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Harry Gully Obituary

Harry J. Gully Jr. TROY - Harry J. Gully Jr., 82 passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Troy he was the son of Harry J. Gully Sr. and Mary Viola Gully, and the loving husband of 52 years to Marylyn Johnson Gully. A lifelong resident of Troy, he graduated from LaSalle Institute, Class of 1953. He retired from the New York State Dept. of Taxation and Finance after 31 years of service. He was a parishioner of St. Augustine’s Church a member of the Veterans of Lansingburgh and he enjoyed playing poker on Friday and Saturday nights. Harry served as President, coach, mentor and administrator to the Troy Patriots Pop Warner Football League for over 53 years, former coach for Lansingburgh High School Bowling Team. Lansingburgh Little league and Lansingburgh Independent Baseball league, past member Northern Pop Warner Football League Board of Directors, St. Augustine’s Bazaar & Bingo Committees, Past president of Volunteer Recreational Youth Organizations of Troy. Harry was the recipient of the Disabled American Veterans Award for Service to Youth, Troy Patriots Pop Warner Football Hall of Fame, Lansingburgh Education Foundation Hall of Fame, New York State Life Membership to PTA, Uncle Sam Citizen of the year, Troy Police Silver Shield Award, Friends of 112th Street Humanitarian Award, Associate of the Year Award from the Veterans of Lansingburgh, 2015 Distinguished American Award presented by Capital District National Football Foundation College Hall of Fame. He also played Santa Claus for the Children of Troy for more than 50 years at schools, hospitals and homes and had a large Christmas display outside of his residence where hundreds of children would visit. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them. Mr. Gully was truly a man that gave to his community unconditionally, he will be missed by all he touched. In addition to his wife Marylyn Gully of Troy, he is survived by his daughter Mary Gully of Latham, his grandchildren Michael Jr., Sarah, Joshua and Seth Gully, his daughter in laws Sharon Gully of Waterford and Kathleen Gully-Scott (Richard) of Glenville, his sister in law Linda Johnson, several nieces and nephews, also survived by his faithful K-9 companions Bella and Mia. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 9:00am on Saturday, February 25, 2017 at St. Augustine’s Church, Lansingburgh. Interment will follow at Oakwood Cemetery, Troy. Calling hours will be held on Friday, February 24, 2017 from 3 to 7 p.m. at McLoughlin & Mason Funeral Home, corner of 109th Street and Third Avenue, Lansingburgh. Memorial donations in memory of Harry may be made to Troy Patriots Pop Warner Football, 644 5th Avenue, Troy, NY 12182 Please visit www.mcloughlinmason.com

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Published by The Record from Feb. 22 to Feb. 24, 2017.

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Nancy & Al O'Rourke

March 3, 2017

To Mary Gully and Family; We're so sorry for the loss of your Dad. No words can express. Will never forget him. God Bless You and Your Family. We know they'll be many memories to put a smile on your face and a tear in your eye. Take care and may your memories all be good ones. The O'Rourke Family.

NED & LYNNE CONNALLY

February 27, 2017

MARYLYN & MARY,
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF MIKE.HE GAVE HIS ALL TO THE KIDS AND MADE THEM BETTER MEN. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU BOTH.

NED & LYNNE CONNALLY

Mike Marro

February 27, 2017

Sorry was a would full cousin in the flam

Anita Scaccia

February 26, 2017

Mrs. Gully and Mary,
I'm so sorry to hear of Mikes passing. I remember Mike from Alpha Lanes. He was a wonderful man who did so much for the community. My thoughts and prayers to the entire Gully family.

A Pop Warner Mom

February 26, 2017

To Marylyn and family, so sorry for the loss of this a great man, who was there for the children in the No.Troy community Pop Warner Football Organization. Last time I saw him he was there for me and my family, I will to this day never forget that. Rest in Eternal Peace Harry.

Bart Grovenger

February 26, 2017

Marylyn prayers are with you and your family. I remember going back to the days when I would see Mike.Red Wilfore,Pete Messitt and my cousin Butch at the Alpha .Allthe work with the kids and football and who can forget the yard at Christmas time.

Diane Parks

February 24, 2017

Mary and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are going out to you and your family.

Love, Diane (Ditton) Parks

Mary Smith

February 24, 2017

Miss Marylyn, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Darlene Prince(Toftegaard)

February 24, 2017

So sorry for your loss

February 23, 2017

Mary, I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Your family is in my prayers. Kris LaVallee Rotterdam Jct ny

mike wood

February 23, 2017

Our our deepest condolences to the Gully Family. Many wonderful memories being a part of the Troy Patriots football family and Coach's dedication to us all. Rest in Peace.

The Wood Family

Carrie Lipfeld

February 23, 2017

Marylyn, I am saddened to hear of your husband's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Jim Cook

February 23, 2017

You molded boys to become responsible
men. You were a father to those who had
none. You left no child behind. Peace to you and your family Mrs Gully. My prayers
are with you all.

Jim Cook

Tammy LaValley

February 23, 2017

I'm very sorry to hear the passing of Coach...He will be missed by many! My condolences go out to his family..

Erin Purcell Vaughn

February 23, 2017

Mrs Gully & Mary,

My thoughts and prayers are with you both and the grandchildren. He was a blessing to the Lansingburgh community and will never be forgotten.

Barbara and Frank Traver

February 23, 2017

Our condolences to you Marylyn and family.

Michele Liotta Schoonbeck

February 23, 2017

My condolences to the Gully family. Mr Gully will be sadly missed for his kindness and never ending smile.

Ed & Marilyn McGrth

February 23, 2017

Marylyn & Mary
Harry will live on in all of us. He was so much a mentor to so many of us kids. Heaven has a great coach now.

Maggie Wojcik

February 23, 2017

Marilyn,
Harry was SIMPLY THE BEST!
Harry will be missed but never forgotten~
My sincere sympathy.
Maggie(Lewandowski)Wojcik

Troy Patriots Mom

February 23, 2017

So Sorry for your loss. Prayers and well wishes to the family

Tom, Marge, Rebeccah & Sammy Robinson & Travis

February 23, 2017

To the Gully Family sorry for your loss. RIP Mr.Gully You where always a kind, gentle & caring man.

Paul and Joanne Crispo

February 23, 2017

To Marylyn and Mary, we offer our love and sympathy on the loss of Mike. We thank you for the many years of friendship and great memories. To "Big Mike", not only big in stature, but big in heart, we will miss your hearty laugh and contagious smile. Your unconditional love for the thousand of lives you touched will be rewarded in Heaven as you are welcomed into the arms of Mark and Michael. Lastly, to the Pop Warner organization and everyone who had their lives touched by this great man, we offer our sincere condolences. We are in Florida and sadly unable to be there to celebrate this life well lived. Rest in peace, Mike.
Paul and Joanne Crispo

Bob Teta

February 23, 2017

RIP Harry. When we think of you, it will always bring a smile.

Dowell Harrell

February 23, 2017

RIP Mr. Gully. Your dedication to the Troy Patriots taught my children teamwork and furthered them in football and cheerleading. THANK YOU

Carla Vassari

February 22, 2017

Dear Marylyn, I am so sorry for your loss...Please know I am keeping you in my thoughts & prayers at this most difficult time....

Bubba Tague

February 22, 2017

So sorry for your loss

Kevin Pemrick

February 22, 2017

Marylyn So sorry to hear of Harry's passing . Prayers for you and the family.

Ray Mackey

February 22, 2017

I've known Mike for many years and will truly miss him. My condolences go out to the family.

February 22, 2017

Marylyn, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Leo Kazanjian

frank ross

February 22, 2017

A kind and caring man, a teacher of life, a great football mentor. Without "Harry Gully" there wouldn't be such a great "Pop Warner" program in the area.
I'm proud to have had 3 Sons go through the program in Lansingburgh, thanks Mr. Gully, may you rest in peace Sir!

Bonnie Batchelder

February 22, 2017

So sorry Marilyn to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

Tom O'Brien

February 22, 2017

I first met Harry when I was a very young boy and I would walk to Dichans meat market on Hill Street in South Troy to pick up "meatball mix" for my grandmother. Then in 1970 Harry's nephew Mike asked me if I would be interested in helping him coach the Troy Patriot Pop Warner Team. I said yes and for the next 14 years I had the pleasure to work with Harry, Mike and the entire Patriot organization. Harry was clearly the "straw that stirred the drink" and his leadership brought great success and the opportunity to learn about teamwork to hundreds if not thousands of young men. He was all about respect and effort and teamwork, success was never an issue, it just seemed to follow. About a year ago he called to offer his sympathy on the passing of my wife and we spoke rather briefly. To Marilyn and his family I offer my most sincere condolences and my prayers. I am currently in Florida and will not be able to attend the service. But I will be with all of the Patriot Family in spirit and in prayer. Be well,

Pat n Deb Dolan

February 22, 2017

Harry was a very special man who loved football n family. He was very influential in how I coached football. He was a genuine kind loving man and he will be missed.

February 22, 2017

Marylyn, so sorry for your loss. Love Conchita.

Pete Monticup jr.

February 22, 2017

A truer friend, mentor, and gentleman is not to be found in Lansingburg. You will be sadly missed.

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