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John Gallander Obituary

Gallander, John D. Jack Thursday, September, 29,2011 Dear father of Pamela (John) Mandelker and John Gallander III, brother of James (Janet) Gallander, Pop Jack to Alison and Susan Mandelker, and Jordan and Walker Gallander, brother-inlaw and uncle. Married for 49 years to Barbara (Tschantz) who passed away in 2006. Mr. Gallander grew up in Shelbyville, IL. He was a star athlete, and was invited to try out for the St. Louis Cardinals when he was a senior in high school. He attended the University of Michigan, where he received his B.S and M.B.A. degrees. After serving in the Air Force, he joined U.S. Steel where he worked for 35 years in sales and marketing, in Pittsburgh, Youngstown, Buffalo, and other Midwest cities. In 1996 he retired to Hilton Head Island, S.C. where he enjoyed golf and part-time work for Lakeside Metals . In 2004, Mr. Gallander moved to St. Louis, and enjoyed watching every Cardinal game with his beloved dogs, Barley and Ginger, and being active with his grandchildren. Services: A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2011 at 10:30am at Ladue Chapel, 9450 Clayton Rd, with a reception to follow at the church. Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Missouri, or Cardinals Care. www.kriegshausermortuary.com

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch from Oct. 5 to Oct. 6, 2011.

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Brainerd LaTourette, Jr.

October 8, 2011

Jack sat behind me every Sunday at church.I always enjoyed visiting with him after the service. He was a sincere Christion gentleman. He will be missed!

Karl Morgenthaler

October 7, 2011

Jack was not only a steel salesman to my company,he was also a friend to me.I enjoyed talking to him. He was away interested about me and my family. We all will miss Him!
Karl Morgenthaler (Amclo)

October 6, 2011

Pam Medekler and John Gallander,
Just wanted you to know that you are in our prayers during this time of sorrow for your family.
Mike and Mari Jo Winfrey

October 6, 2011

I will miss Jack greatly. His comments on current events, were always interesting. Bill Harkins, AMCLO

Connie McKinney

October 5, 2011

I knew Jack as a sales rep at Lakeside Metals as I am a steel buyer for a filter manufacturing company. I only knew Jack for about the the last 6 years of his life. I enjoyed talking to him and learning about his years in the steel industry as well as his love for baseball. I was truely amazed at Jacks energy and his desire to continue working at his age. I remember when his wife died and how difficult it was for him as he missed her so. Its comforting to know that they are now together again. He was an inspiration to me.

Kevin Kain

October 5, 2011

Jack was a great guy and a great friend. He will be missed.

John Ake

October 5, 2011

Pam Medelker and John Gallander,
My prayers will continue to be with you during this time of sadness and sorrow. Jack was a great friend to me and a much cherished friendship I will truly miss. He was such an inspiration with his kindness and contagious laughter. I will think of your dad every time I go to a Cardinal game, go to Johnny's or visit Hilton Head. He always referred to your mom as his Beautiful Barbara and now joins her with the grace of God continuing to shine on them in heavenly peace.

Jack,Julie and Jennifer Ake

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