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John Galt Obituary
ITHACA - John Hugh Galt, 62, passed away at Greenville Memorial Hospital in Greenville, NC on October 26, 2009. John was born on January 17, 1947 in Ithaca, NY to Kathleen and Hugh Galt. John was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and was loved and respected by all who knew him. He will be deeply missed. John graduated from Ithaca High School and Ithaca College. He served as the College's budget director for 33 years until his retirement to North Carolina in December 2007. John loved working with wood, gardening, was an avid fisherman and enjoyed watching his much loved NY Giants. John was predeceased by his father. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Lorreen Craddock Galt; their son and daughter, Timothy Jason Galt of Baltimore MD and Katie Mosher of Washington, NC; daughter-in-law, Jill Portugal Galt; grandchildren, Brady and Brianna Galt, and Meagan and Hannah Mosher; his mother, Kathleen Galt; sisters, Bonnie Hoyt and Patty Carnell, and several nieces, nephews and in-laws.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 20 at 3:00 pm at Muller Chapel, Ithaca College followed by a reception at the American Legion on Danby Road in Ithaca.
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Armando & Susie Palmieri
December 2, 2009
Loreen, Tim and Katie,
I am sorry for your loss and I will forever miss my friend. I will keep you and the family in my thoughts and prayers. I cherish the times that we spent with the both of you in Washington even the long waits for chicken wings at Cheers. You guys always made us part of your family and we will always be greatful. As you guys know, John was always a great person to be around and had always had a smile on his face. I will truly miss him and the world is at a loss without him in it to keep us smiling.
Debbie Howard
December 1, 2009
Loreen, TJ & Katie,
I am so very sad to learn of John's death. God bless all of you. I will definitely be keeping you in my prayers. I'm so glad that Sue got to see all of you -- and she was, too. We all have so many great memories of growing up with the Galts & you, Lori, really were the perfect addition to their family! What a sense of humor... I can hear you laughing and making John laugh -- right now... :) Please take care. Love, Debbie (Livingstone) Howard
November 19, 2009
Dear Loreen and family. I am so saddened to get this news! I worked with John so closely at Ithaca College--He was great at his job and lovely to know! I was always struck by the delight he took in you and his kids. Take care! Margaret Dennis
Barbara Anible
November 18, 2009
Loreen,
My prayers are with you. I will let Katia know.
Garry and Gay Huddle
November 17, 2009
And,so, we still just can't find the words........we just can't believe John has gone.....it was a pleasure to know him and to be neighbors, and we know we will all be neighbors again one day.
We keep you all in our thoughts.
Garry and Gay
Kathy Cleveland/Iacovelli
November 17, 2009
Patty&Family,
My thoughts and prayer are with you in your time of grief.May your memories bring you comfort.
Shawna Fulkerson
November 17, 2009
Lorreen, Tim and Katie,
I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. I am sending you big hugs and my deepest condolences during this trying time. I know John cherished each and every one of you.
Dick Chelekis
November 17, 2009
The Galt Family,
I send to you my deepest condolences at this difficult time.. John and I went to high school together and graduated together. I last saw
him back about three years ago and we had a grand time. I was on the swim team and he was a wrestler and we would often argue over which sport was tougher (that is ofcoarse until he said "do you want to fight about it"). He had a great sense of humor and I'll miss him. We shall see him again up in heaven. I pray for for your family.
Chuck Light
November 17, 2009
Loreen:
I want you to know how shocked and sorry I am to learn of John's passing. I wish I could be there for the memorial service, but I am here in Virginia and unable to get away. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Always, Chuck
November 17, 2009
Bonnie & Family,
We are very sorry for the loss of your brother John. Please know that your entire family has been in our thoughts and prayers as you go thru this difficult time. Take comfort in knowing that he is safe in the arms of our lord and savior and that you will all see him again when you too go to the place of eternal life.
God Bless
John and Kathi Sovocool
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