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Michael Gallagher Obituary

PALM CITY, Fla. - With deep sadness we mourn the sudden passing of Michael J. Gallagher on March 27 at the age of 46 with his wife Sheila at his side. He was born in Lowell, Massachusetts on May 26, 1970, the son of Robert C. Gallagher and Patricia A. Gallagher. He was the youngest of seven children.

Michael was a 1992 graduate of Maine Maritime Academy in Castine, Maine. After graduation Michael traveled the world as a Merchant Marine. He was last employed as an engineer with South Florida Water Management District.

Michael loved fishing, golfing, cooking and Boston sports teams especially the New England Patriots. He had a special fondness for York Beach, where he spent many summers and had many wonderful friends and memories.

He was predeceased by his parents and is survived and will be forever remembered by his wife, Sheila Agustin Gallagher of Palm City, Florida, his siblings Deborah Frost and her husband Donald, Patricia J. Gallagher and her husband Nathan Wilson, Robert T. Gallagher and his wife Deborah, Jean Gallagher, Stephen Gallagher and Susan Gallagher. Michael had many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. Michael also leaves behind his beloved dog, Brady, who brought him much joy.

A funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on April 7 at the Cathedral Parish of St. Ignatius Loyola, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. A celebration of Michael's life will also be held in York sometime in May.

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Published by Seacoastonline.com from Apr. 4 to Apr. 8, 2017.

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Wayne and Ma Lindgren

April 1, 2021

Thinking of you Mike and missing you, remembering the good times we had with everyone. Rest in Peace My Friend XOXO

Wayne and Val Lindgren

April 3, 2019

Mike My Dear Freind, We will always cherish our moments together with you and your 2nd Family, Bryan, Eric, and MA - We Will Always Be With You Until We Meet Again-Your Freind Wayne

John Breen

April 19, 2017

Just learned of Mike's passing, to the Gallagher family I am sorry for your loss. Rest in Peace Mike.
John Breen

Mark & Karen Breen

April 19, 2017

Our deepest condolences to Sheila and the entire Gallagher family. Mike's spirit and smile will live on in YB.

Jennifer Schwartz

April 10, 2017

The world lost a shining star, and in turn got a little darker. RIP Mike, you were loved by many, Xxx

Brandy Irish-Gerjuoy

April 7, 2017

To all of the Gallagher family. I have very fond memories of Michael as a child, especially the time that he and his sister Susie went with me for a day trip as kids to Massachusetts. They were so excited to ride in my "new" car! May God bless you all with an umbrella of love from friend and family at this very difficult time and may the angels lead your brother to paradise.

Bill & Jean Roche

April 7, 2017

To the Gallagher Family, We are truly sorry and saddened to hear about Michael. We remember watching him grow up in York Beach to a fine young man. He was a great person and he will be truly missed and will always be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Bill & Jean Roche

April 6, 2017

Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss; our prayers are with all the Gallagher family during this difficult time. Pete & Linda Zagorites

Wayne Lindgren

April 5, 2017

It is with great sadness in my heart that I am saying good bye until we meet again Michael--You were a shinning light--Our condolences to all the Family and Freinds

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