Kenneth Francis Gallagher Sr.

Kenneth Gallagher Obituary

Kenneth Francis Gallagher, Sr., 83 years old, of 54 Green Street, Leominster, formerly of Westminster, died on Tuesday, October 2, 2007 in the Sterling Health Care Center after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's disease. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Mary A. (Rice) Gallagher, his brother Norman V. Gallagher of Leominster, two sons; Frank Gallagher, Sr. of Southbridge, and Kenneth Gallagher, Jr. of Fairfield, CT, four daughters; Kathleen Majikas of Sterling, Christine Murphy of East Templeton, Maureen Gallagher of Ashburnham and Doreen Picarello of Sterling, eleven grandchildren Frank, Kara, Matthew, Gregg, Justine, Patrick, Gabby, Madison, Kayleigh, Anthony and Donovan, and a great-granddaughter Gianna. He was predeceased by his daughter Theresa Gallagher, and his sisters, Rita Lovell and Doris Nichols.

Mr. Gallagher was born in Winchendon on February 2, 1924, son of Frank A. and Sarah Ann (Boardman) Gallagher and had lived in Westminster for 30 years before moving to Leominster in 2000. He graduated from the former Major Edwards High School in West Boylston in 1942 and served his country in the frontline infantry of the US Army from 1942-1945 during World War II and was stationed in New Guinea. He worked for the Boston and Maine Railroad for 42 years, retiring in 1984. Ken was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Society; he was an accolade for St. Edward the Confessor in Westminster and a current member of St. Richard of Chichester in Sterling.

A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, October 6, 2007 at 10 am in St. Richard the Chichester Church, 4 Bridge Street, Sterling. Burial with military honors will be in St. John's Cemetery, Lancaster. Calling hours will be held on Friday, October 5, 2007 from 5-7 pm in the Silas F. Richardson & Son Funeral Home, 106 West Street, Leominster. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to either the St. Vincent de Paul Society, P.O. Box 657, Sterling, MA 01564 or to St Richard of Chichester Church, P.O. Box 657, Sterling, MA 01564.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Oct. 4, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Gallagher

8 Entries

cathy smith

October 8, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

I Love all deeply,
Dad

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

Kerry Morin

October 6, 2007

Kenny and the whole Gallagher Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family. Please don't hesitate to ask if there is anything we can do.

Mike and Kerry Morin

Karen Winston

October 4, 2007

Kathy, Dennis, Matt, Gregg and the entire Gallagher family...our sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. I know you have many happy and memorable times with your dad and grandfather. your friends-Karen, Ashlee and Audra Winston

PAUL DOYLE

October 4, 2007

ken a great person for me to know and work with. god bless you and your family in this time of sorroy

Tony Iacoboni and Family

October 4, 2007

Kenny and family,

Michelle and I are very saddened to hear about the loss of your dad. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers. Know that you have a friend available if you need anything.

Diane & Duncan Rice

October 3, 2007

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. If Duncan knew he would also feel the same. Love Diane & Duncan

Tanya (Rice) Mayhew

October 3, 2007

You were the only uncle I had growing up and I let a lot of time slip by that I can never get back. I am truly sorry for that and I will miss the times and remember the ones that I have forever you will be in our hearts. Thank you for being a part of my life. I love you.

Cathy Smith

October 3, 2007

Hi, I truly will miss you Uncle Kenny, you were alway there for me during the years of growing up. I know that you are with Jesus now and out of pain and your having a great time with everyone you know and love. I was truly bless to have you in my life. I love you deeply. you will be missed a lot.
love always Cathy

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