Tara-Gallagher-Obituary

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Tara Welch Gallagher

PORTSMOUTH, Virginia

Jun 22, 1979 – May 31, 2019 (Age 39)

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BORN
June 22, 1979
DIED
May 31, 2019
AGE
39
LOCATION
PORTSMOUTH, Virginia

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B.W. Foster Funeral Home - Portsmouth Obituary

Tara Welch Gallagher, 39, of Virginia Beach passed away Friday May 31, 2019. She is survived by her husband, Patrick Gallagher Jr.; a son, Patrick Gallagher III; her parents, Wanda and Dickie Welch; her sister, Tiffany Hollowell and husband Troy; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins,...

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To the family of Tara Gallagher, I continue to have you in my prayers especially Tiffany, Tara sister. Tiffany and I are high school classmates. Continue prayers

Tara and I shared many stories about raising boys. Her sleepless nights became a running joke, with her asking for my recommendation for a good under eye concealer:). I last spoke to her that afternoon as she and Katie were coming back from lunch. I never got the chance to finish that conversation. I miss her still.

Tara was a wonderful friendly person. I worked with her in Public Works/Engineering. She was a hard worker and a dedicated City employee. I was off work that week on vacation. She said she was going to come see me soon to talk and catch up bec I had been out on medical leave. We never did get to have that conversation. She loved her husband and baby boy deeply. She talked about the home renovations and Patrick. She glowed. I will miss her so much. Can't believe she is gone. Love you Tara. I...

I am so sorry for you and your son. I do not know you but read your story.

My wife and I have a son born under similar circumstances to your son. The story of your son running around the house looking for his mum burned deep in my soul and touched every fiber of grief.
My wife and I pray for you.
Remind your son every day about his mom because she will visit him from heaven in his dreams.
Take care Pat.
We are so sorry for your loss.

My condolences to you and your loving family, on the loss of your dear beloved one.May you find comfort in your wealth of fond memories together. May the hope that God's word gives us for those we lost in death be comforting, faith building and encouraging to you. Colossians 1:11. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

I am so very sorry for your loss.

I do not personally know you but my heart aches for you. You will all be in my prayers..May GOD contuine to bless the family

So sorry to hear about your loss. I know Tara's memories will last forever in your hearts. May the passage of Psalm 116:15 give you peace and comfort during this very difficult time. My sincere condolences to the entire family.

Tara was such a vibrant human being.. she was just pure and nice.. through her transitions in life she always seemed to remained positive.. we can all learn alot from Tara as we reflect on the type of person she was.. Pat, there are no words.. just be proud of the person in whom you chose to spend your life with and bring a beautiful baby into this world with.. may peace be with you..