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John Galford Obituary

Lieutenant John D. Galford passed away early August 21, 2018 after a long bout with Parkinson's. He was raised in a small logging town in Cass, West Virginia. After graduating high school he moved to Illinois. He had many jobs until he found his true calling when he joined the Glencoe, Illinois Police/ Fire Department. He earned the rank of Police Lieutenant, Fire Ground Commander and Paramedic. He earned many accolades and awards for his heroism. He leaves his wife after 56 years of marriage Jean Ellinger Galford and both his daughters Nancy Galford, Sandra Galford Mosak and his grandson Michael Mosak. He was a great man and loved by many and he will be greatly missed by his family, friends and fellow police and fire officers. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Parkinson's Foundation in his memory. Mass will be held at St. Bede Catholic Church located at 36455 N. Wilson Rd., Ingleside, IL 60041, on Wednesday August 29th at 10:00 a.m. Luncheon following the mass at Maravelas located at 4 Washington Ave., Fox Lake, IL 60020.

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Published by Daily Herald on Aug. 26, 2018.

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Jeanne Grant

August 20, 2023

Knew John from YMCA class he and Jean were a great couple and. Will be missed by many. Lkve,
Jeanne

August 31, 2018

My heart was saddened to hear this news of such a wonderful man. Hoping your heart will be filled with loving memories of your beautiful life together. Hugs and prayers to you

All my best
Lisa Milner

Jeanne Grant

August 30, 2018

It wws a pleasure working out at the "Y" with you and Jean. You made life fun. Thanks.

Joann Baumeister

August 30, 2018

I'm so sorry Jeanie and the girls! I loved him growing up and will never forget all the fun times we had! Rest In Peace Dad! That's what I called u as a teenager!

Alan Kebby

August 30, 2018

It was a privilege and honor to work for and with John for 21 years. God speed my friend. May you rest in peace.

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Richard S Weiner

August 28, 2018

John, it was a wild ride, rest peacefully, we'll take it from here.

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Malcolm Caskey

August 27, 2018

Many good memories over the years while on the job.

Rest in peace Poppy

Bryan Mosak

August 27, 2018

Richard Bookie

August 27, 2018

Goodbye old friend and mentor. You taught patience, poise and perservierance. You will forever be in our heart and memories.
RB

Puresa Kirkman

August 27, 2018

All my love to the family of an awesome man and police officer. I will always hold him in my heart. It was a blessing to work with him. To his lovely wife Jean Ellinger Galford and family you are in my deepest prayers. Much love Puresa Kirkman

Sandra Galford Mosak

August 26, 2018

We lost an amazing man and he will be missed terribly!! My only joy in this is that he now with his granddaughter Mallory. Hug her tight dad!! Love you

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