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Michael Gallogly Obituary

GALLOGLY, MICHAEL ROMASCO
39, beloved son, brother, uncle and friend, died unexpectedly in Hong Kong on October 27, 2020. He is survived by his parents, Frances M. Romasco and Paul V. Gallogly of Providence, RI; his siblings and their spouses: Jessie Gallogly and Paul Bennett, Patrick Gallogly and Alana Schlemm, Brendan Gallogly, Terrance Gallogly and Erin Callahan, Liam Gallogly and Briana Browning, Elinora Gallogly and Jacqueline Selbitschka, and Martin Gallogly and Darlene Tat; his nieces and nephews, Desmond, Sage, and Dominic Bennett, Weston Gallogly and Parker Gallogly, and numerous loving and supportive uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends.
Michael was a free spirit and an irrepressible fighter who held his convictions and truths deeply and was passionate about politics and issues of social justice. Born in Providence, he excelled at his passions from a young age. Michael played trumpet in the school band and developed a lifelong love of baseball after playing in the senior league. He went on to coach in Fox Point Little League, helping to guide his little brother's team to a championship in 2005. Over the years, he was an avid collector of baseball cards, comic books and most recently WWII watches.
From Providence to London, New York to Los Angeles and finally Hong Kong, Mike travelled the world, building businesses and forming global connections. Mike's accomplished career in the fashion industry began as a retail associate and intern. Through hard work and business acumen, he advanced to positions that included operations and production manager at various apparel companies, including A New York Thing, Amour Lux US, Les Chiffoniers and as CFO of Sunset Leather Group. In 2015, he became a partner at Seazon Pacific, a luxury clothing manufacturer in Hong Kong. Most recently, his love and talent for fashion and skateboarding lead him to become a partner in Victoria Hong Kong, a skateboard clothing company.
Mike was an accomplished skateboarder who was most content when his day was spent skating his favorite spots with his crew. He had an enormous capacity for love and kindness and was considered a mentor by many in both the business and skateboarding communities. As a teenager, his efforts to convince Providence to build a skatepark was the subject of a Bob Kerr article ("Some can surf on this beach, and some can't") in the Providence Journal.
Mike led a rich life and leaves a complex legacy. His friends and family knew him to be an incredibly unique and gifted individual, making his passing all the more difficult and the depth of sorrow all the more profound. He will be missed by all those who were fortunate to have known him.
He will be loved forever.
For those interested in making a donation in Mike's memory, the family asks you to consider the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Rhode Island or the ACLU.
A memorial gathering to celebrate Mike's life will be held when those who loved him can gather safely. Information and condolences please visit: www.galloglyfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Providence Journal on Nov. 1, 2020.

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Marky Kauffmann

October 26, 2023

I am thinking of you, Fran.... Lots of love. Marky

Simone Taylor

November 15, 2020

Please except my deepest sympathies to you and your family at this time of grieving. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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Will Morenon

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November 9, 2020

I worked with Mike very closely through his role at Seazon. He was incredibly reliable, diligent, hard working. He was the best at what he did and would make magic happen in tough situations. During trips to Hong Kong, he would go out of his way to make sure we had a great time. Spending time with Mike made long/tiring trips enjoyable. I was incredibly sad to hear of his passing. I considered him a friend and he will be very missed.

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Jackie Schmigel/Don Schmigel

November 4, 2020

God bless you Michael
You always had that warm smile for us no matter how long it had been between times we saw you.
Know that the Angels have welcomed you.
Lots of Love from Aunt Jackie and Uncle Don.

Thomas J. Vernon

November 2, 2020

Sincere condolences to Frances ,Paul and family.So very sorry to hear of Michael's unexpected passing.May he Rest in Peace.

Greg Schmigel

November 2, 2020

Dear Aunt Fran, Uncle Paul, and our beloved cousins Jessie, Pat, Brendan, Terrance, Liam, Nora and Martin. Words simply cannot express the sadness we have experienced through Mike's passing. We truly hope that you are all finding peace and comfort in the company of each other during this difficult time. Please know that Michael's memory will ALWAYS be a blessing to Suzy and I, and so many others he knew and loved. With all our love and sympathy, Greg & Suzy Schmigel

Dennis McCarten

November 2, 2020

Paul and family. My heart breaks for you. So sorry.

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Harry Romasco

November 1, 2020

Fran so sorry to hear about Michael. He had accomplished so much in such a very short time. May his memories stay with you and give you the strength to carry on. Be well Fran.

Mary Garripoli

November 1, 2020

I love and miss you, Michael. Live on in the light. God bless. XXX Aunt Mary

Jan Schiavino

November 1, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Paul Hoffman

November 1, 2020

I coached his brother Brendan in Little League and have very fond memories of the Gallogly family. I'm sure Michael was at the games supporting his younger brother. He seemed like a terrific man with many passions. My thoughts are with the entire family.

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