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314 North 10th Street

McAllen, Texas

John Galik Obituary

Name: Service for John Galik
Start: 2016-07-23T21:00:00.000Z
Location: First United Methodist Church

Mission - On July 21, 2016, John Jacob Galik went to be with his Lord and Savior after a year long battle with cancer. He was 72-years-old. John was born in East Texas to Walter M. (Guy) and Elizabeth Galik. He married his high school sweetheart, Susan Musser and, in 2013, they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. John worked for ATT/Southwestern Bell for his entire career, starting in Austin and then moving to McAllen in 1977. He also served as an active Rotarian and Rotary Club President. After retiring at the young age of 55, Johnny and Susie moved to Mission on the golf course at Cimarron Country Club. John enjoyed many years of playing golf, helping his community and neighbors with projects, volunteering his engineering and construction skills to United Methodist Church's Cornerstone building project and serving as a board member of Habitat for Humanity. Besides golf, John loved snow skiing, watching the Cowboys, and playing with his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Susan, daughters Diane Galik Tijerina (Jaime) of Mission and Amy Galik Holcomb (Trace) of Houston, grandchildren Katie Dunnavant, Lauren Holcomb and John Holcomb, and sister, Elizabeth (Betty) Galik Boyd (Joe) of The Woodlands and sister-in-law Jaynie Galik of Florida and their families. He is predeceased by his parents and his brother Kenneth Galick. The family would like to thank IPH Hospice Care, Inc., Sandra Perez and Lupita Chapa, for their excellent and compassionate care. They ask that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the local Salvation Army, local Habitat for Humanity, or the Sanctuary Fund for the First United Methodist Church of McAllen. A Service of Celebration will be held at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, July 23, 2016 at First United Methodist Church in McAllen.

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Published by The Monitor on Jul. 22, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for John Galik

13 Entries

July 24, 2016

Dear Susan,

Old friends are thinking of you and your family during this sad time. I was a year behind Johnny in high school, and my husband was a year ahead of him. He remembers that they played together as little boys in the neighborhood.

We know you enjoyed many wonderful years together and that you will miss him beyond measure. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sincerely,

Dick and Bebe (Hines) Cole

Iannelli Monaco

July 24, 2016

I am deeply sadden by John's passing. I will always remember his willingness to help out around the garden. His infectious smile and his go-getter attitude. I know my dogs (Ellie and Champ) will miss him too. I always enjoyed having long talks with John and Susan outside on their patio or front yard. I am sorry for your loss; wonderful man was taken before his time. I will keep you in my prayers and may God be on your side, Galik Family.

Patsy Harris

July 23, 2016

We grew up on Holland Street in Marshall, Texas. I was older than "Johnny Boy" so I remember the day he was born. All the neighborhood kids went to see the new baby. Mr. and Mrs. Galik were so proud. Then, in a wonderful turn of events he married my sweet cousin Susan Musser. My thoughts and prayers are with you, precious Susan and your beautiful girls and grandchildren. "Johnny Boy" was special. My prayers are with you all. Love you.

Jhon my Prayers for your Eternal Rest

Morena Monaco

July 23, 2016

Rolando and Morena Monaco

July 23, 2016

Our deepest condolences for Jhon's passing. He was a great friend And lovely neighbor. God May give him Rest and Comfort.Susan and Family we are keeping you in our prayers, we wish you Strength and Peace during this difficult time. Please remember that we are here to Help you however we can. Blessings. The Monaco Family

Jjudy Kendrick

July 23, 2016

I am deeply saddened to hear of John's passing. My heartfelt condolences to his family.

Arturo(Tito) Torres

July 22, 2016

My most sincere condolences to you Susie and to the rest of your family. I will miss John always passing by my house in his golf cart on his way to play golf. I was pleased that he served for years on the Association Board at Cimarron. He was patient considerate and fair. Every time I passed by your house in my golf cart I said a prayer for both of you. May God bless you always.

Arturo (Tito) Torres

DENNIS & JUDY DOBBS

July 22, 2016

We are very sorry to hear of Mr. Galik's passing. We worked with him for many years. He was a good man. He and I shared Irish stories and recipes. God will enjoy his company now.

Chris Reyes

July 22, 2016

Diane,
My sincerest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your beloved father.
Chris Reyes

July 22, 2016

Diane,
My sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of your beloved father.
Chris Reyes

Andy & Sammy Mendoza

July 22, 2016

Susie & family:

We have been blessed to have known Johnny for so many years....his love for Susie & family, his golf & exercising to stay strong at the club, his constant emails keeping us laughing.
Know that he is with his Lord & healthy now, waiting for us all to join him some day.

Andy & Sammy Mendoza

July 22, 2016

Susie & family...

Know that we were all blessed to have known Johnny for so many years...his love for Susie & family, his golf & exercising to stay strong, & constant emails that kept us laughing. Susie, know that he is with God & healthy again & waiting for us all to join him some day.

Janie Guerra

July 22, 2016

My condolences on the death of your loved one. Mr. Galileo was my boss for many years when I worked for SWBC. Know that he us no longer suffering and is at peace.

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