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JOHN J.
John was affiliated for many years with First Troop Phila. City Cavalry, an honorary member of State in Schuykill and served for 40 years in the US Army National Guard.
Loving husband for 67 years to Theresa (nee Delzingaro) Gallagher. Beloved father of Rick Gallagher, Diane Gallagher Solomon, the late John and Teresa Gallagher. Cherished grandfather of Justin, Joy, Ricky, Sean, Grace, Leah and Douglas. Great-grandfather of Ian, Zoe, Harper, Jack and Chloe. Brother of Margaret, the late Joseph, Hugh, James and Michael. Father-in-law of Marlene Gallagher, Charles Solomon and Sheeva Gallagher. He will be missed by his many nieces, nephews and friends
Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Tuesday, 10 to 11:30 A.M., BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila. 19114. and to his Funeral Mass, 12 Noon, at St. Katherine of Sienna Church. Interment Resurrection Cem. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in John's name to Paralyzed Veterans of America 7 Mill Brook Rd., Wilton NH 03086.
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mena majors
January 3, 2018
I worked at the Armory in Philly for one month in 1977. I was 19 and Sgt. Gallagher was my boss. I have never forgotten him. I respected him so much. I thought of him from time to time. This year I thought of him alot and decided to look him up. I broke into tears knowing he passed a couple months ago. To his family, I am so sorry. He was a very special and decent man. I only knew him for a month long ago, but, I still remembered him. That is how special he was. R.I.P., Sgt. Gallagher.
Francis A. Kahoun
March 25, 2017
My family's thoughts and prayers for your family at this time!
jackie carbone
March 21, 2017
Rick, sincere condolences to you and your family
March 20, 2017
Rick, Diane -- your father was a great person and someone who made an impact on all he met. Gerald Dougherty
Jackie Carbone
March 20, 2017
Rick, So sorry for the loss of your Dad my heartfelt condolences to you and your family
cathy egan
March 20, 2017
To the family
I am truly sorry for your loss. Uncle John was a wonderful person with a great great sense of humor as many have expressed.
I am sorry I will not be able to attend the services but my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Will always remember Uncle Johns tales from the Armory and many other tales of adventure. He is now in much better hands and his mind and body are now whole again
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Cathy Egan and family: great nieces (Alison & Caitlyn) and great nephew (Richard)
March 17, 2017
To the family, I am so sorry for your loss, as a husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother- - I will always him saying remember the 6 P's! His sense of humor was catchy, and he could get along with anybody. I know he will be missed tremendously! God bless to you all.
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Kathy(steinmetz) panek
March 17, 2017
My condolences to the family. Cousin John always had a gentle smile and a huge love for his family and wife. It was always a pleasure to be around him. - With Love Caroline Taddei
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