David Adam Galang

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David Galang Obituary

David Adam Galang (aka David Lange) - Educator & Stylist Mr. David Galang was born on October 26, 1954 in Seattle, Washington, the son of Donald John and Audrey Smieja. Education at Skyline College/cosmet-ology and San Francisco State University/master of arts, adult education. David was a 10 year instructor for cosmetology at Skyline College. He enjoyed mentoring and helping students with their career paths and business development. David worked previously at the Elizabeth Arden Salon-Macy's and at the St. George Salon as a hair designer and color specialist. He has been in the cosmetology industry for 30 years. David loved to volunteer helping his students at Skyline College with special projects and theatrical productions. He recently became a licensed realtor with Coldwell Banker/Peninsula. He loved to travel and experience new places and cultures. He was an avid animal lover who bred Doberman Pinchers and Siamese Cats. Mr. Galang was 49 years old at the time of death. Mr. Galang's last residence was San Francisco. Mr. Galang is survived by his husband Nelson Galang of San Francisco, CA. Surviving children are Rosie and Harry both of San Francisco, CA. Viewing will be on Saturday, May 26 from 4pm-9pm, with a priest officiated prayer at 7pm at Duggan's Serra Mortuary, 500 Westlake Ave, Daly City. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the David Galang Charitable Foundation, 584 Castro Street, Suite 355 SF, CA 94114.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on May 25, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for David Galang

8 Entries

NELSON DAVID GALANG

September 1, 2025

Nelson Galang

June 1, 2007

Perhaps you sent a lovely card or sat quietly in a chair.
Perhaps you sent a contribution or brought food to show you care.

Perhaps you called or spoke as kind a word as any friend could say.
Perhaps you came by our home and spend some time one day.

Whatever you did to console my heart,my thanks to you for your special part.

As life goes on,I hope that we will find ways to celebrate the memory of our David. I know he would want us to live every day to the fullest and continue the celebration of his contagious love for life. May time speed our healing.

"Passing time can never fade
All the special memories made;
Loved ones can never really part
For they live inside our hearts"

David and Victoria, October 2006

Victoria Curtis

May 26, 2007

I am devastated. I love David with all my heart. We met about 25 years ago at Union Square Macy's in SF. I thought he was absolutely gorgeous in body and soul. He became my hairdresser and my friend. He became family, like a brother to me. He has been by my side though so many life experiences ever since. I can not imagine my life without him in it.

Gretel Palacios

May 26, 2007

I was deeply sad when I heard the news about Mr. Galang. I didn't want to believe it at first I couldn't. He meant so much to me as a teacher more than he will ever know. He taught me everything I know and believed in me. If it weren't for him I wouldn't even have my license. He was the BEST teacher Skyline ever had and he will always have a special place in my heart. I wish I had the opportunity to tell him this. My heart goes out to Nelson, I know Mr.Galang loved him so much. The way he would talk about Nelson you could see the love in his eyes. They had the kind of love some of us dream of. I hope Nelson knows how much Mr.Galang loved and cared for him. I will never forget this loving caring man. He made a huge difference in my life and for that I will always keep his memory alive in my heart. Good Bye Mr.Galang be at peace.

Cristina Elliott

May 25, 2007

Mr. Lang was a great educator and absolutely a great person. he loved teaching and I appreciated every single ounce of help he ever offered me. Most of what I know about my career was because of him all all the other great teachers at Skyline. He always gave me great advice and pushed me to do better. I remeber joking with him and a couple of the other students in my class and he had a great sense of humor. He will be missed and definately remembered.

Jaydee de Leon

May 25, 2007

Mr. Lange is how I knew him before he got married. Actually, we used to call him "LangeGalang." He definitely cared for his students. He taught me everything I know about color and even after 5 years since I have graduated from Skyline Cosmetology, I still think about him every time I have to come up with a difficult formula. Mr. Lange always made me laugh and always encouraged me to be the best at everything I've learned. He will always have a huge part in my successes and future endeavors. You will truly be missed. Condolensces to his family, husband and friends. Thank you Mr. Lange!

Gabriella Levin

May 25, 2007

This man was one of a kind. Not only was he a devoted teacher who really care about my future but he was an even better friend!a message to him:
" Thank you for always giving me the support i craved.thank you for never letting me give up on my self with your constant push to strive.Thank you for sharing stories with me and making me feel like i could tell you anything.Thank you for always making me smile.Thank you for being just what i needed to graduate from that program." You have changed my life ,and all of my success is dedicated to you! may god bless you and the rest of your family.My prayers go out to the family and just know that David really made a difference like he ALWAYS wanted to!!!!

Kathy Fitzpatrick

May 25, 2007

David brightened anyone's day that happend to bump into him while walking around Skyline College. He cared about his friends and co-workers. He took the time to ask how you were and truly listened. He will be missed. My heart goes out to his family.

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