Kevin Joseph Galley

Kevin Joseph Galley obituary, Wauconda, IL

Kevin Joseph Galley

Kevin Galley Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 18, 2025.
Kevin Joseph Galley, 68, passed away on May 13, 2025, in Barrington, IL. Born on December 22, 1956, Kevin spent his early years attending Longfellow Elementary and later graduated from Elmwood Park High School.

Kevin dedicated many years to a successful career as a car salesman, where his great sense of humor and warm personality made him a favorite among clients and colleagues alike. Beyond his professional life, Kevin was an avid enthusiast of the outdoors, with a particular passion for boating, fishing, and horse racing.

Kevin is survived by his son, Matthew Galley; siblings, Shawn Brown, Kathleen Ruane, Michael Galley, and Colleen Galley; and his nieces and nephews, Dan, Erin, and Casey Brown. He was preceded in death by his parents, E. John Galley and Eileen Galley-Leeming.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Kevin may be made to the American Lung Association. His humor, kindness, and spirited nature will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

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May 21, 2025

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Colleen Galley

May 21, 2025

My oldest Brother Kevin , yes I am the youngest of five , remembering the poem I wrote "who am I without All of you" ... Kevin you carry the soul of ability to succeed & believe you showed me that knowledge, and knowing the reasons why will take you far in your stride ! My Love to you always & forever ! See you again one day on the other side of God´s Rainbow

Mike Galley

May 21, 2025

To my only brother Kevin I will miss you and hope you are in peace. My life won't be the same. Love you Kevin .

Kathy Pelnar-Welch

May 20, 2025

I knew you most of my life....through all years somehow you never lost touch...You will be missed

Kathy Ruane

May 19, 2025

Hey Kev going to miss you !! Still can´t believe you took off so fast to the big blue.I know you are finally at peace in your eternal rest.love to you big brother until we meet again God Bless. If I know you your the new bookie up there taking all the bets.Kathy

Shawn Brown

May 18, 2025

First you were my brother, now you are my angel. Until we meet again, I will always love you and miss you. Rest in peace, Kevin you are home now.

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