Francis Galbraith

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.

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.

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...

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

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.

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...

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.

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.