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Thomas A. Gallagher

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Joseph J. McGoldrick Funeral Home, Inc. - Jenkintown

507 West Avenue

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

Thomas Gallagher Obituary

GALLAGHER
THOMAS A. Suddenly, Oct. 8, 2007, of Wyncote. Beloved son of John G. and Alice C. Mallen Gallagher; devoted brother of Donald (Barbara), Kathleen Carney (Thomas), Kevin (Patricia), and Grace D'Aniello (Michael); also survived by aunts, uncles, and 14 nieces and nephews. Tom was a talented musician who will be sadly missed by many friends in the music community, and he enjoyed working at IAHP and will be greatly missed by his co-workers. Relatives and friends may call Friday 9 A.M. at Immaculate Conception Church, 602 W. Avenue, Jenkintown, followed by Funeral Mass 10:30 A.M. Int. Holy Sepulchre Cem. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Institute for the Achievment of Human Potential, 8801 Stenton Ave., Wyndmoor PA. 19038. JOSEPH J. McGOLDRICK FUNERAL HOME

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Oct. 10, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Gallagher

22 Entries

E. M. De Paoli

February 27, 2008

Although Tom was once my student, classes for him never ended. Over a decade between 2:00 - 4:00 AM on a quarterly basis and from many places Tom would call, wake me, and discourse on everything and anything. But he loved music, and patiently taught me much. After each exhausting dialogue, I said this prayer: "Lord, still me. Let my mind be inquiring, searching. let my heart be open. Save me from mental rust. Deliver me from spiritual decay. Keep me alive and alert, and the same goes for Tom Gallagher." May he rest in the Light of Life. My condolences to all his family

Marjorie Millner

October 14, 2007

I'm still in shock, trying to internalize that there will be no new "Major TAG" posts on the Ray Davies forum. I'll miss Tom's wit and musical knowledge. I'm glad we have some of his music to enjoy, but I wish there could have been more-- more music, more fun, more Tom sharing the journey. I never met him in person but just the same he was part of my life. I loved seeing the photos from the Wiltern and other Ray Davies concerts. Peace be with you, Tom. To Tom's family and friends, you have my deepest sympathy as you grieve the loss of a very special person.

tone mcnamee

October 14, 2007

cheers tom you were one of the best you leave a great legacy wit/music/love peace on you brother as you would say TONE

Stewart Lane

October 11, 2007

I knew Tom since we were both
1.5 years old. We grew up living two houses apart in a little suburb just outside of Philly.
He and I were best friends and although I moved to Miami after high school we always stayed in touch.

For those who know his music...here's something you may have not known about him...

I'm a drummer and he got into guitar as I was first learning to play my set. He fell out of it shortly afterwards frustrated that his hands couldn't do what his mind was telling them.

Sometime later (less than 12 months), he got back into it. He heard my playing improve, he heard my sister on her Accoustic and he heard his calling.. he came back with a vengeance and what was once frustration slowly but surely transformed into true skill and accomplishment.

Tom was never a "lesson" kind of guy. He and I picked up the tunes as we went off the radio and began jamming at least 5 days out of every 7 beginning at age 14-15. We drove our parents nuts! and the neighbors too! All hours of the day and night, we kept jamming.

I could go on an on, but I just wanted to share something of his roots in music with everyone.

Tom was more than my best friend. We were like brothers. He was as much a part of my family as I was his. We did everything together, not just the music, from 1.5 up until I moved at age 19.

I can't believe he's gone. I'm so sad. There's a hole in my heart.

Love on you Tom and from where you are now, I'm sure "the stars look very different, today" (D. Bowie).

Stewart Lane

Lennart Lindström

October 11, 2007

Tag,

Even though we never met in person, I count you as one of my best friends. Intelligent, interesting, great sense of humour and with a fantastic musical knowledge.
I´am never going to forget you.

Rest in peace, Man.

Alexandra Weid

October 11, 2007

"And when I die don't cry. I am not really dead you know, it's only the body that I left. I'm only dead, when you have forgotten me." Bram Vermeulen
I will never forget you Tom, I miss you.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Steven Malliet

October 11, 2007

We're gonna miss you a lot man.I knew you as a warm, nice and very gifted person, and I'll keep remembering you as such.

el good son

David Gallagher

October 10, 2007

You really have made a huge difference to me and a lot of people you knew.

Peopel often say this when someone dies, but you broke the mould, man! I've had so many wonderful memories of you running through my mind, and I'll never,ever foget you.

Bruce Beck

October 10, 2007

Tom, we went to high scool together and I will miss you. May the blessings of heaven rest on you and your family.

Bruce Beck

Mia Tirabasso

October 10, 2007

Dear TAG (Tom),
It was my pleasure talking, laughing & joking with you over the years. My only regret is that I never got to give you that hug in person. Thanks for always being so kind to everyone who chatted on the message boards. Your music was & still is GREAT. That will live on forever.
To Tom's family, Your Tom was a very special guy to alot of people around the world.
Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you.

Tom Tirabasso

October 10, 2007

I knew Tom as TAG on a couple Kinks/Ray Davies message boards. We had many laughs over the years that I knew him. I feel terrible about his passing. Can't seem to shake it. To Tom's parents, Tom was such a humble and great friend to many people. Please be proud of him. I wish his whole family the best in dealing with this.

Rose Aufiero

October 10, 2007

Dearest Tom,
Your words cheered me and your music moved me. Thank you for the joy you often brought to my day. ~rose~
And a soul that is free can live on eternally....

Dave Kaufman

October 10, 2007

Tom was a wonderful, very funny and very kind soul. I always had admiration for his great wit, wonderful musical tastes and knowledge and his brilliance as a musician. But what I will miss most is the conversations at the forum that became such a routine part of my life. Sometimes they were serious musical discussions and other times they were just plain silly. But they never failed to make me laugh and keep me entertained. Tom, you will be terribly missed and never forgotten.

Nancy Barker

October 10, 2007

Tom

You had the greatest ability to take something simple and make it into the funniest thing I ever heard. I feel lucky that I got to know you. You were a light and you will be missed.

Bill Malley - No.: 44 -

October 10, 2007

May God bless you, Admiral TAGmaster! You will be sorely missed, Sir.

Franziska Richter

October 10, 2007

hey TAG!

cant expalin my feelings in englisch so i will do it in german... i am really sorry.
so...

Auch wenn der Tod ein Bestandteil des Lebens ist, werde ich es nie richtig begreifen können, DICH auf diese Weise verloren zu haben.

Leider hatte ich nie die Möglichkeit DICH richtig kennenzulernen, DU wirst aber IMMER in meiner Erinnerung bleiben.
Vergessen werde ich DICH NIE!

WENN es oben einen GOTT gibt, so wird er DICH mit offenen Armen empfangen!

Ruhe in Frieden

Franziska

(Franzie)

Germany

Joe DeLuca

October 10, 2007

Tom...

It was my pleasure to be your friend and band mate in all the projects we worked on together over the years. Today I'll play the Swell Box "Age Of The Wheel" CD we collaborated on at my recording studio, hoping you hear your great music. You will be missed my brother, by me and all whom you touched in your life.

Holly Hughes

October 10, 2007

Tom was a truly special spirit, and I feel grateful to have known him through our music-loving community. His keen intelligence, quick wit, and generosity of heart will never be forgotten. I bless the light that shines on you, believe me.
Peace to your soul.

Sharon Iles

October 10, 2007

Bless the light
that shines on you believe me.

Sharon & Kevin Iles
KinKs/Davies Forums

Deborah/N66BH Stewart

October 10, 2007

Major,
You were a light in my day, as I signed on to the forum, I knew you would be there with a laugh, you made me spew my drink many times!!
You were always kind, and ready with a comment.
I told you about the "jesus fish", and we howled!!! Its on order now, and it will always represent you.
Rest, MajorTAG.

Caroline Wortley

October 10, 2007

Tom was my dearest friend. We spent so many hours talking. He was always there to provide support and laughter. He touched my life immensely as I know he did for everyone who had the privilege of having him in their lives. My deepest sympathies go out to all who were fortunate enough to have known Tom. You are sorely missed my friend.

Alba Smith

October 10, 2007

Tom and I met from our mutual appreciation of The Kinks. I'll never forget singing, laughing, having an incredible time at 2 Ray Davies shows in Chicago. Tom was so wonderful to me as I was dealing with the illnesses of my parents which I will never forget. I have his CD and will always cherish it. He was a large part of the Kinks family and was known for his humor, wit, kindness, spirituality, music taste & talent.

Thank you for the Days, Tom!

with love, Alba

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