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Jack Gallagher Obituary
Jack O'Bannon Gallagher, 17, passed away unexpectedly at home on February 6, 2012. Born April 15, 1994, Jack was a senior in Dryden High School at the time of his death. He was enormously talented academically and musically and would have been headed either to Brown, Hamilton, or Wesleyan in the fall. Jack played tympani in the school's wind ensemble, sang in the school chorus and the a cappella group Beyond Measure, and with CSMA's Young Men's Chorus. He taught himself guitar, banjo, and keyboards and could be heard playing and singing late into the night in his room. His voice was powerful and beautiful, and everyone who heard him sing was moved by it. Even now the sweet sound of his voice still reverberates through the souls of those who love him. Jack had a wide circle of friends whom he loved, particularly, Will, Isabel, Joe, Keith, and John. He is survived by his parents, Rachel Dickinson and Tim Gallagher of Freeville; his sisters, Railey Savage of Ithaca, Clara Gallagher, a freshman at Cornell, and Gwendolyn Gallagher of Freeville; his great aunts, Mildred Sherwood and Jean Pearson of Freeville, and Anne Murray of Newark, DE; his aunts, Amy Dickinson (Bruno Schickel) of Dryden, Anne Dickinson (Brian Adams) of Rochester, NY, Janet Gallagher of Irvine, CA, and Maureen Coleman (Steve Robak) of San Diego, CA; his cousins, Annie Scogin of Washington, D.C., Sam Scogin of Portland, ME, Emily Mason of Freeville, Avila Schickel of Dryden, Michaela Schickel of St. Andrews, Scotland, Caitlin Schickel of Ithaca, and Angela Martinez of Brooktondale; and numerous second cousins. Funeral services will be held at 11AM, Friday, Feb. 10, 2012, at the Freeville United Methodist Church with Rev. Dale Austin officiating. Burial will be private at Willow Glen Cemetery, Dryden. Friends are invited to call Thursday, from 3 to 6PM, at the Perkins Funeral Home, 55 West Main St., Dryden, NY. Memorials may be made to the Freeville United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 166, Freeville, NY 13068-0166 or to the Dryden High School Music Department, P.O. Box 88, Dryden, NY 13053-0088. www.perkinsfuneralhome.com
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for Jack Gallagher
Judy Silverstein Gray
April 5, 2012
Rachel and family-
I was so deeply sorry to hear about your loss. Offering this Eskimo Proverb and the hope it may provide some comfort.
"Perhaps they are not stars,
but rather openings
where our loved ones shine down
to let us know they are happy"
Amber Moosey
March 25, 2012
Jack, you will me missed deeply. We all miss and love you so much. Can't wait to see your beautiful face in Heaven.You were such a great guy. You changed everyones lives when you left. Now you see who your real friends are and ALL THE PEOPLE who CARE aboout YOU
Melody Smith
March 7, 2012
Rachel: I have been out of the country and am so sorry for your family's loss.
With deepest sympathy,
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February 21, 2012
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Mandy Kittelberger
February 16, 2012
Dear Rachel, I have no words, but am grieving for you, your family, and my former Freeville neighbors. Please take our love and know our thoughts are with you.
Samantha Williams
February 16, 2012
I'm so sorry to jacks family. I didnt no jack but I no my friends do and they are really upset.. :( I'm so sorryy!.
Bill Murphy
February 16, 2012
Words are inadequate. I am terribly sorry.
Bill Murphy
Michelle Martin
February 15, 2012
To Clara and the whole Gallagher family and friend's! I am so sorry to hear about the Loss of Jack. Just remember to share all the fond Memories to people that never got to meet your brother. He was a well known young man and he had so much Talent.
Sending Lot's of Love (Kait's Mom)
Janet Diehl
February 13, 2012
Rachel, Tim, Railey, Clara & Gwen,
Life is so cruel and unfair. You all have my deepest sympathies for the loss of Jack. I wish I could take away the pain you must feel.
David Fogel
February 13, 2012
Dear Rachel, Tim and family,
We are so deeply saddened by your loss. You are all in our thoughts.
Mike Parks
February 12, 2012
I was in Dryden High School and remember the day that we found out that two of our cheerleaders were missing and later found out that they were gone. It is very hard to lose someone that we love and care for. Our condolences go out to the family and friends of this young man. Mike Parks & Jess Reeves.
Nancy Shaw
February 12, 2012
Tim, Rachel and family,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your son, and of his unique musical gifting from God.He will be greatly missed.May the God of all comfort fill you all mercy, peace and His presence now and in the days ahead.Praying for you all!
katie spallone
February 12, 2012
i didn't know jack personally but many of the young people that i know from my store or teach at the Actor's Workshop knew him. I'm incredibly sad for your loss and i wish you strength to get through this trying time.
February 11, 2012
Tim and Rachel: . I hope you find some peace in nature- Steve Kress
Sheila VanDeWeert
February 11, 2012
Sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you. God has a special angel.
Terri Husted
February 11, 2012
I never met Jack but the hurt in my students's eyes made me write to you to tell you that his short life was not in vain. Seek God give to give you strength to go on.
Julie Kesler
February 11, 2012
Rachel and Tim,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of Jack. I always enjoyed when he came to the office. He was always pleasant and friendly. Cherish the memories, and know that now he is a better place. Everyone at Northeast Pediatrics is also thinking of you.
Laurie Jacoby, Anna Stern & Family
February 11, 2012
Dear Rachel, Tim and Clara,
I recall first hearing Jack sing with ICC when he was a young beautiful boy of grade school age. I would stay for weekly rehearsals because being there listening to the children just filled my heart with joy. Amidst the choir, Jack's amazingly sweet voice was easily distinguishable, sounding like an angel. Today, I believe Jack is singing with all the angels, putting on a great show. Our hearts are with you and the rest of the family.
February 11, 2012
"when music hits you it doesn't hurt".
Rich & Kim Borquist
February 11, 2012
May God grant you peace
Bill Harry
February 11, 2012
Sorry to learn of your lose. Jack, you and your family have my wishes and prayers.
Stephen-Lyn Bales
February 11, 2012
Our hearts in Tennessee go out to you. Even though we are 700 miles away, we feel your pain and are here for you, just in case you need us.
Ayer-Walkuski Family
February 11, 2012
We have so many beautiful memories in our hearts. Jack truly changed our lives - he was a gift from God to all of us. Our deepest sympathies to all of you. You are in our prayers.
February 10, 2012
Tim and Rachel, My heart goes out to you and your family at this time of terrible loss. John Dennis
February 10, 2012
Railey, I'm very, very sorry for your loss. He sounds like a wonderful person. My deepest sympathies to your family.
Miles Epps
February 10, 2012
The Frank family sends you their love and support. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Danielle Aiken
February 10, 2012
Growing up and singing with Jack was a blessing. Wether it was 8 years old singing together at church or 16 years old singing side by side with Beyond Measure. He made me a better person and always pushed me to do my best. Jack, his voice, his smile, his laugh, and his music will always be in my heart. It will be okay. It will be Different, but it will be okay. All my love to the whole family. -Danielle Aiken
Michelle Cannon
February 10, 2012
Rachel & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I can't imagine what you are going through. Thinking of you all.
Peggy Bendel
February 10, 2012
Nothing can bring sorrow like losing a child: may it be a comfort to know how many lives he touched. Sending thoughts and prayers.
Whitney & Jeff Gerbracht
February 10, 2012
Dear Tim,
We are devastated to hear of your family's loss. You'll be in our thoughts and prayers today and in the months ahead. May you find strength in the love and support of your many friends. We are so very sorry.
Mickey Goodman
February 10, 2012
Rachel, we only met briefly through TC, but my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Bob Colley
February 10, 2012
Dear Rachel I am sorry for your loss -- it must be harder to bear than any of us can imagine but I know all your friends at Saltonstall are thinking of you and grieving with you. The service today was very beautiful and was a wonderful tribute to jack and evidence of the huge impact he had on his entire community.
Janice Nigro
February 10, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends.
Tim Levatich
February 10, 2012
Tim, Rachel, Railey, Clara, and Gwen, and family: Wishing you peace of mind and heart, with fond memories of Jack.
Ann-Kathrin Wirth
February 10, 2012
Thinking of you all, in this time of deep sorrow.
Nancy Goody
February 10, 2012
Dear Rachel & Tim,
We just learned of your tragic loss. We were so saddened by this news. Please know that many people have you in their hearts. My Jack's memory be a blessing for you and your family. With love, Nancy & Gregg
George Dillmann
February 10, 2012
Dear Tim and family,
I know that no words can ease your pain, but please know that Beth Cohen and I are thinking about you and grieving with you for this awful loss. We wish you strength.
Dolly Crawford
February 10, 2012
may your burden of sorrow be lifted
borne, heavenward, on gentle coverts
that expertly navigate fractured and troublesome eddies
and return, at last, your joy
February 10, 2012
Tim, Rachel, and family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. God works in mysterious ways sometimes taking the best people too early in life. Take care.
Sue Taggart
Holly Wietgrefe
February 10, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. May your wonderful memories of Jack and the love of your family and friends get you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Audrey and Emily Ross, Holly Wietgrefe, & David Hardwick
February 10, 2012
February 10, 2012
Very sorry to hear about your unfortunate loss. My prayers are with your family. My sister Norma and brother in law, Bobby Harrison, told me about this very difficult loss. It was my birthday on the 6 of Feb. It will be impossible to forget. May the God of heaven give your family peace.
Barbara Hotchkiss
February 10, 2012
"The light of a distant star continues to reach the Earth long after the star itself is gone." ~ Author Unknown. Extending our heartfelt sympathy for your tragic loss. Eliza Hotchkiss-Yager and mother
Deirdre Levine
February 9, 2012
Rachel,
I'm so sorry to hear about your family's loss. You're all in my thoughts.
Emily, Kwan-Yin and LeeAnn Graw
February 9, 2012
Tim, Rachel and Family,
Our thoughts and love are with you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in your beautiful and cherished memories of Jack.
Beverly Burmeier
February 9, 2012
Rachel, I'm so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May you hold many precious memories of your son.
Loretta Bennett
February 9, 2012
Dear Tim and Family...I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Jack. May he rest in peace and may your memories of the time and love you shared with him get you through this horrible time. Thinking and praying for peace for all of you now and throughout.
Matt Young
February 9, 2012
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers...and you all are wrapped in love and light!
Matt Young
Vicky Ahola
February 9, 2012
Rachel and family,
Jack sounds like an amazing young man that I missed out on knowing. I'm sure that I would have so enjoyed hearing him play and sing. May time help to heal your heart. My deepest sympathy to you all.
Mary Winston
February 9, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mary Winston
Terry Mingle
February 9, 2012
Brian and I were so very sorry to hear this news. May Jack rest in peace. We send our deepest sympathies.
Brianna Miller
February 9, 2012
Dear Gwen, Rachel,Tim,and,Clara,
I am thinking of you and Jack.I am sorry for your lost. May he stay in our hearts. May Jack rest in peace.
Lisa Duchene
February 9, 2012
I am so very sorry to hear this terrible, terrible news. Sending you love and comfort, from my heart to yours.
Diane Harrington
February 9, 2012
Rachel, a thousand and one hugs to you as you endure this tragedy. It's quite clear that your family and the world were far, far richer for having had him in your lives, however brief his stay. I know his song, his essence will live in your heart forever. Please know I'm thinking about you and your family.
Lisa Morris
February 9, 2012
I am so very sorry for your loss, My heart aches for your family and Jack's friends! May He RIP... God bless
Mikaela Winder
February 9, 2012
Be strong or be weak. Be crushed. Be full of memories. But most importantly, please be. Just be here. Deepest sympathy to Clara and family.
Tom Fredericks
February 9, 2012
Dear Tim, Rachel and family,
I am so, so sorry. I hope the outpouring of love from family, friends, and community will support and comfort you all, at least in some small way. You are in my thoughts.
Sarah Richards-Desai
February 9, 2012
I am so sorry Railey, and extend my deepest concern to your family. My sympathy.
Lillie & Jim Dugan
February 9, 2012
Dear Rachel and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time.
Connie gersbach
February 9, 2012
God so loved the world, he gave up is only begotten son. Trust that god has something huge, planned for your beautiful ,son. We cant see the whole picture, and yes we all hurt immensly, but someday we will know why god opened his arms and led jack to his loving heaven, and it makes me happy to know someone as nice as your son, will be there to play with my sweet anna and pender.god loves u so much!!!
February 9, 2012
Clara, the entire Cornell Athletics family is praying for you and your family.
Tina Phillips
February 9, 2012
Dear Tim, Rachel, Clara, and Gwen,
Words can never express the sadness we feel for you all, but I hope this Native American Prayer gives you some comfort as it did for me during the loss of a child family member.
I give you this one thought to keep - I am with you still, I do not
sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush, I am the swift uplifting rush of
quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not think of me as gone-
I am with you still in each new dawn.
Kelsie Nancoo
February 9, 2012
My condolences to the Parents on Behalf of All the friends Jack has in Trinidad. Rest in Peace Jack. Every memory I have of Europe you are in it. The Bishop Anstey High School Choir will never forget you.
R.I.P Jack
Marlene and Ron Kobre and Denson
February 9, 2012
Dear Rachel, Tim, and Family--Language fails In the face of the unspeakable loss you have suffered. Though we did not know Jack, we can still hear his beautiful voice paying tribute to Jane in the church last February. We are deeply sorry. Marlene Kobre and Ron Denson
Carol Pyhtila
February 9, 2012
Rachel, Tim and family, I am very sad to read about the loss of your son. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Allen and Lori Gardner
February 9, 2012
We will all hold steadfast with you and your family....forever. Our prayers are with you.
February 9, 2012
Our prayers are with you - Jack was such a fine young man it is so difficult to let him go. I will always try to remember the times he would laugh, the times they spent playing instruments in Erics room and all the joy he brought to the lives he touched. May God's love embrace your family and see you through this most difficult time. The Niziol's
February 9, 2012
Dear Tim, Rachel and family...my heart is heavy with sorrow for you. Wish there was a way to take your pain away. I will pray for all of you. Most sincerely,
Linda Minde
Pamela Oldham
February 9, 2012
Rachel, Tim, Railey, Clara, and Gwennie -- I cannot imagine the pain of this devastating loss. Know that you are all in the hearts and minds of so many friends near and far. Sending each of you light, strength, and much love.
The Hickey Family
February 9, 2012
Our families thoughts and prayers are with the Gallagher family. RIP Jack...
Amy Rogers
February 9, 2012
Dear Tim & Family, My daughter Camille shared with us the sad news about your son. She has been talking non-stop about what an amazing & talented soul he was. She showed us a video of him singing and we were so moved by his beautiful voice. My family has been mourning your loss since we heard the news. Just a moment ago I realized that he is the son of the lovely man I sat next to on the plane on the way to Boston a year or so ago. My fb friend who posts the cool bird pics. I am so deeply sorry. But in his short life he clearly impacted so many in such wonderful & profound way. We are thinking about you and sending love.
Anne Pearse Hocker
February 9, 2012
My heartfelt prayers go out to help your family find some peace in this tragic loss. I will always remember Jack and Tim fishing together on the Beaverkill with my husband, and how earnest and polite he was. I will carry that memory of him, and hope for limitless love and strength for all of you.
Liane & Lexi Cooper
February 9, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sending our deepest condolences.
Marianne Marsh
February 9, 2012
Oh how I wish you and your family could wake up from this terrible nightmare. I am so sorry.
Kris Park and Scott Miller
February 9, 2012
Rachel, Tim, Gwen, Railey and all the family. We are so sad to hear about your rending loss.
Randi Minetor
February 9, 2012
Rachel and Tim, I can't imagine the pain of your loss. Please know that you are in the minds and hearts of your friends. May God bless you and help you heal in this time of sorrow. -- Randi and Nic Minetor
Debra Snipes-Stephens
February 9, 2012
I'm sincerely sorry for your son's passing. My prayers go out to you, your family & your son Jack.
Ellie Haith
February 9, 2012
Railey, I am so dreadfully sad for you and your family. I cannot imagine going through such sorrow. Please know you are in my thoughts.
Cathy and Eric Haines
February 9, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 9, 2012
Tim, Rachel, and family
We are so very sorry for your tragic loss. Remember the good times and listen to the music that Jack is still singing in your hearts. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
The Drake Family
Alice Saltonstall
February 9, 2012
We send our prayers and much love to to you all in this time of immense sadness. Alice Saltonstall and family
February 9, 2012
we are all grieving along with you,and know that you have the love and prayers of your family, friends and an entire community. May the light of his life and his beautiful music give you strength and peace in time. Prayers to all of his close friends, continue to hold each other up. Be gentle with each other. ~The Fisher Family
Larry Bleiberg
February 9, 2012
Please know my family's love, thoughts and prayer go out to all of you at this tragic time. -- Larry Bleiberg
Bob Tiddick
February 9, 2012
Rachel and family. So very sorry to hear of your incredible loss. Having grown up in Dryden knowing the Dickinson family, I can only imagine what a wonderful and talented person Jack surely had to be. Our thoughts are with you, and may endless wonderful memories sustain you.
Susie Eggleston
February 9, 2012
We are all sharing in your loss. May God give you strength for the days ahead. May you find peace in the music that was Jack. Thinking of you all.
The Eggleston Family
Pat Leonard
February 9, 2012
Dear Rachel, Tim, and family: Lean as heavily as you wish on friends and coworkers -- we offer all our support and love as you try to come to terms with the loss of Jack. We would do anything to ease your pain if only that were possible. Love to all
February 9, 2012
Gallagher family my thoughts and prayers go out to you all. May God Bless you all.
Barbara Sharpsteen
February 9, 2012
Dear Rachel, Tim and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jack's death. I can't say enough on how sad the news was to hear. The world is really going to miss out on a lot without him here. He had many talents and I know that those who new him are going to miss very much. I will be praying for family and friends who new him. My deepest sympathy to you and yours. God Bless
Kyllikki Inman
February 9, 2012
Railey, Rachel, Clara, Gwen, Tim- Words cannot express what I feel for you all; you are in my thoughts constantly. Jack touched so many people with his music and his sense of humor. He will always be remembered.
The Kirchgraber family
February 8, 2012
Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
February 8, 2012
So very sorry for your loss. Bridget said that he was a very talented young man who was loved by everyone.
Our very deepest condolences and sympathy.
-Jeff and Donna Bugliari
Beth Campbell
February 8, 2012
Dear Tim and Rachel, I am so very sorry for the loss of your dear Jack. I send my heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. With love, Beth Campbell
Nicolle
February 8, 2012
I never got the chance to know Jack well, I moved away from Dryden four years ago, but from the few memories I had of him it is a true loss to the community. He was a talented, inspiring young man who brought joy to many people's lives. All my thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends in this tough time. I know his presence will always stay in your hearts and all the joyful memories in your minds and because of that he will never be forgotten.
Everyone in Dryden
February 8, 2012
He may be gone but NEVER forgotten--there will be a void in the Dryden community that will never be filled--RIP Jack...........
February 8, 2012
Dear Rachel, Tim and family, My heart breaks for this loss. I have no words of comfort to offer except to say that I keep you all in my thoughts. Barb Freda, FLX colleague
Peter Cashwell
February 8, 2012
Tim, Rachel, Railey, Clara, and Gwen-- We are so, so sorry for your loss. Kelly and I are thinking of you and wishing you peace and comfort.
Lori McLaughlin
February 8, 2012
Dear Rachael, Tim and family,
We want you to know how deeply saddened we are at the news of Jack's death. Your pain must feel as deep as a Chasm. Our prayer for you is for strength, faith and the support and love of family and friends to help you navigate through the days ahead as you grieve.
-Lori and Art McLaughlin
Kathy Lawson
February 8, 2012
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers, Rachel.
Jill Harriott
February 8, 2012
Rachel, Tim, Railey, Clara, and Gwen-
Wishing I had more than words to offer. My prayers, thoughts and love are with you. I will always remember and love Jack.
Morgen Burns
February 8, 2012
Jack will always be remembered in my heart as one of the most talented individuals I ever had the honor of calling a friend, your family is in my heart as well as the hearts of my family and friends who had the honor of meeting Jack. His beautiful talent will be cherished forever. May you and your family find peace in his music.
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