Michael Gallagher Obituary

Mike you are not forgotten! We think of you often and remember our stories... we miss you in this world, and look forward to the reunion.....

Thinking of Michael and our Johnny. Both gone too soon.
They are in Heaven together, watching The Sox and Cubs and keeping the Crosstown Rivalry going

Remembering Michael...

Lost track of the date but always keeping Michael in thought around his birthday, and his family in our prayers... missing him, until we meet again.

Happy birthday in Heaven Michael

Always remembering Mike's birthday Sept. 2 beautiful fall season

Always in our hearts, loving memories of fun days and lots of laughter. Rest in the arms of our Saviour until will meet again.

in remembrance, &14 years

May 1st is the beginning of living without Michael, we miss him terribly. Grateful for the splendid memories. Shout out to dan bob craig as we are his family of friends that loved him deeply and forever.

Never Forgotten. So glad to have known him and spent some quality time with him and the family... gone way too soon. Love and Prayers and a toast to meeting again...

Thinking of our beloved Michael and Johnny.
Such a difficult time of year, yet they are in our hearts everyday and forever more.
Love to the Gallaghers, and God Bless!
Laura and Bert and Mom too

September 2nd, our beloved Michael's birthday, etched in our hearts, always in our thoughts, never forgotten, forever missed, until we meet again ❣

"Never Forgotten" ~ until we meet again.

Sept. 2, 2017 -- remembemering Michael's birthday, memories may comfort us but the heartache remains, rest in peace sweet brother, godfather, friend, until we meet again and rejoice in our eternal family together forever.

Sept. 2, 2017--remembering Michael's birthday, loving memories can comfort us but the heartache remains, always on our minds and forever in our hearts, continue to rest in peace sweet brother, godfather, friend, until we meet again and rejoice in family togetherness forever, Amen.

Remembering Michael's 59th birthday, 8 years since his untimely passing at age 51, always in our hearts & forever in our memories.

eight years, we continue to speak of you lovingly, we continue to share your stories, we continue to miss you.

Remembering Michael's birthday today, remembering him ...every day.

Remembering that fateful day of no return, seven years ago our world turned upside down inside out and hearts were broken... Spring reminds us of new life beginning... as we see the beauty of this season we are mindful that our brother, brother-in-law, Godfather, friend == has eternal life and remains in our hearts, in our thoughts, until we meet again, families are together forever. AMEN!

Lodi, Wisconsin

Remembering Michael's 57th birthday today, continually missing him in our lives as brother, godfather, friend.

in loving remembrance of a wonderful guy on the anniversary of that fateful day, April 26, 2008.
"A fateful moment is one that seems impossible to avoid. And when a fateful event occurs, it feels like it will have a big impact on your future — and usually not in a good way."

SEPTEMBER 2--Michael's birthday...

We never need a special day
To bring you to our mind,
For days without a thought of you,
Are very hard to find.
We cannot send a birthday card,
Your hand we cannot touch,
But God will take our greetings
To the one we love so much.

alas, another year goes by, the memories remain in our hearts, thinking of Michael always, never forgotten.

In remembrance of Mom's birthday, January 10 -- 'twas a blessing to have her in our lives and we cherish the family stories Belle would tell & retell many times, now we know the importance of her telling us these treasures.
If roses grow in Heaven Lord
Please pick a bunch for me.
Place them in my Mother's arms
and tell her they're from me.
Tell her I love her and miss her,
and when she turns to smile,
Place a kiss upon her cheek
and hold her for a while.
Because remembering her is easy,
I do it everyday,
But there is an ache within my heart
That will never go away.

September 2012
Hi Connie and Marty,
In visiting Michael a couple of weeks ago, I was happy to see the new head stone for him and Father Jim.
Thanks for taking care of our dear friend Michael!
Best wishes to you and yours,
Craig

... and has been put in place.

It is not only by blood that family is made, it by the bond that tie us together.

The new stone has both names ...

All our love and prayers to you, Connie, Marty and AngieBelle. You are a beautiful and loving family, and I'm sure Belle and Michael enjoyed many happy moments with you.
God Bless,
Laura La Rocca

Remembering Grandma Belle, 15 years ago, Sept. 7, 1997 ~ shocking heart attack on the morning of AngieBelle's 3rd birthday party, 4 a.m. we got the call from Bumpa, woke up baby and quickly went to the hospital... R.I.P. beloved Belle, we truly miss you so much, treasure all the wonderful long story longer tales you shared with us of the past history of our Irish heritage. God be with you 'til we meet again.

Michael's birthday Sept. 2 -- time passes, the memories & love remain in our hearts.

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. ~From a headstone in Ireland.

Four years ago. In loving memory of our dearest brother, best friend, truly a wonderful person. Until we meet again, rest in peace.

Remembering Michael's 54th birthday today, too young to be gone. Perhaps appropriately on this day after 3 years of putting it off, we cleared out the storage unit, which of course left us with melancholy feelings, going thru the pain of loss for Michael, Mom & Dad all over again.

We have many boxes of sentimental items, which include photos, documents [Gallagher family]; riviera collectibles, fishing misc. [Michael]; framed hand-painted original artwork [Belle]; household tools [Jim] ... these items are now priceless treasures in our family.

As we continue missing Michael, we also continue to keep his memory strong with wonderful stories of the past.

Goodbyes are not forever.
Goodbyes are not the end.
They simply mean we'll miss you
Until we meet again.

~When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure~

It's been 3 years, our hearts are full of treasured memories...

Some Guinness was spilled on the barroom floor
when the pub was shut for the night.
Out of his hole crept a wee brown mouse
and stood in the pale moonlight.
He lapped up the frothy brew from the floor,
then back on his haunches he sat.
And all night long you could hear him roar,
'Bring on the goddam cat!'

In loving remembrance of Michael, who made the world a nicer place and filled our hearts with laughter.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

From Cousin Tommy...
CASSIDY (Una)
Bulcane, Charlestown
Una’s family wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to all those who sympathized with us on our recent sad bereavement. A special thank you to all those who called to her home, telephoned, sent Mass cards, flowers, attended the removal, funeral Mass and burial. Sincere thanks to Fr. John Doherty, Fr. Tommy Johnston, Fr. Carroll, Fr. Quinn and Fr. Jennings for their great support and beautiful funeral Mass. Thank you to the Undertaker, Gravediggers, Riverside restaurant and KD’s. thank you to Dr. Guickian and to the staff of Sligo General and North West Hospice for their professional care of mother in her final days. Finally we wish to extend our sincere gratitude to Una’s neighbours, friends and Noreen for their kindness always. As it would be impossible to thank every one individually please accept this acknowledgment as a token of our sincere gratitude. Mass will be offered for you intentions.
She was a wonderful mother and grandmother who will be truly missed.
Months Mind Mass will be Sunday 20th at 9:30 a.m. in Charlestown Church.

In Memory of Aunt Una

Dear Connie,Marty and AngieBelle, Just letting you know that Dear Una has passed away. She died very peacefully with all her family around her. The children and I made it back in time to say goodbye. She is being waked tonight and buried in the morning. Here are a few contact numbers the home number is 011353949254399 and Tom cell here is 011353863742215 and Gerard 011353876826907. We are coming home from Ireland on Thursday, God Bless, Ann

Michael's fishing equipment was once again doing what my brother enjoyed most...catching fish! Thanks Dan for bringing "MG" along and continuing a tradition shared over the years.

Thinking of Godfather Mike sharing laughter and good times with his God-daughter AngieBelle each and every birthday... Missing him more so today as she turns Sweet 16... wow, he'd be impressed!

Remebering Godfather Mike's birthday... hardly believe he's "gone" seems more like he moved out of town and is still there anytime for us, but alas we know the reality. We think of him being out of view not out of mind or heart. Michael really had a knack for sharing laughter among all of us and anyone he met. His good deeds live on. We are thankful for the strong belief and faith in knowing our families will reunite in the eternities. May God keep our brother, uncle, friend, safe in His care.

2LB-4-18-9-7-3 "crow" Still dip the gar (cigar) in the water to call the gods....Give them a push next time will ya pal? After all you'll be there with me. "wadher" (you know)
It all makes sense to us !

Michael's fishing gear will be living with our good "Pal" Danny, who with the kindness of his heart, vows to take his dear friend Mike with him every time he goes fishing... and that's alot... cigar stub & red lipstick will travel along. Thanks Dan, you are loved!

Always remembering and Never forgetting such a sweet, gentle and dearly loved man... the one who introduced me to Guinness... I think of you every time I raise my glass.... here's to you Mike, until we meet again, to toast together. May God keep you in the Palm of His Hand. May Connie, Marty and AngieBelle be comforted in their ongoing emptiness ~ with memories and thoughts of YOU.

Thinking of all the Gallagher's today, and sharing in your deep sorrow.
How could I ever imagine that while I was at Mike's wake, my brother Johhny was soon to join Mike in Heaven.
I'm sure they are talkin' Cubs vs Sox as we speak!
God Bless Mike and all of the loved ones who miss him so.
What a smile he had!
Let's never forget that Irish warmth and friendliness and let it be an inspiration to us all.
With much love,
Laura LaRocca and family

Two years ago, 4/26/08 the unexpected loss of Michael broke our hearts.
Truly, a day does not go by without us thinking of Michael. We continue to keep his storage unit, finding it quite difficult to close down, although we know there are many memories that a storage locker doesn't hold, those memories are in our hearts and will remain with us forever. We need to give the fishing gear to his fishing pal Danny so "they" can go fishing together again, that's a wonderful thought. We won't let you down Michael. In honor of Michael's love of music, one of many favorites...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=freo9lWj-B0

God grant our brother peaceful rest, we will meet again.

Thoughts of dear brother and remembering lovingly his company at our Easter table, along with Bumpa. Our Savior's amazing sacrifice comforts us in knowing that because Jesus died for us, our family will be together forever. Michael, may you continue to be in God's care as we await the eternities.

Bail ó Dhia ort
On this St. Patrick's Day we remember our Michael's love & kindness he showed to everyone. Anyone who knew him was blessed with his sincere friendship and most original humor. Michael had a special mission in his life, he accomplished it well, albeit he was taken too soon, straddled with the weak diseased gene. We miss him dearly.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
Rath Dé ort!

He kept at true good humour's mark
The social flow of pleasure's tide:
He never made a brow look dark,
Nor caused a tear, but when he died.

Thinking of Michael this Christmas and cherishing the memories of happier days. Oh, how he made us laugh, especially during the holidays when we'd gather and sing traditional Christmas Carols with our own made up words!

Rest in peace dear brother, as we await to meet again in God's eternities.

Love never-ending,

My, how time seems to fly for those of us left here on Earth, without our loved ones, especially... two birthdays in Heaven already. Remembering Mike's smile and endearingly deep, strong voice. Comfort to Marty, Connie, AngieBelle and all of his loved ones he has been temporarily parted from. God Bless.

Sept. 2--Remembering Michael's birthday, missing him always. Thankful for wonderful memories of his happier days filled w/laughter only he could generate and get us all smiling. God Bless our dearly departed brother with peacefulness, waiting for the glorious eternal family reunion.

Sweet Aunt Kathleen has been called home to heaven in glory to take her place among dear loved ones in eternal bliss.

“I am the resurrection and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die.” (John 11:25–26.)

Condolences & prayers to the Brett, Gallagher, Cassidy families and the many friends in Cashelsouth, Tubbercurry, County Sligo; Bulcane, Charlestown, County Mayo.

This one's for you, the "bestest fishingest" buddy ever

A day doesn't go by without us thinking of Mike...

Godfather Mike would be so proud of AngieBelle graduating from 8th grade with High Honors and member of the National Junior Honor Society, he enjoyed so much the love for education she surely inherited thru all the GOOD DNA from family :) GrandmaBelle would've loved Angie's musical talents and knowing she was part of that upbringing by singing to her when she was just a baby, believe it or not, Oh Sole Mio was one of her favorites along with Too-ra-loo-ra-loo-ral :) Bumpa would get a kick out of AngieBelle being in the Marching Band, and also the sole 8th grade recipient of the prestigious John Phillip Sousa Award :)

God Bless our dearly departed loved ones, whom have been such a huge part of our world and will remain in our hearts forever---
Until We Meet Again,

Michael, Jim and Belle you are always in my prayers and treasure our fond memories together.
From your Aunt Una Cassidy and Aunt Kathleen Brett

To Connie, Marty and AngieBelle, and all of our family,

Please know how much we share your loss and sadness always, and especially during this most difficult week.

We love you guys, we'll get through this together.

Here's to our beloved Mike and Johhny, we will NEVER FORGET THEM.

All our love and prayers,
Laura and the LaRocca/ Howes Family

One year ago today Mike died. A part of us died with him. Another piece of our hearts were sealed closed. A chapter in our book of life ended. Anyone that knew him felt the loss. Perhaps still feeling the loss, remembering him in all the usual places, his laughter, his choice of music, his storytelling. We've been blessed to have him among us. Michael was truly a unique person whom we'll always love, cherish and never forget.
Peace unto you Brother, we WILL meet again.

We are grateful for the ultimate sacrifice of Our Savior Jesus Christ, let us remember Him in faith, which allows us to know for sure that our departed loving brother Michael is in His Hands & we will be together in eternities where there'll be no more hardships, but everlasting peace & harmony with continuance in God's Work.

Missing Godfather Mike, Bumpa & Grandma Belle at our Easter table.

Loving Family,

Gallagher family visits Healy's Pub

We know that Micheal is in a special place with his Mom Belle and his Dad Jim who all hold a special place in our hearts. Our thoughts are always with them, your cousins, Tom, Ann, T.J and Caoimhe.

Nearing one year and yet it seems as if Michael will be walking in the door anytime now... St. Patrick's Day has come and gone without much celebration, even so, in honor of Mike, who continuously made us laugh, here's one for the road...

Paddy O'Gallagher was desperately looking for a parking spot as he was late for his first day of work at a new job. He pleaded "Please Lord, help me find a parking place and I promise to attend mass every Sunday and give up drinking me Irish whiskey"... sure'n'begorrah, a parking spot appeared... at that moment, Paddy spoke out loud, "Never mind Lord, I found one!"

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam---
Rath Dé ort, dear brother, keeping you in our hearts,

Suzi, thank you for your kind words, so true about Mike being a sweet guy, he brought much laughter to many people he has met over the years, no unkind word can be said about him, he was a gentleman and quite sincere in his kindness... we value his friends and treasure the fond memories of all who knew him... thank you for sharing,

To the family,

I knew Mike back in
the "Blase's days"....I'm
the one who took over his
job there. We got to know
each other & when I started
working at Roman's, almost 8
years ago, I'd see him
there. He was a really sweet
guy & it was a real shock
when I heard about him
passing.

missing mike,

Remembering Michael's birthday today, grateful for all the good he contributed to this world, recalling his peaceful manner and his bodaciously jovial sense of humor which touched many, many lives for the better... his loyalty and kindness towards his family and friends will never be forgotten, we miss him terribly... until we meet again in God's merciful plan of Salvation, may he rest in peace, which he so deservedly earned during his 50 years of life.
Never ending love,

So sorry for your loss. Mike was a great, down to earth guy. I first met him when I started working at Blase's, about 13+ years ago. It was quite a shock when I heard. He'll be missed..... Suzi (Roman's)

Dear Connie,Marty, and Angie Belle
You have my deepest sympathy, all will be in my prayers.

As you family says goodbye one final time my wish is that they remember the love and kindness you shared. In those memories you will be kept alive in their hearts. God Bless you, Mike.

Dear Marty, Connie, and AngieBelle,
I was shocked to learn of Mike's sudden passing. Thirty or more years ago I first met Mike when he was just a boy, jumping in his backyard pool, a backyard next-door to mine. As he grew, he became like his dad in that Mike was generous in sharing his time and expertise whenever my family needed assistance. In later years his dad needed more of Mike's attention and he stepped up. A good son, a good neighbor, a great loss.

Marty, I remember the kindness Michael extended to my parents, Andrew & Catherine Healy, during their illnesses. My sincere condolances, Dr. Nancy Healy Haney
Germantown, Wisconsin

Dearest Connie Marty and Angebelle There are no words to say to you at this sad time except that it is comforting to know how much we love you and and understand your pain.Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you even though we can't be there with you now. God Bless You

Mike, you were taken too soon from your loved ones, and this world. We will miss your gentle spirit... and fond memories of your mint condition "Rivs". May God Bless Marty, Connie and AngieBelle, keeping them in His care until we all meet again. In love and heartache, AunTeeCee and Uncle Marky.

I am so sorry to here about your loss.I'm sure he was a good person.In the Bible it talks about those who die will have a resurrection.God loved him very deeply,and he loves you very deeply too.

Mike,
Thanks for the milk crates, I'm still using them, I'll never
forget the day you gave them to me,
I'll never forget you.
Condolences to all your loved ones.
My heart breaks for Connie, Marty and AngieBelle. You leave us a beautiful
family...Thank you.

Save me a seat!

Love,
Joey & Family

To the Gallagher Family, Mike was a great guy and good friend to all and he will be deep'ly missed by all of us at Second Time Around.

Our most heartfelt sympathy to the Gallagher family, and most especially to Marty, Connie and Angie Belle. Our prayers, support, and love are will you always.

Mike: Thank-you for bringing your famous smiles to our faces. Never a dull moment with you big guy.

Look out for us up there. Always in our thoughts.

Cathy & Roy

Dear Connie, Marty and AngieBelle,

We know there are no words or actions that can alleviate your heartache. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time of loss. Mike Gallagher was one of the kindest, gentlest souls we have ever had the pleasure to meet. We know he is resting amongst the great warmth and love that Heaven offers. We pray for your long, continued journey, until that day when he will be seen again.

All our love,
(Aunt) TeeCee and (Uncle) Marky

“He who sleeps here, when dying, mistaking the approach of death for the return of health, whispered with his latest breath, ‘I am better now.’ Let us believe, in spite of doubts and dogmas, of fears and tears, that these dear words are true of all the countless dead. The record of a generous life runs like a vine around the memory of our dead, and every sweet, unselfish act is now a perfumed flower."

"Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be made strong."

~ May God Bless ~
.

Uncle Marty, Auntie Connie, and ABG ~

I am so sorry, and I wish there was something I could do for you to provide comfort. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you, and I love you very much.

I will miss you, Mike, as part of my own family... because that is how I always thought of you.

Love,
Janine

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Mike... you will be greatly missed by all of your friends at all the pub's you used to frequent!! You were a great friend who would do anything for anybody RIP My brother !!