Paul W. Gallagher Sr.
Paul W. Gallagher Sr.
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Paul lived a life full of gratitude, positivity, and resilience. Fittingly, he asked that he be celebrated, rather than mourned. Please join Paul's family in celebrating his life. Visiting hours will be held from St. John's Church, 2254 Mass Ave in North Cambridge on Thursday, January 8th 2026 from 4-8PM. Please enter through the main doors on Mass Ave. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Church on Friday, January 9th 2026 at 11AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend.
In lieu of flowers, Paul's family asks that you honor his memory through a donation to the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation (https://www.cholangiocarcinoma.org/donate/). When donating, please dedicate your gift by choosing In Memory of "Paul 'Clamma' Gallagher".
As Paul said and lived, Carpe Diem!
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Neil Yianacopolus
January 9, 2026
Lisa and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with Paul and all of you.
Susan L. Turner
January 8, 2026
Lisa, I just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
I´m so very sorry for your loss.
Paul was such a good person to talk to and have fun at the block party´s we used to have many years ago.
Miss seeing everyone. Also all the many decorations he put up. He out did me!
Love to you and your family.
If you need anything let me know.
Peace be you!
Sue Turner your neighbor
Apt. 1 Pine Street
Auntie Kathie
January 8, 2026
My heart is sad right now Paul knowing I won´t hear hi Kath again. I love you Carpe Diem
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Bob Houston
January 6, 2026
Grew up in North Cambridge with Paul and his family. One of the nicest kids in the neighborhood. Always smiling and happy.Lots of fond memories hanging out with his brothers,especially at their cabin up in New Hampshire. Go enjoy yourself Clamma and say hi to Chip.
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Neal and Mary Succo
January 6, 2026
My wife and i live across the street from Paul, a great man and can´t ask for a better neighbor always had to stop to talk or just a simple wave, our sincere condolences to the family
Ed LaFrance
January 6, 2026
Uncle Paul is love, and everyone who knows him that I've ever met and known have felt him radiate, shine, and completely engulf us with his smile, joy, warmth, compassion, and the purest vigor for life, plus sharing it with everyone (I actually have to wonder if he ever had a bad day - not that I ever saw, in 35+ years). He truly is a beacon for us to follow how to live, and to celebrate in the love he has and lives on in us, while looking forward to being together again one day. Love and miss you uncle, you are wonderful, a saint among saints, a man above men, an amazing husband, father, dad, grandpa, uncle, brother (having spent time with you and yours, what a ride:) and more - and I thank you for all the love you have brought into our lives, knowing you are now enjoying the fruits of your labors forever while we all wait to join you. - Ed
Dawn and Bob Oconno
January 6, 2026
What an amazing man and family
God bless to all
Dawn and Bob Oconnor
William Rodenmacher
January 6, 2026
To Lisa and the whole Gallagher Family, my sincere condolences on the passing of Paul. He will be dearly missed, as his presence could light up a room with his enthusiasm and zest for life.
My good friend, and brother from another mother, may you Rest in Eternal Peace.
Susan Forziati
January 6, 2026
This world seems emptier without Paul but I can assure you, he gave more than he got and left behind so much love, laughter, good will and warmth and kindness. His memory leaves me with hope of one day seeing him again in a better place. Love ya Paul.
Your favorite "sister" in law (haha) Susan
Lauren Murphy
January 5, 2026
So sorry to hear about your wonderful husband, Lisa. He was such a sweet man with a loving heart for all of his family and friends. He´s at peace now. Sending peaceful thoughts to you all.
Linda Flynn
January 5, 2026
To our dear friend Paul, thoughts of you dancing and laughing are our favorite memories. Not a day will go by that we will not think of you and your beautiful family. Thanks for all the laughs and friendship. We are so sad, rest our dear friend
Forever in our hearts Flynny and Linda XO
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