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James Gallagher Obituary
James 'Jimmy' Gallagher, a life-long resident of Danbury, CT, died unexpectedly on November 22nd, 2018 at the young age of 69, after enjoying a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday with his family.
Jim is survived by his mother, Dorothy (Lucas) Gallagher; his wife, Kathy Gallagher (Thomas); and his step-daughter, Michelle Cattuti (David Williams); his niece, Dawn Ellis, and many loving aunts, uncles and cousins too numerous to mention.
He is predeceased by his father, James E. Gallagher, Sr., brother, Kevin Gallagher; his maternal grandparents Anna and William Lucas, and his paternal grandparents Helen and Leo Gallagher.
Jim was born in Danbury on June 9, 1949 to Dorothy Lucas and James E. Gallagher, Sr. He graduated from Danbury High School, and prior to his retirement was a self-employed contractor. On April 17th, 2000 he married the love of his life Kathy, who was introduced to him through her daughter Michelle, and then became his daughter and one of his best friends.
Jim was an avid golfer who took his game very seriously as his friends will attest. He was the most content on a golf course or driving range, hitting balls for hours. Jim also enjoyed endless hours driving his car through the countryside, enjoying the sights along the way. He was a devoted son who cared for his mother and was always there to help anyone in need. Jim had a huge heart and will be missed by everyone who had the good fortune to know him.
Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2018 at Green Funeral Home, 57 Main St., Danbury. Interment will be private.
Friends will be received from 4 p.m.-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2018 at the Green Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jim's memory may be made to the animal shelter or rescue of your choice.
For further information, go to www.thegreenfuneralhome.com
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STEPHEN KARIG
November 29, 2018
JIM WILL BE MISSED MAY YOU REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND IT WAS MY PLEASURE TO HAVE GOTTEN TO
KNOW YOU AND PLAY THE GREAT GAME OF GOLF WITH
YOU MAY GOD RAISE YOU UP TO THE HAVENS REST IN PEACE JIM
Paul Valeri
November 28, 2018
Shocked and saddened to learn of Jimmy's passing. Quarterback for DHS varsity football, Jimmy was a stalwart member on DHS varsity golf team, comprised of Pastorino, Dent, Gallagher, and Valeri bringing up the rear. Fondly recall us knocking off that year's state champs, Westport, the fall of 1965 at Ridgewood. In recent years, had the pleasure playing a few rounds with Jimmy at Richter. He had not lost his drive and prowess for golf. A great competitor with a true heart of gold!
Bob Brunetti
November 26, 2018
Sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing, I spent many wonderful sunny days on the Richter Park golf course with him, he was always a gentleman and truly had a love for the game. He will be missed.
Tom TALARICO
November 26, 2018
Jim was a kind thoughtful person. Always dedicated to his momThe best son anyone could want. He will be missed by his lovely wife and mom. Our deepest sympathies to his entire family. Tom and Pat Talarico
Louis Noble
November 25, 2018
RIP!! Jimmy......Ill be looking for you in spirit at centennial golf course. As you use to weave your way around the course. I would spot you two holes away and exchange pleasantries. Amazing how mundane memories all of a sudden become cherished moments.....
November 25, 2018
My heart actually aches, I will miss him . Rest in piece my friend. Diane Busse
bob keating
November 24, 2018
What i will miss most about is those long rides in the country side because i was with him in many of those trips. We would go to breakfast everyday and then to a golf course somewhere in ct or ny 2hrs away but it would take us 4 hrs ro get home because we had to stop at some ice cream place or a hotdog stand that he knew about or heard about, those rides were long but we would laugh all the way home. I wish we could take one more ride. I miss you already, rest in peace buddy, and we will ride again soon xoxo Keatman
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