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1922
DIED
2007
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Francis Galbraith Obituary
Funeral: Private.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Young Life, Southside San Antonio, 10500 Hwy 281 N., Ste. 120, San Antonio, Texas 78216.
Francis was born June 9, 1922, in Kansas City, Kan., to Hall Galbraith and Elizabeth Höner Galbraith. He attended Ward High School, Kansas City Junior College and S.E. Missouri State in Cape Girardeau. He enlisted in the Navy, where he spent three years and nine months and was discharged as a lieutenant junior grade. He received the Purple Heart and other commendations during World War II. He returned to finish his education at Kansas University, from which he received B.S. and M.S. degrees. He met and married the former Mary Ann VanBecelaere. He taught all sports at Old Redemptorist High School, later moving to North Kansas City High School. He coached varsity baseball and football line coach, before becoming varsity head coach in 1956. In 1967, he became assistant principal at North Town until retirement in 1982. Mr. Galbraith was a private man. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed life and a sense of humor.
He was preceded in death by his mother and father; and son, Kevin Galbraith.
Survivors: Wife, Mary Ann Galbraith; son, Randy Galbraith of Reed's Spring, Mo.; and daughter, Sandra Ann Tarpley and her husband, Jim of Fort Worth.
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Memories and Condolences
for Francis Galbraith
Ready for football practice at Redemptorist
April 25, 2008
Margaret Otto
July 4, 2007
Dear Mrs. Galbraith, Sandy and Randy,
I just recently learned of Coaches passing. Although I am late in hearing the news, I wanted to let each of you know what fond memories I have of being in your home as a little girl. My thoughts are with you.
Francis Followell
May 21, 2007
A very wise man once said, "Three things are real: God, human folly, and laughter. Since the first two are not comprehensible, it behooves us to do all that we can about the latter."
Francis Galbraith once defined his life by saying, "I've had my share of laughs." It was my good fortune to share many of those laughs with him.
Krista Webb
May 20, 2007
What fond memories and fun times we all had together. I loved going to visit in Missouri and our trip to Red River. Mr. Galbraith was such a wonderful man always loving and a fun conversationalist. I always enjoyed seeing Mr. and Mrs. Galbraith show up in Fort Worth in their motorhome and hear about their trip. I know that your heart is aching, but the wonderful memories you will all enjoy will last you forever. I feel blessed that I got to experience some time with him and his family. We Love You! Krista and Jim Webb
Wes Whaley
May 11, 2007
I am saddened to hear of the passing of Coach Galbraith. I loved the man. I'll never forget the times spent with Mike Kumpy wrestling in the yard with him. Growing up, I idolized the "big three"--Coaches Galbraith, Ferguson, and Pfaff. Whenever my father and I talked of NKC those three names always entered into the conversation. Friendship, honesty, discipline and respect--What a great man and what a great family.
Wes Whaley
Charles Bishop
May 11, 2007
My condolensces to the Galbraith family. I quarterbacked under Coach G in the early 1960s. He gave me books to read on football theory and calling plays even though he concentrated on line players/defense. One of my proudest moments came after we scored a touchdown on plays that I'd called and he showed me the exact order he'd written down before the series occurred. That's what effective teaching/mentoring is all about. Chuck Bishop, Ph.D.
Mike and Janice Pegler
May 11, 2007
Dear Mrs. Galbraith and family,
I was very sad to hear of " Coach's " passing. I have only wonderful memories of a very fine man that was a positive influence on me during my High School years and throughout my life. I was one of the fortunate ones that had Coach Galbraith as coach for all four years beginning when he was coach of the freshman team at NKCHS. The success our teams achieved through his guidence has been a source of great pride to me for more than 50 years now. My sympathy and condolences to the Galbraith family; Your sense of loss is shared by many many people.
Carol & Bob Pyeatt
May 10, 2007
Dear Mary Ann,
Please know that you & your family are in our thoughts & prayers at this time. You & Francis were a special couple at St. John's Fitness Center & so faithful in working out. After reading some of the messages, Francis certainly achieved a position of respect & high esteem in the community. Mary Ann, I'm so glad you are near your daughter now. May God's love & strength be of comfort.
Dan Jund
May 10, 2007
Sandy, your dad most have been a wonderful person and an exceptional dad to raise such a great daughter. My sympathy to you and your family.
Terry Myers
May 10, 2007
To the Galbraith Family:
I know I speak for many many students when I say I was saddened to learn of Coach's death. I can also say that a flood of happy memories came rushing back to me as I thought back to those years at NKCH.
While I never rec'd the "Paddle" I did have my moments with Coach in my face. It was always deserved!!!
With my deepest sympathy,
Terry Myers Class of 1971
shirley spencer
May 9, 2007
Dear Sandy: I was saddened to read about your Dad. Hopefully you feel some solace in knowing how much the NKCHS students appreciated him. I loved his genuineness and his caring manner, which he must have passed along to you. I know my sister, Joanne (class of '83) feels the same way. Sincerely, Shirley McKnight Spencer (class of '73)
Bud Shipman
May 9, 2007
Mrs. Galbraith, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Throughout my entire life there has, and will forever be, only one man that comes to mind when I hear "Coach".
Pete Quatrochi
May 8, 2007
Coach Galbraith taught me how to play football; more importantly, he taught me to be a good person. I will forever be in his debt for helping me become the person I am today.
My sympathy to his Family,
Mickey Kerr
May 8, 2007
Coach Galbraith was a very good man. He had a great influence on many people. I will always have extremely fond memories of him.
Mickey Kerr - NKC High School 1965
Gary Talbott
May 8, 2007
Mrs. Galbraith, Randy & Sandy
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you all. The first thing that came to mind when my father told me of Mr. Galbraith's passing was first his smile, second his laugh and then fond memories of roaring river. I feel fortunate to have been around him when Randy and I were growing up. He was a fine man who will be missed by all those that came to know him.
Greg and Kim Jenisch
May 7, 2007
Dear Mary Ann, Randy and Sandy, I always admired Francis. His wisdom and presence always impressed and somewhat humbled me, giving me a certain stature to strive for in my life. And I'll never forget the times around the campfire in Cassville. His sense of humor and honest interest in your opinion made him a pleasure to be around, and unforgettable. Our prayers are with you all.
Debbie & Mike Koennecke
May 7, 2007
Sandy & Jimmy, It's hard to express the heartfelt sympathy that we have for your family at this time of loss-Dad's are so precious and such a strong and wonderful influence on our lives-it's nice to know that Mr. Galbraith touched many people's lives in so many good ways - its no surprise that he would have such a wonderful and caring daughter and son-in-law and we feel lucky to have shared in your friendship over the years. Sandy, give your mom a hug for us - Love ya,
Jerry & Nell Diehl
May 7, 2007
Mary Ann, Randy and Sandy. We are so saddened about the loss of a great influence on so many lives. We remember the trips to Roaring River after those Friday night games; the coaches meetings after those Friday night games; the times setting on the back porch making major decisions such as when do we go to the land at Cassville, etc. As a first year coach I learned more from Francis in one season that I had learned in all my college classes, life experiences, etc. The way in which he taught athletes the game, the game of life totally consumed his teaching/coaching. After leaving coaching he displayed the same attitude toward the students he dealt with as a vice principal. I will always remember his stern, but guiding ways that molded not only his young students but his young coaches. May God be with you all.
Mary De Shon
May 7, 2007
Everybody loved and respected Coach Galbraith. My heart is saddened at his passing. God Bless you all!
Class of 1971.
Mary De Shon
May 7, 2007
Everybody loved and respected Coach Galbraith. My heart is saddened at his passing. God Bless you all!
Bob Edinger
May 6, 2007
Randy
and Sandy, I am sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I was one of the
many that passed through the halls of NKC and was influenced in a
positive way by your dad. I was also lucky to know him on a personel
level, having gone to school with you both and being to your house on
occasion. I think my fondest memories of your dad were the many summer
nights that Randy and I would challege your dad to a game of tennis
doubles when he was done working at Macken Park for the evening. We all
loved the competion, and Randy and I were always excited at the thought
of possibly winning. As you have read, your dad was respected by many
and touched more lives than you may have realised. My thoughts are
with you all.
Steve Westfall
May 6, 2007
Mary Ann, Randy and Sandy,
I join the many who are deeply saddened by the passing of Coach Galbraith. All the best to your entire family. I consider myself very fortunate to have met and been influenced by Francis during my years at NKCHS in the early 1960s. Whether it was in football, in class, or in his office, he lived and taught the importance of character, integrity, discipline, perseverance and humility. There have been countless situations when his guidance was with me. Over the years, I only needed to ask; "What would Coach Galbraith do"? to keep me on the straight and narrow. Those of us who passed through the NKC football program were truly blessed to have him as our coach and mentor. He has been in my thoughts over all these years and I am very grateful for his presence in my life.
Larry Harless
May 6, 2007
Dear Marry Ann: I wanted to express my deepest sympathy to your family.
"coach" was one of the greatest influences in my life. I am retired from teaching, but now beginning my 40th year of coaching football (now at Benedictine college in Atchison,Ks)I was proud to have coached Randy and to watch Sandy grow up as well. I know everyone in the class of 1963 admired and respected him so very much!
Mary Lynn Munger
May 6, 2007
Dear Galbraith Family,
I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. I graduated in the Class of 1979 from NKCHS and always remember how kind Mr. Galbraith was. He would always take the time to greet students in the hallway with a smile. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Lynn Munger
Ruth (Leming) Beal
May 6, 2007
Mary Ann, Randy and Sandy,
You are left with many fond memories of Francis which I'm sure will lift you up at this time. He was a fine gentleman. I enjoyed him as a teacher and coach in our school. It was always great seeing you and Francis after your retirement down in the Ozarks when we visited my parents. My thoughts are with you. May God be with you.
Jeanenne Malmberg
May 5, 2007
Dear Mary Ann, Randy and Sandy,
We'll always remember meeting Feancis and Mary Ann at South Padre Island, TX, surprised that we both lived in Nixa, MO. This was the beginning of a dear friendship and many stops to visit on my neighborhood walks. Please accept our sympathy knowing our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bill and Jeanenne Malmberg (Nixa, MO)
Herb Primrose
May 5, 2007
Mary Ann:
We want to express our condolences about your loss of Francis.
I always enjoyed Francis's visits when you were working for me at the JC Penney store. He was a most interesting individual and a breath of fresh air. I hold you both in my heart with fondest memories.
Warmest regards,
Herb and Cathi Primrose
Cassville. Missouri
[William Alexander
May 5, 2007
Francis was a part of my first 9 years of teaching. His humor, integrity, and quiet discipline remain in my mind as I still watch others try to fill a role he did so well. Know that this man had an impact on many. My simpathy to your family for your loss.
Susie Pryor
May 5, 2007
Dear Mrs. Galbraith, Randy and Sandy: My mom, Sondra (Wurzer) Keefe-NKC Class of '55- forwarded me an email on Thursday which was making the rounds of her class, containing the Ft. Worth news of "Coach" Galbraith's passing. It's funny--he was "Coach" Galbraith to so many Hornets, but to my class and others, he was "MR. GALBRAITH". Fortunately, I never had to appear in his office for dress code violations and other such issues as I have been reading about in other postings! And I am quite fortunate I did not partipate in my class's junior skip day at some lake I can't remember everyone went to for the day in 1975. All I remember is the ones who went were enjoying a very lovely time and all of a sudden they see MR. GALBRAITH'S in either his truck or Coach Diehl's truck bounding down the road towards the dock they were on...at least one of my classmates dove into the lake thinking he could get away...it didn't work...busted! Many good memories at NCKHS, Old Pike, Briarcliff, etc. We were such a fortunate bunch of people to know Mr. Galbraith and his family! We've had our good times and bad times and hopefully we will all be together again...a wonderful reunion someday! Much love and prayers to all of you.
Don and Karen Summers
May 5, 2007
Coach Galbraith was a big part of our High School years. He was a great influence on everyone's life he touched. We are saddened by his passing, but know he lived a long and very productive life, teaching many young people the right road to follow. He was a man who gained the respect of all who knew him. We all benefitted from his leadership and advice given during our high school years, advice which has lasted throughout our years.
Vera Callaway
May 5, 2007
Mary Ann, Randy, and Sandy, Our heartfelt sympathy is with each of you at this difficult time. Francis will be deeply missed by so many, but all the lives he touched throughout his life will remain in many of our hearts and minds. Those wonderful memories will definitely live on. May God Bless each of you. Vera (Leming) Callaway & family
Pat White
May 5, 2007
It was with much sadness that I read of Frances' passing. It was my
privledge to have taught with him at North Kansas City High School for
many years. He epitomized those great qualities of humanity and his
love of family and devotion to friends, the high regard for his
students whether on the athletic field or in the classroom, his
professionalism as both a teacher and administrator placing him as one
of the best of role models - not just for students, but for teachers as well. His sense of humor - I can still hear after all the years his
voice and laughter - and moments to treasure with our last visit
together in Nixa, with Frances, Mary Ann and schnauzer, Gus. Liz and I
send our deepest sympathy to Mary Ann, Sandy, and Randy.
Woodson Moore
May 5, 2007
My deepest sympathies are with you at this time of loss. I knew Francis best as Vice-Principal during the time I was at North Kansas City High School as one of the teachers. I greatly appreciated his firm hand in disciplinary matters which did not mean that he did not keep his sense of humor. He was one of my favorite colleagues at NKCHS. May God be with you all.
Louis Mandl
May 5, 2007
I was a student at RHS. Coach Galbraith was a man I truly respected and have many memories of him. I once remarked during practice drill called "blood & guts" that I hoped a certain very large individual would not be tackling me. Coach over heard me. Guess what. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Bert Cretcher
May 5, 2007
I was fortunate to have played for Coach Galbraith, at what I believe was his first head coaching position at Redemptorist High School, l949 through l951. There are about 12 of us, who benefited from his leadership, and discipline, that still play golf together. He has been the subject of discussion many times. In short he was, and still is a great example for us all.
Mert McCann
May 5, 2007
What a great man he was. I played football for him in 1961 and 1962 and was his student assistant in gym class. I went on to play at Baker University and he had prepared me well for college ball and life. He truly influenced my entire life.
Laurel (LaFountain) Dunseth, NKC HS 1970
May 5, 2007
To Mrs. Galbraith and children, my deepest sympathy on the passing of your husband and father. I was in his office frequently for dress code violations and I will always appreciate his wry sense of humor and endless patience.
Half time 1956, NKCHS Hornets
May 4, 2007
wayne wright
May 4, 2007
Coach and family: He respected the life that was given him to live. He loved his family, he loved coaching and the kids that were entrusted to him. He knew how to enstill in others those qualities of respect for life that so many saw in him. As team photographer and volunteer Young Life leader...it was a pleasure to have him and his wife, Mary, spend time at YL Frontier Ranch in Colorado.
Bob & Jo Ann Waltrip
May 4, 2007
Mary Ann, May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of the joyful times together as you celebrate a live well-lived. Francis is at last free of pain. Take care - we miss you.
Jim West
May 4, 2007
I'm very sorry for your loss. Coach Galbraith was my very first football coach at Redemptorist.
Northtown's gain was our loss.
Dean Boring
May 4, 2007
Coach Galbraith was to me an example of the man I wanted to grow up to be. I had him as both a coach and a gym teacher. He believed in physical education to all children no matter what their individual capabilities. No matter what the particular challenge he presented for us on the field or in the class I always looked forward to his coaching and tutilage. My sympathies go out to his family and I am certain he will be greatly missed. On to the awards podium coach. I'm sure you will get many.
Gene Oltman
May 4, 2007
I attended NKCHS from 1956 through 1960. We had excellent coaches at all levels (Galbraith, Ferguson, O'Dell, Pfaff, etc, etc.) but Coach Galbraith seemed to us kids to be the leader of the group in terms of his demeanor, and presence among the student body. (Coach Ferguson was a very close second and I really appreciated Coach Pfaff's efforts to make me a better track person) Those years were exceptional in terms of building winning teams and and in indivdual learnings for those of us that particpated in sports at NKCHS. To be at the age I am today and know that my "leaders" of that era are passing on is sad to say the least. I will always remember Coach Galbraith for his attitude and what he passed on to the students at North Kansas City. It was the beginning of what we all needed to understand in our future lives.
My sympathies to his family. He will be missed.
Renna Stallings
May 4, 2007
Dear Mrs. Galbraith, Randy and Sandy: I was very sad to read today of Coach Galbraith's passing. I don't remember a time in my life when I didn't know your husband and dad. His larger than life presence is a happy memory from childhood. Looking at the remains of the dog pen, I often think of Coach and Winky the dog. I have missed seeing all of you since you left the neighborhood. I have many happy memories of are years living next door to each other. The many games we played in the street, the trips to the pool, the crazy blue go-cart, and the dinner bell ringing you home at night. I hope this finds everyone else well.
Robert Hevener
May 4, 2007
Coach Galbraith came to our very small school around 1950 (Redemptorist High School).He beleived what was inside you made the difference not your size or the size of the school. God bless you coach. You will always be remembered with the Redemptorist alumni Kansas City,Missouri.
Larry Munger
May 4, 2007
I had the pleasure of being a fellow teacher with Francis for 26 years at North Kansas City High School.
I idolized him and considered him a close friend. We had a friendly rivalry discussing MU-KU football.
There will never be a coach of his character or ability in the NKC district.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Mary Ann, Randy and Sandy.
John & Ona Swearingen Tonge
May 4, 2007
It is heartfelt sympathy that we extend to the Galbraith family at this time. Coach, we may have moved on but we’ll always remember. We’ll remember that you taught us, by your example, while we were young, what character meant. We knew without your saying outright, just how love of family, a strong personal faith and trust in one another can change lives. We knew you were passionate about your family, your God, we as individuals and we as a team. You didn’t have to tell us that…we knew because it showed every day in your actions. A person is fortunate if there will be just a few people who have a profound impact upon their life. For me, you were a special one at that time of my life because I had just lost my father. Great teachers, like you, impart so much more than what is evident in the classroom or on the field of competition…you teach life because it remains with us for life. Yes, we may have moved on but we’ll always remember you.
Marilyn McConnell
May 4, 2007
Dear Mrs. Galbraith, are thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Many a morning Coach Galbraith would give me a ride to school, we lived by you on North Walnut. My husband Jim played football for him and thought he was a trmendous man.
Sincerely,
Marilyn Durham McConnell
Jim Carney
May 4, 2007
Coach Galbraith was one of the persons who has most influenced my life. I was lucky to have him as a coach during my junior and senior years in high school in North Kansas City and the lessons I learned from him in athletics have held steady in life through the years. He was truly one in a million and the world is a much better place because of him. I remember Mrs. Galbraith as a quiet and beautiful lady who obviously loved her husband very much. To Mary Ann and to the rest of the family, I want to thank you for sharing Francis with those of us he coached--he made a lasting impression on all of us and we are all the better for knowing him and having him lead us.
John Burns
May 4, 2007
My parents Bill & Barbara Burns attended Ward High School and always spoke fondly of Francis.My good friend Mickey Kephart also spoke so highly of "Coach".Our prayers are with all of you.
Marvin Thompson
May 4, 2007
Francis was one of the first faculty members I met at NKC high school in 1959. He was friendly and made me feel welcome. Was sorry to hear of his passing. A great man and coach!
Jon Skaug
May 4, 2007
Dear MaryAnn,
The news of the passing of Coach Galbraith is very sad. He was a very special person in my life and my football coach for three of four years in highschool at NKCHS. He was tough, fair, disciplined and full of energy. I have so many memories of him. A great thrill was to have him attend our 40th reunion in 1998 and have the chance to personally thank him for his great influence in my life. It's good to know of his interest in Young Life and realize his faith was a foundation for his life.
Cecelia (Keech) Blackwell
May 4, 2007
To say that Mr. Galbraith was a mentor to young people is a gross understatement. He was a mentor to all who needed it and a friend to everyone. His passing leaves a huge void in the lives of everyone whom he touched. I will never forget his kindness, his gentleness, his humor, his strength--both physical and character, his love for kids and family, and that 1000 watt smile and twinkling eyes. Thank you, Mr. Galbraith, for sculpting the lives of so many North Kansas City High School Hornets--we are forever in your debt.
Mike Weighill
May 4, 2007
"Coach" is usually defined in the narrowest of terms. I was fortunate to have been influenced by a man who coached not only football, but life. There are hundreds of young men who will remember Coach Galbraith and reflect on the encouragement, life lessons, and leadership he provided. NKCHS '64
Norman Capps
May 4, 2007
I played football and baseball for Coach in 1953/54. When I first met him I was so very impressed with his physical stature,his strong hand shake and his confident voice.I learned to love him in those two years and I an proud to know he felt the same way about me.We were so blessed that he came to coach the Hornets.People talk about "role models" Coach was the greatest there could be.He possesed all the atributes a young man would strive to have.He was a tough coach and a very caring person.My prayers are with his family.
Jerry Fuller
May 4, 2007
I am saddened to hear about Coach Galbraith's passing. Playing football for him was one of my most rewarding High School experiences. He taught us discipline, self respect and because he was a winner the pride that comes in being a part of that. Years later, after High School, while living in North Kansas City I would take my kids to Macken Park and we would run into Coach Galbraith. We would talk and I would always make sure my kids understood he was my High School football coach and what a good man he was. My deepest sympathies to the Galbraith family.
Edward Webb
May 4, 2007
I meet Mr. Galbraith in 1976 as I entered my sophmore year of high school.What a great influance to so many students over his great times at N.K.C. The comunities of his homes will miss a great man. Yours truly Edward L. Webb Class of 1978
Charlene Blacksher
May 4, 2007
Dear MaryAnne,
Francis was always one of my favorite people here at the fitness center. I loved his sense of humor. I am sure he will be greatly missed. I hope you are doing ok. You are a great lady, and I pray that you have the strength and faith to get through this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family and friends. God Bless You.
JERRY NORTON
May 4, 2007
I PLAYED FOOTBALL FOR COACH IN 59& 60, HE HELPED US GET READY FOR THE FUTURE.
Fr. Michael Hermes
May 4, 2007
To the Galbraith Family,
Our sympathy and prayers are with you. God bless you.
Fr. Michael Hermes
Bishop Ward High School
Kansas City, KS.
Tracy Henry
May 3, 2007
Dear Maryanne,
We were so sorry to hear about Francis. We were truly blessed to have you as neighbors. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerly,
Jerry, Tracy, & Joshua Henry
Pat Dorman
May 3, 2007
Sandy, Jim and family, We will continue to have you in our prayers. Sandy, you were very blessed to have a dad of such truth, honor, intergrity, and courage. Wish we could have known him. Our love, The Dorman's ~ Jerry, Pat, Jeremy and Lance
Rulene Reynolds
May 3, 2007
I never had the opportunity to meet Francis and for this I am sorry. Wow, what an honor it must be to have had such a wonderful man as a friend, husband, father and father-in-law. You all must be beaming with pride as you read these words from friends and family. Your dad sounds like a very remarkable individual and I know you will miss him. I know your hearts are heavy and that this is a very hard time for you but just remember, you will see him again. I know if he could talk to you he would tell you not to grieve for him because he is with His Lord and it must be wonderful. God only gave Francis to us for a while and I am sure he welcomes his son home and is celebrating his return. So, please rest easy and lean on your friends and family for your needs. We so want to be there for you. We are so proud to call you our friends.
John Shockley
May 2, 2007
I recieved an
e-mail today informing me of coach Galbraith's passing. I'm finding it very difficult to find the words that express all of the emotions that are rushing through me, but it is very much the same way I felt when the Trade Centers came down. There has never been anyone in my entire life that has had such a profound impact on my life. They say that football builds character, but it was just the vehicle that coach Galbraith used to start us on our journey in life. The work ethic, dicipline, and numerous other character traits he instilled in us were invaluable, and made me who I am today.I truly feel blessed to have had the privledge and the honor of playing for and knowing him. I know how terribly hard this must be for all of you and please accept my deepest condolences.
John Shockley,
64-65 Hornets
Curt & Brenda Ballard
May 2, 2007
Dear MaryAnne: I was sitting in my office this morning thinking about all the dear folks Brenda and I were so privileged to know at The Cambridge. What a surprise when I read the paper tonight to read of Francis' passing. Even after sickness and disease had taken its toll on his physical body, we both felt very close to you both during the short time before you moved. Under any circumstance the loss of a loved one is hard. But in reading the other tributes about Francis it made us feel so privileged to have known such a warm and generous person. MaryAnn you are so blessed to have your children to support you during this time. God will sustain you. Just remember, there is a scripture in the Bible that in part says "to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord". You have so much to look forward to. Thank you for allowing us to play a small part in you and Francis very full life.
Chuck and Belinda Mercer
May 2, 2007
Dear MaryAnne,
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Galbraith. We so enjoyed visiting with him at the Fitness Center. He had such a contagious smile that would light up the entire workout area. I also respected his commitment to fitness throughout his lifetime. You and your family members will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Leo--Venita Day
May 2, 2007
Maryanne, Randy and Sandy. We are so sorry to hear of Francis' passing. You were to first ones to welcome us to Nixa, and brought us something delicious from Brahms on our first day here. You were such good friends and neighbors and we miss you. Leo always enjoyed thier time together in front of either of the garages. They both liked to talk about lots of things. Maryanne, we had lots of good times together and lots of laughs with Judy, Joann you and me!! Just know that he can speak what he wants to say now, and he won;t have to worry about it. We love you have You, Randy and Sandy in our thoughts and prayers. We hope to see you again, and take care of yourself. Love, Leo and Venita
Hal (Harold Wayne) Grissum
May 2, 2007
I had the great privilege of being on Coach Galbraith's North Kansas City High School football team in the mid 60's. His character, compassion and leadership abilities are remembered to this day.
Rita Shelton
May 2, 2007
It was my pleasure to know Francis and MaryAnn for many years as they worked out at St John's Fitness Center in Springfield. We missed them when they moved. We're never ready for someone to leave this life and move on to the next. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Art Pfaff
May 1, 2007
Francis was my hero, my mentor, my friend. I was his assistant in football and he was mine in track. He never lowered his expectations for any young man whether he was an athlete ornot. I could write a book about this great man who loved life, his family, and all the boys who played for him at North Kansas City High School. He had many great teams but that doesn't tell the story about a man who was a father figure to the Hornets for many years. We socialized for 50 years with nothing but fond memories of him and his family. May God be with you Mary Ann, Randy and Sandy.
Ron and Helen Dowell
May 1, 2007
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Francis. He is so fondly remembered as both Coach and father. We mourned dearly when Kevin passed away. Now father and son are together again.
Dolores & Willy Gugel
May 1, 2007
Sandy, Jimmy, our heart felt condolences to you and your family on your great loss. May God bring His peace and love into your hearts during this time of pain and sorrow.
Greg Perkins
May 1, 2007
Please accept my sincerest sympathy and condolences on the passing of Coach Galbraith. May God bless you and comfort you during this time of sorrow and loss. I had the great honor of knowing Coach Galbraith and the rare privledge of playing football for him in 1964 and 1965. He was a special man and he taught us about discipline, honesty, courage, winning and being a man. My life has been better because of my time with him. I know many share this feeling. God bless you coach and thank you for all you gave to so many of us Old Hornets. I wish you and yours eternal peace and happiness.
Donna & Kit Kittrell
May 1, 2007
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Galbraith Family who I feel truly blessed to have come to know through Francis' daughter and son-in-law,Sandy & Jim, our good friends. May you all, MaryAnn, Randy, Sandy, and Jimmy find comfort and peace with your loss. We love you.
Johnny Phillips
May 1, 2007
My heartfelt sympathies to your family's loss. Your father will be in God's house now and will watch over all of you until you meet again. My prayers are with you in this saddened time and I pray I can help you move forward.
Norm Downing
May 1, 2007
I am one of his football players from Northtown. I've lived in Fort Worth since 1970 after graduating from Wm Jewell and in visiting KC have often sought out Coach Galbraith,but never could find him. I was shocked to see that he had lived for a time so close to me. He was a wonderful teacher and taught me so many life lessons by both his words and example. You lived close to us in Briarcliff and I remember the times I could come by and he'd be working in the yard and we could just visit. He was just a wonderful man and I'm saddened by your loss. Please accept my best regards.
Norm Downing NKCHS 1965
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