Gallagher, Thomas, - 79, of Northfield, passed away on October 12 after a long health battle. Born in 1943, Tom grew up in Atlantic City and graduated from Holy Spirit High School in 1961. He was a Navy Radarman and honorably discharged in 1964. Tom worked at Lenox China for 39 years as a customer service manager and retired in 2006. Tom was a lifelong fan of Notre Dame football and the Phillies. He also served as President of the Northfield All Sports Association from 1977 through 1985. Tom rests in peace with his wife Kathleen (2013), brother Richard (1995), parents Thomas Flaherty (1944) and Anne McDevitt (1979), and stepfather Richard "Butch" Gallagher (1993). He is survived by sister Anne (Nancy) Swan of Linwood, NJ; three children Chris (Judy) of Linwood NJ, Scott (Larissa) of Clayton CA, and Kellie of Highlands Ranch CO; and six grandchildren: Kyle, Sarah, Kailyn, Emily, Cole and Will.

A celebration of life is being planned in December. Online donations will be accepted in Tom's name to the Wounded Warrior Project. Arrangements by and condolences at www.adams-perfect.com.

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Published by The Press of Atlantic City from Oct. 20 to Oct. 28, 2023.

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Sheldon York

July 25, 2024

Tom and I served aboard the USS Rushmore together and we were great friends, he took me home to Atlantic city and we went out for a night on the town. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My sympathy for family. Sheldon York Jacksonville Fl

Marie Nicholes

October 23, 2023

Dear Nancy
Hearing of Tommy's passing was so sad. Not only a classmate but someone remembered as always with a smile.
Remembering Tommy you and family in prayers.

Joan Ann Grodziak

October 22, 2023

Nancy and Family
I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. May your memories shared offer you comfort.
Thoughts, prayers and friendship. May he RIP.
Joan Grodziak

Bonnie (Frantz) Dunn

October 20, 2023

I worked at Lenox China back in the 70´s and remember what a great guy he was. Sorry to hear of Tom´s passing. My condolences to all of his family.

Ruth Hilbert

October 20, 2023

Tom was my boss at Lenox. He was such a wonderful person to work for. Rest easy my friend

Joan Appleget

October 20, 2023

Sorry to hear of Tom´s passing. He was so nice and always had a smile and a hello all the years we have known him. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you during this time.
The Appleget Family

Paul J Sweeney

October 20, 2023

Paul J Sweeney

October 20, 2023

Paul J Sweeney

October 20, 2023

I knew Tom & Kathy from HS; we all "partied hard", back in the day! Knew their children, (Chris & Scott, then Kellie), and, Tom´s sister, Nancy.
SOoo saddened to read/hear of this... had heard that "T" was quite ill. (Unfortunately we lost touch with each other!).
ers & condolences to all...

A past Family/Friend,
Paul J Sweeney

Kathy Geary

October 20, 2023

Chris, Scott and Kellie I'm so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a great guy. And that smile would get you every time. Personality Plus! His memory is with us all. God Bless You Guy's.
Love, Aunt Kathy

Patricia Dunn

October 20, 2023

So sorry to hear of Tom´s passing! We have many fond memories of him and your family! Patty & John Dunn (Haspel)

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