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1965

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2017

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Jill GALLAGHER Obituary

GALLAGHER, Jill E. (Norton) 51, of Tucson, lost her battle with depression on February 10, 2017. Jill was born February 16, 1965 to Larry Norton and Joan Sonntag. The family lived in the Conde, SD area before moving to Tucson in 1983. Jill graduated with a B.S. in Technical Writing from SDSU, Brookings, SD. Jill will be forever remembered for her beautiful smile, quick wit, quirky sense of humor, and intense love of animals. Jill is survived by her parents; sisters, Julie, Jayne and Jody; nephews, Liam, and James and former husband Tim. A Memorial Celebrating Jill's Life will be held Sunday, March 19, 2017 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Hotel Congress in Tucson. Donations can be made in Jill's name to www.luckydogrescue.org, or your favorite animal charity. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Dodge Chapel.
Published by Arizona Daily Star on Mar. 5, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Jill GALLAGHER

Sponsored by Jody (Norton) and Ken Kleker in loving memory our sister Jill. You are loved and missed..

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duane gibson

February 27, 2021

When I first saw this a few years ago I could not help think of my Angel Bride whose smile always radiated the universe. But more my favorite singer-songwriter Brianna Lea Pruett who lost her battle with depression Sept of 2015. It is heart wrenching to see such beauty leave our world. Jill is an angel now as is Brenda, my angel bride and Brianna. One of my favorite lines in a song by Bri. "The wiping of the tears on memorys and years."

Jody Kleker

October 25, 2017

The pain of your absence is overwhelming. I love and miss you.

Mom

June 23, 2017

Your beautiful memory fills my aching heart.

Love,
Mom

James Butler

March 18, 2017

Our condolences and prayers to Joan and David and all of Jill's family and friends. A life gone too soon. May she rest in peace. Jim and Linda

Carmen Fuchs

March 18, 2017

My sincere condolences to Jill's family and friends. Cherish the good memories and all the laughter. May they live longer than your grief.

Jody Kleker (Norton)

March 15, 2017

Jill's Celebration of Life on Sunday, March 19th will begin at 12:00 pm and continue until 4:00 pm. At 1:00 pm, Joy, a family friend, will say a few words about Jill. This time will also be open for others to share stories or thoughts regarding Jill. Food will be provided and a cash bar will be available. Feel free to come and stay as long as you want. People will be coming and going throughout the four hours. Casual attire is fine. Jill would want you to be comfortable. The location is Hotel Congress, 311 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 8570 Phone: (520) 622-8848. Please let me know if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing all that are able to attend.

Gina Rossi

March 11, 2017

My condolences to all of Jill's family and friends. Jill was amazing. Always kind and welcoming to all. I would always sit at her table watching Tim and others play live music, and she was always the most wonderful, fun and considerate friend. Heaven gained an angel!

Michael Parent

March 10, 2017

I am a man in Cochise County born the same year as Jill, and also moved to Arizona from cooler climes (beginning to gather research of little spoke of'Reverse-SADDS' ) (even my Harvard VA MD had no info) I have been fighting the battle on and off for many years ... my sincerest condolences to all who knew Jill, such a beautiful loss. My heart breaks & I just saw her face. God's Peace 2u soon. M

Penny (Zeck) Hearnen

March 7, 2017

God has another angel in heaven. Jill will be so deeply missed by so many. To Jill's family a piece of your heart is gone but all those special memories you have of Jill will never disappear! Always remember she is watching over every one of you guys. Take baby steps lean on family and friends to help you through. Condolences to Julie,Jayne,Jody Losing a sister is tough stay strong. Also Condolences to Larry Norton on losing his daughter and to Joan. May God Bless you all on this difficult time.

Kleo Pullin

March 6, 2017

I met Jill when living in Tucson, shortly before she and Tim married. I went to many shows with my group of Tucson friends and always wound up sitting and chatting with Jill. She had a fine appreciation of my sarcasm and the smarts and breadth of education to catch my obscure references on any topic, and she could and would dish it back. We could be watching an opening band, and I would make a bad pun about a rock type, and she laughed with understanding. She had a joyous and intelligent and appreciative laugh, in fact, she had a spectacular laugh (and smile). She had a rich and sophisticated sense of humor, and this made friendship with her delightful and easy. Although I moved from Tucson soon after meeting her, we kept up on Facebook. I loved all of her posts about her older, somewhat(!)-immobile-with-age dog, Buster. My life is enriched for having known Jill, and I am sorry for everyone for her passing.

Johanna Duffek

March 6, 2017

Hey Jill, you were the best roommate I ever had. I am so sorry that you're gone. This world lost a good heart when you passed on. You were one of the coolest, smartest, most beautiful people I knew. When you and Sparky moved in with my cat Bannor and I, it was a match made in heaven. Except for when Sparky kept getting into the litter box. I remember how stunning you looked in your wedding dress. I remember when you baked fortune cookies from scratch with fortunes inside them. You were so kind to send condolences for my Dad when he recently passed away. I so sorry you were so sad, because you brought genuine joy to all who knew you. Love Johanna

Audrey Imsland

March 6, 2017

May all your memories help guide you through this difficult time in your lives. Jill will be missed by all those that knew her.
With deepest sympathy!!

duane gibson

March 5, 2017

Such beauty will ever endure. An angel.

Danette Farrell

March 5, 2017

Oh beautiful Jill, you will be forever missed and loved. I am so glad that I got to know you and will always remember karaoke at the Union Station. I hope and pray that you are at peace now.You left this world way too soon.May God Bless You and Keep You Forever in His Arms. Amen

March 5, 2017

So long and God bless. May your light shine in eternal grace as it did on this earth.

Marlys Burke

March 5, 2017

We first met you when your family lived in Colorado. As I recall you are a great artist who made my kids a great drawing of a horse. I think I still have it in the archives. Will always remember your beautiful smile and the few times we were together in later years are special.

Julie (Norton) Egli

March 5, 2017

I love you Jill. You will be missed by so many. Your passing brings all of us great sorrow but you are at peace now. Your memory and spirit lives on in those you loved and those who loved you. You will never be forgotten.

Deborah Bequette

March 5, 2017

Prayers for the family

Julie Pigors

March 5, 2017

I will remember her smile and her laugh and all the funny memories I have of her growing up. Especially the sleepovers. Rest in peace my beautiful friend..

Mike Trella

March 5, 2017

You will be missed my dear friend.

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