and your family..Your realtor Family .Linda Powell

Patti Church

June 22, 2015

Bill, so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!

Sincerely,

Gena Cook

June 22, 2015

Bill, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. God Bless

John McPhaul

June 22, 2015

Bill so sorry for your loss and know that you and your mother are in my prayers.

Cindy Jacoby

June 22, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Mom. So sorry for your loss.

Jeanie Beaver

June 22, 2015

Bill so sorry to hear about your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jeanie Beaver(China Grove)

Patricia Schrader

June 22, 2015

Bill, so sorry for your loss. It sounds like he was a wonderful man and lived a very full life. Prayers to you and your mom.

Liz Frohman

June 22, 2015

So sorry to hear about your loss, Bill. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts during this difficult time.

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