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JOHN KILGALLON Obituary

KILGALLON, John P. "Jack", Jr. Of Brookline, suddenly on December 22, 2017. Loving father of David D. of Millis and Brooke D. of West Roxbury. Dear brother of Elizabeth "Betty" Sullivan of West Roxbury, Janet Burke of Brookline, Mary Murphy of West Roxbury, Gerard of Monterey, CA, Rita of West Roxbury and Sheila Symon of Murrells Inlet, SC. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Bell-O'Dea Funeral Home, 376 Washington St., Brookline, on Friday morning at 9:10 followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Mary of the Assumption Church at 10:00. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours in the funeral home on Thursday from 3:00 - 7:00. Interment Walnut Hills Cemetery. Retired Lieutenant Brookline Fire Dept. Late Member Brookline Lodge of Elks # 886. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the American Heart Assoc., 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701 would be appreciated.
Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 23 to Dec. 28, 2017.

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Mary Horan Foley

February 8, 2024

My memories of Jackie were as a little boy. He was the most handsome little boy that I can remember. He had the most beautiful big brown eyes and long eylashes and the greatest laugh.

alexa martin

January 10, 2018

We are so sorry for your loss. Jack was so kind and such a wonderful presence every morning and afternoon. He always had a treat for our dog, Jada (border colllie) and she even looked for him today. Our thoughts are with you.

Yan Wang

January 2, 2018

We received this heartbreaking news this morning. We are so sad about our lost of Jack. We were new to Runkle area. It was Jack's warm greetings and wavings light up our days. We all miss him!

January 2, 2018

We are sorry to hear of his passing and forever thank him for keeping the children at Runkle School and beyond safe. The Serrano Family

Kristen Haynes

January 1, 2018

I am heartbroken to hear of the sudden passing of Jack. My heart goes out to your family. Jack would always offer a kind smile and greeting each morning as I arrived to work and each afternoon when I was able to see him upon leaving. Other times we would share a wave if I was driving. His kindness and warmth will be missed each and every day. Sincerely, Kristen Haynes

Sarah Moghtader

January 1, 2018

As a teacher at Runkle, I loved seeing Jack every day. He was always ready with a kind word and greeting. He will be greatly missed as he stood out as a person who truly cared for others. I am devastated to hear of your family's loss of a great man. Condolences, Sarah Moghtader

Kim Kushner

January 1, 2018

We are so sorry to learn of John's passing. He has a special place in the heart of the Runkle School community. He made the walk to and from school special. John seemed to know each student who crossed his walk, plus their siblings, parents and all the neighborhood dogs. He always had a kind word, a funny story or a heartfelt inquiry for everyone. We often talked about our families and his daughter's upcoming wedding. The corner of Druce and Buckminster will not be the same. He will be missed. - the Kushner family

Laura Vish

January 1, 2018

Such a loss to the Runkle Community. John asked about my children daily, and was particularly interested in my son, Ellis', progress with BHS hockey. Ellis was planning to honor him at one of the home games, as an alumnus of the hockey team. John will certainly be missed each day. We send our love to the family. With love and care, The Vish Family

January 1, 2018

We were so sad to hear the passing of Jackie - we have loved seeing him on our street and always loved his smile and laughter. With love The Andersen's

Mary Horan Foley

December 26, 2017

So very sorry to hear of Jackie's passing.

Shirley McDonald

December 26, 2017

To the Kilgallon Family,
We were so sorry to learn of Jack's passing so suddenly. He was a wonderful neighbor & friend. Always a smile and a big wave passing through our neighborhood.
We hope that all the happy memories you
all shared will help in these difficult days ahead.
Sincerely,
John and Shirley McDonald
Loveland Road

denis doolan

December 26, 2017

so sorry to hear of the passing of jackie. one of the best kids growing up with.

Jeffrey Moreno

December 25, 2017

Rest in peace,John.

December 25, 2017

Gerard and family sorry for your loss



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Paul Perry

December 24, 2017

David and Brook, I am so sorry for your loss. Johnny was a great friend and will be missed. Sending hugs and prayers.May he Rest In Peace

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