John-Gallo-Obituary

John Gallo

Cleveland, Ohio

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age 84, born Sept 30, 1937, passed away January 29, 2022. John Gallo, a lifelong activist, trade unionist, worker, jazz musician, husband, and father, died peacefully at his son Jesse's home. As an activist in NYC, John was the Director of the Center for Marxist Education and active with the...

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I had the pleasure of seeing John regularly for his eye exams at my office. He was one of my favorite patients. His group played at my 40th birthday many years ago and since we had enjoyed talking about jazz. Rest in peace, friend.

Solidarity forever. Hope you are playing jazz with Pharaoh Sanders again.

Solidarity Forever, brother John.

John will be missed but remembered well by many. Peace be with you. See you later John

I worked with John at the AFL-CIO. Just saw John twice recently am rather surprised. We reminisced over times in the movement. Hope he reunites with Judy!!

My deepest sympathies to John´s family on behalf of the Cleveland labor movement. He was a dedicated union activist whose legacy here will be felt for many years to come. Dan O´Malley Executive Secretary North Shore AFL-CIO