William GALLAHAN

William GALLAHAN

William GALLAHAN Obituary

Published by Bliley's Funeral Home - Staples Mill from Sep. 20 to Sep. 21, 2010.
GALLAHAN, William Travis Jr. "Bill," 67, of Richmond, died on Sunday, September 19, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Sandra S. Gallahan; and three sisters, Frances Simmons, Betsy Swoope and Pat Gallahan. He is survived by his children, Michelle Gallahan Stevens (Brian), William Travis Gallahan III (Misty), Kaye Gallahan, Joseph Rodney Gallahan (Cassie); brother-in-law, D. Micheal Sharp; brother, Solomon Lee Gallahan; and two grandsons, William Travis Gallahan IV "Will" and Andrew Sundbeck; and many devoted family and friends. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Bliley's-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, 11220 Nuckols Rd. Interment Mt. Vernon Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Central Virginia or a charity of your choice.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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September 15, 2019

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March 26, 2011

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November 15, 2010

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Jennifer Creasy

September 15, 2019

They are both missed greatly. But being together couldn't be better It's hard to believe it's been 9 years...

March 26, 2011

Daddy I miss you and mommy so much. I wish you were still here but, I do take comfort in knowing the two of you are together and with the lord.Love your Baby Girl

Ella Meadows

November 15, 2010

Bill, I am so happy I got to see you some weeks before you went home to the Lord. Jerry is with you now, he has been gone 4 weeks. Jerry was so happy he came to see you some weeks ago. I love the stories you used to tell. You, Sandra and Jerry were loved and are being missed every day.

Patricia Schwartz

September 29, 2010

Travis,
I just learned of your Dad's death. I am so sorry this has happened. I know you and your family miss him terribly. As time goes on and the hurt of losing him is softened, just think of all the wonderful memories of your Dad that you will have to share with the boys. I was so fortunate to meet him and you, too, in my days of working at AHR on Cummings Drive.
Love, Patricia

September 21, 2010

Travis and family, sure wish I could be at hte services but am a little under the weather. You Dad was one of a kind. I can still remember the day I met him. he wsw so kind and compassionet. Please know that all of you are in my prayers.

LARRY ANDREWS

September 21, 2010

THE GALLAHAN FAMILY I KNOW EACH OF YOU WILL MISS YOUR FATHER AND MOTHER VERY MUCH. I KNOW I THINK OF THEM EVERY DAY AND I WISH I COULD HAVE BEEN THERE BUT I WILL BE THINKING OF BILL EVERY DAY.. I LOST MY BEST FRIEND AND KNOW HE WILL BE AT PEACE NOW. WE HAD SOME GOOD TIMES AND I WILL MISS HIM..... LOVE JEANNIE AND LARRY ANDREWS

John Peebles

September 21, 2010

I too knew Bill from our AHR/Wyeth days. He was great person, always upbeat and positive, even during the difficult days of the transition. It was always a pleasure to have lunch with him and just talk about life. And whenever we happened to meet in our travels his friendly hello always picked me up.
John Peebles

Glenn and Cile Borders

September 21, 2010

Michelle and Brian,
We were saddened to hear of Bill's passing but rejoice that he is now out of pain and with your mom and the Lord in heaven. We hurt along with you, just knowing how much you loved your dad and will miss him. We're praying for the Comforter to lift and carry you during these tough days. May you rest in His arms.

Cindy Grove

September 21, 2010

Mr. Gallahan touched my heart. He was my very most favorite client. I truly looked forward to his visits to our insurance office & enjoyed listening to his many stories & family memories. I will miss him greatly. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do.

Jennifer Creasy

September 21, 2010

Gallahan Family, I'm so sorry that Bill is gone. He will be missed very much. I hope that there can be some peace knowing that Sandra and Bill are together again. God Bless your Family.
Love Always, Jennifer and Alexis

Rupert & Midge Burruss

September 21, 2010

Travis and family,
Sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was a great guy and a great one to talk to, we had alot of good talks in the tower there at Wyeth(A H Robins). He will be miss by so many, but his memories will live on. Our condolences to the family.

C Cannaday

September 20, 2010

We're thinking of you and your family Travis. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Chrissy & Joe Cannaday

Scott Maclelland

September 20, 2010

My family and I will greatly miss " Big Bill " as we called him at Wyeth .Bill was a good friend to alot of people and someone you could always talk to. He was always jolly and he would let you know that his wife and family came 1st after his faith in God.My condolences go out to the family. we loved him too.

Christine Gibson

September 20, 2010

Travis,Will and Family

Please know that others share in the loss of your Father and uplift your family in prayers. He was the guilding and golden light that you spoke of many times, a great man who is loved by all and will be missed by many. Let you heart not be heavy as eternal life in now his. No more pain only gain resting in the arms of the Lord. Be blessed and know that you will meet again.

September 20, 2010

God bless you all during this very difficult time. We will try to see you at the visitation. Love, Betty and Marvin Wells

Thomas Hudson

September 20, 2010

My friend, my buddy and most of all; like my brother. We had some great times. You got the train ride in. Susan and I will always Love and surely miss you. Thomas Hudson Lynchburg, Va

Thomas Hudson

September 20, 2010

My buddy, my friend and most of all like a brother. I will surely miss you Bill. There was always a reason to come to Richmond, We had some good times; Susan and I will always Love and will miss you.
Thomas and Susan Hudson (Lynchburg, Va)

BARBARA STEVENS

September 20, 2010

TO EACH OF YOU,
PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ALL ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. KNOW THAT GOD HOLDS YOU EACH CLOSE AT HEART AND WILL COMFORT YOU EACH AND EVERY DAY. YOUR MOM AND DAD WERE TWO SPECIAL PEOPLE AND NOW THAT THEY ARE ONCE AGAIN TOGETHER KNOW THAT THEY BOTH ARE SMILING AND ONCE AGAIN TAKING CARE OF EACH OTHER. WE LOVE YOU ALL.
BARABRA AND AUNT HAZEL STEVENS
LARRY AND BETTY THOMAS
BRANDY AND LACI STRATTON
BRIAN,JOSEPH,MATTHEW AND JASON STEVENS

John,Nikki,Amber,Rachel Berry

September 20, 2010

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Ginny Dale Miller

September 20, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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