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William Gallagher Obituary

GALLAGHER William J. of South Boston, March 24, 2012. Loving father of Jason A. Gallagher. Beloved and cherished son of Maryann Gallagher of South Boston. Special nephew and Godson of Barbara Clougherty. Cousin of Chris Clougherty, Rita, Marty, and Noah White, and Sean and Brenna Clougherty. Devoted friend of Karen Black and Stephen Bausemer. Grandnephew of Eileen Murphy and Arthur Murphy. Nephew of John and Nancy, Charles and Hannah, and Joseph and Joanne Gallagher. Also survived by many other dear friends. Funeral from the Cassidy-Keaney Funeral Home, 743 East Broadway, at L St., SOUTH BOSTON, on Wednesday, March 28, at 8:00 A.M. Followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Monica’s Church at 9 o’clock. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Tuesday 5:00-8:00 P.M. Interment Cedar Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in William’s memory may be made to a charity of your choice.

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Published by Boston Herald on Mar. 27, 2012.

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Eric Palmer

May 30, 2025

I am so sorry to learn of Billy´s passing. We spent many years as best friends growing up in Southie and Dorchester. We met a South Boston Heights many years ago.

I will always remember heading down to the landing my castle island and catching jelly fish. We also had lots of fun in Southie after school just roaming around or hanging at the library.

I moved away from the city and lost track of many, but Billy was the person I kept in touch with the longest. He even visited a couple times when I lived in Stoughton. I will always remember our friendship and his smile.

Thomas DiGaetano

March 30, 2012

My deepest condolensces to all of Billy's family, especially his son Jason. I was truly to sorry to hear the news. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May Billy rest in peace. With Deepest Sympathy, Thomas DiGaetano

Michelle Navarro

March 27, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to Karen and Jason. Thoughts and prayers and this difficult time.

Ernie, Michelle & Taylor Navarro

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