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Dennis Gallagher Obituary

Dennis James Gallagher, PhD

Dennis passed away suddenly on April 4, 2014 in Phoenix, Arizona at the age of 66.  A fourth generation San Franciscan, Dennis attended Saint Cecilia's Grammar School, and Lincoln High School. He was awarded a PhD in Psychology from the University of Illinois and had a long career as Professor of Psychology, first at Hobart and William Smith Colleges in Geneva New York, and then at Arcadia University in Glenside, Pennsylvania. In retirement, Dennis, a man of many talents, moved to Williams, Arizona where he spent many happy hours as woodworker, musician, photographer. He also continued to teach part-time at the Flagstaff Learning Center. A self-described "gearhead" he loved long rides on his motorcycles, especially a recent tour of New Zealand with his beloved Sheri.


 


Fifth child of the late William J. Gallagher and Myrtle Knudsen Gallagher and brother of the late Stephen J. Gallagher, Dennis is survived by his longtime partner Sheri Young, his daughters Heather and Tricia, five grandchildren, his sisters and brothers Patricia, Christine, Peter and Michael Gallagher, and by five nieces and nephews .


 


A private service was held in Scottsdale, Arizona.


 


Green Acres Mortuary


401 Hayden Road


Scottsdale, Arizona 85257


480-945-2654

Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Apr. 9 to Apr. 13, 2014.
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To the family: Words cannot describe how deeply this loss affects so many of us that knew, worked with and loved Dennis. His spirit and thirst for knowledge and discovery has created a lasting legacy. He will be surely be missed. My condolences to the family.
Bernie Wilson A.U. faculty

Bernard Wilson

April 15, 2014

My sincere condolences to Peter and all your family. I will remember Dennis in my prayers.
Susan Porrazzo Jordan
Oak Park, Illinois

April 15, 2014

We at Arcadia University are shocked and sad to hear this news. Best wishes to Sheri. I'm so glad Dennis had a chance to enjoy his Arizona property at least for a short time.

Anna W

April 15, 2014

My heartfelt sympathy to Heather and Tricia, I have many fond memories of times shared with you and your Dad. Also fond memories of you, Peter, and also of your sweet wedding, Pat. I still have some of Dennis's poetry. Dennis often spoke of how much you guys meant to him - he loved you very much. I am so sorry for your loss.

Helen Stoll-Haight

April 14, 2014

I was a classmate of Christine at Saint Cecilia.
I remember going to the Gallagher house many times with Christine. It was always a good time. I am so sorry for your loss.

Maggie McDonald Collins

April 13, 2014

To Peter and the rest of the Gallagher family. I am sorry to hear of the passing of Dennis. You are in my prayers.

Bob Marquise

April 13, 2014

As a Wawona St. neighbor kid & St.Cecilia pal of Mike's, I can still remember Dennis still after all these years. Perhaps an occasional wave, as he drove passed us on West Portal. My condolences to Peter, Mike as well as his Lady & their daughters.

Very sorry for your loss ~

Kevin Lynch

April 11, 2014

To my dear Cousins, the Gallagher Family, it is with great sadness and special fond memories of our years together that we mourn the loss of Dennis. Until we are together again, comfort and love,
Doug Knudsen/Sonia Lamoreaux

April 11, 2014

My deepest condloences to the Gallagher family, Dennis and I were classmates at St. Cecilia's grammer school. May he rest in peace.

David Carson

April 11, 2014

As an alumni of St. Cecilia's grammar school (Class of 1960) and classmate of Dennis' brother, Peter, I extend my deepest sympathy to the Gallagher family on this sad loss.

Jo Anne Quinn

April 10, 2014

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