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Thomas Galante Obituary
Born in Lynn, Mass., in 1947, a son of the late Nicholas and Florence Galante, Tom was a former resident of Kensington and a graduate of Berlin High School, class of 1965.
He enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving on the USS Yorktown and helping to recover the Apollo I Moon Mission Capsule. After retiring from the Navy, he went on to become vice president of Bay View Federal Bank of San Francisco, Calif. He spent many years volunteering helping terminally ill patients with their affairs. He was awarded many humanitarian awards for his volunteer work.
Tom leaves behind many friends, including his partner of many years, Tony Tarket; his sisters, June Blum of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Sandra Gallnot of Vernon; a brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Annette Galante of Kensington; nieces and nephews, Steve and Robert Focerato and Mary Ann MacDonald of Berlin; and nephew, Brian Galante of Berlin. He was predeceased by his brother, Joseph Galante of New Hampshire.
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Michael Reardon
October 31, 2013
Dear Tom - May the Angels lead you into Paradise.
Denise O'Brien
October 29, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. We played together as children and had many good times as teenagers. Tom was always kind and wore a smile on his face. I especially remember how nice he was to me.
May he rest in peace.
Judy Adolewski
October 27, 2013
My Deepest sympathy to Tom's loved ones he was a great friend in our High School days He always had a great big heart. may he rest is eternal piece. Sincerely Judy Adolewski Classmate
October 26, 2013
Love from my heart, Joy from my soul, to have had you for a brother to be proud of was wonderful. God Bless.
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October 21, 2013
To the family
May God grant you peace in your time of grief.
October 21, 2013
My sincere condolences on your great loss. May you find peace and comfort during this sad time…Psalms 25:16,17
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