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John Galit Obituary
Born in Akron, he was a U.S. Air Force veteran. A truck driver, John enjoyed spending time at his cabin in the upper peninsula of Michigan.
Preceded in death by his brother, Jim; he is survived by his wife of 53 years, Mary Galit; son, Edwin "Mike" Galit; daughters, Christine Beatty and Sara Parker; grandchildren, Tiffany, Craig and Shelbi; sister-in-law, Alice Galit; and sister, Jill Hadley.
At his request, private family services will be held, cremation has taken place. His urn will be placed at Glendale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Summa Health System Foundation, 525 E. Market St., Akron, Ohio 44309.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Galit
February 7, 2013
my thoughts are with you and your family Chris. Jim Mcmahan "JC" pam's friend
Marcia Kanis
February 6, 2013
Chris ~
My heart breaks when I think of your loss and I'm crying right along with you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I will always be here for you. Love you, babycakes!
February 5, 2013
Pam and Shane, you are in our thoughts!
Richard Dutcher
February 5, 2013
to mom as i sit here in the family room all i can think of all the good talks dad and i had about everything under the sun i love him like he was my father and i miss him
robert ritenour
February 5, 2013
sara i am so sorry about your dad he was a awsom man he will be sadly missed
barb and bill Newenhisen
February 5, 2013
Dear Ones
Our heart goes out to each of you and all who will miss him and his wry humor. We send you our thoughts, prayers and love. Call us when ever you need. We are there for you.
Dede Morrison
February 5, 2013
Mary and family,
So sorry to hear of Jack's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God keep you in his arms.
sandy dutcher
February 5, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss.you are inn my thoughts and prayers
sandy ricketson
February 4, 2013
crissy i am so sry for your loss may he rest in now hes up there with sueies lol love you
February 4, 2013
We are so sorry for the loss of John. Our thoughts go out to your family and all those that will miss him dearly.
Dave and Betty Scheck
Lynn Newenhisen
February 4, 2013
Mike and family, I am so sorry about your father. It is a difficult time and a loss that you will feel for a long time. My heart and thoughts are with you and your family.
Take care and know that we care,
Shelley Hooper
February 4, 2013
my deepest sympathy to the Galit family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jennifer Badalich
February 4, 2013
Mike,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very hard time. Your father will certainly be missed.
Sheryl Deppisch
February 4, 2013
My heart goes out to you, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I grew up with your family being a second family and home to me and I have so many wonderful memories that I will cherish forever. Lots of love to all of you!
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