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Carolyn Gallagher Obituary
Carolyn A. Gallagher
VALPARAISO, IN - Carolyn Gallagher, age 57, passed away on September 23, 2019. She was born on March 4, 1962 in Valparaiso, Indiana. She was a CNA and a lifelong resident of Valparaiso.
She is survived by husband, John C. Gallagher of Valparaiso, IN; four children: Jennifer Serles, Anna Serles, Barbara (Scott) Stanley Sr., Brian (Missy) Serles; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; Father, Clarence A. Schroeder; two sisters: Mary (David) Sluyter, Terri (Don) Gilger; two brothers: Jim Schroeder and Victor Schroeder; numerous nieces and nephews; mother and father-in-law, Beverly and John Shroat. She is preceded in death by mother, Margaret M. Schroeder; sister, Sheryl Kuchel.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, October 6, 2019 from 1:00-5:00 p.m. at VFW Post #988, 705 Roosevelt Rd. Valparaiso, IN 46383. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements by DYKES FUNERAL HOME, INC 219-462-3125.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carolyn Gallagher
September 29, 2019
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. May your treasured memories of Carolyn always fill your heart with love and peace
Jennie Downs
September 29, 2019
My sincere condolences to the Schroeder family. I love you all.
September 29, 2019
Nona Rogers
September 28, 2019
Rest in peace dear old freind .you will be greatly missed.What fun we had growing up together.love Nona
Marcella Thompson
September 28, 2019
John im so sorry to hear about Carolyn will keep you and the family in my Prayers.
Ali Bachman
September 28, 2019
Praying for the family and friends may she RIP so sorry 4 everyone's loss
mama
Barbara Stanley
September 28, 2019
I miss you so much, Mama!!!
Kathy Creighton
September 28, 2019
May you Rest in Peace Carrie no more suffering no more pain.
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