Stephen H. Gallagher
Stephen H. Gallagher, of Holbrook, passed away unexpectedly August 1, 2015 at the age of 62. Born in Boston, Steve was raised in Dorchester and educated at Boston English High School and Suffolk University. He worked for Roche Pharmaceuticals for 30 years. Steve was a resident in Holbrook for 33 years, where he was active in Holbrook sports programs, St. Joseph’s Church, various Holbrook committees, and was a former three-term School Committee member. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Dorchester Yacht Club.
Beloved husband of Patty (Doyle) Gallagher. Loving father of Jeanne Moore and her husband Matt of Holbrook, Brendan Gallagher and his wife Gina of Hanover, and Terence Gallagher of Holbrook. Devoted brother of Paula Skellett of Plymouth, Debbie Cummings of NJ, Paul Gallagher of E. Taunton, Susan McLaughlin of Holbrook, and the late Karen Fisher Allen. Son of the late Henry and Hazel (McDonald) Gallagher. Dear grandfather of Bridget, Gavin, Tommy, Finley, and Henry.
Funeral from the Hurley Funeral Home, 127 So. Franklin St. (Rt.37) Holbrook Thursday, August 6, 2015 at 9:15am followed by a funeral mass at St. Joseph’s Church in Holbrook at 10am. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Wednesday, August 5, 2015 from 4-8pm. Interment Union Cemetery, Holbrook. In lieu of flowers, donations in Steve’s memory can be made to the Stephen H. Gallagher Memorial Fund, 2 Dalton Terrace, Holbrook, MA 02343 – this fund will benefit the Holbrook Public Schools Music Program.
Guestbook
First Name: Joan
Last Name: Pavidis
City: Holbrook
State: AL
Country: Usa
Entry Date: 08/03/2015
Heartfelt sympathies to you all!! Steve was such a happy, friendly guy with a ready smile and encouraging word!
First Name: Caryn
Last Name: Bennett
City: Taunton
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 08/03/2015
Jeanne, Patty and all of the Gallagher family. I am so truly very sorry for your loss. Steve was a great man with an amazing heart and personality. I truly enjoyed talking and laughing with both Patty and Steve every tome the came in to the boo. My deepest sympathies to you all.
First Name: Tim
Last Name: Moore
City: Salt Lake City
State: UT
Country: usa
Entry Date: 08/03/2015
Thoughts and prayers are with the Gallagher family at this difficult time. Steve was a great husband, Dad and Grandfather. He made everyone feel welcome at their first meeting. He lived a great life , but was taken way too soon from those who loved him. Hope some of the great memories can bring a little comfort in the days ahead.
First Name: Karen
Last Name: Doody
City: Woodside
State: NY
Country:
Entry Date: 08/03/2015
To Patty, Jeanne, Brendan, Terrence and all the Gallaghers, you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Steve was a terrific guy who always had everyone laughing. Please know that with time your pain will ease but he will never be forgotten. He will always be in your hearts. You also have some terrific memories so he will still be close. Just remember you now have a very special angel watching over all of you. All of my love.
First Name: Debbie
Last Name: Cummings
City: flanders
State: NJ
Country:
Entry Date: 08/03/2015
My heart aches for all of you. There are no words, you lost a wonderful husband, the greatest Dad, the proudest and most loving grandfather. I have lost my big brother whom I loved so much. So many memories. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
Stephen until we meet again. I am sure Mom,Dad, Karen had a wonderful home coming for you. It was just too soon for us we were not ready for you to leave us.
First Name: Paula
Last Name: Skellett
City: Plymouth
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 08/03/2015
My sister Debbie just said it so well. Our heart is aching for all of you. Stephen was the best of the best. My last conversation with him was mostly him bragging about his grandchildren. He adored them. Although I'm his big sister
First Name: Dino
Last Name: DeRoia
City: Hudson
State: OH
Country: USA
Entry Date: 08/03/2015
To the entire Gallagher family, it is with deepest regrets to hear of your loss. Steve was a truly a great man in many ways. His character and humor were most endearing to those who knew him. He will be missed but most importantly remembered for his kindness, humor and warmth he brought to so many. Prayers to the family and friends of Steve.
First Name: Chris
Last Name: Harrington
City: Weymouth
State: MA
Country: usa
Entry Date: 08/03/2015
Jeanne/Patty and family. I am very sorry for your loss. I had not seen Steve in a few years but he and Patty were great boat neighbors when we first met 9 years ago. what a great guy. Kerri and I are very saddened by this news and we send all of our prayers to your whole family.
Sincerely,
Chris Harrington and family
First Name: Fred & Mary
Last Name: WHite
City: Holbrook
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 08/03/2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Gallagher family at this difficult time. Steve was a friendly, caring, generous, & loving father Husband and Grandfather with a great smile. It was a pleasure to have know him. May God guide his family through this difficult time.
First Name: Michael & Tricia
Last Name: Herbert
City: East Bridgewater
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 08/03/2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Gallagher family at this difficult time. We will always remember his dedication and support for the Holbrook Public Schools especially the Music Dept. May God hold you in the Palm of His hands. RIP Steve
First Name: Kerry
Last Name: McDonald
City: Wilmington
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 08/03/2015
I am so sorry to hear about this news. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your dad was a great guy and will be very missed...xoxo
First Name: Donna
Last Name: Darcy
City: Quincy
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 08/03/2015
Patty, Jeanne, Brendan, i am so very sorry for ur loss, Steve was a great man, an awesome Dad, Husband, Grandfather, he will always be with u, so sad losing a Great man R.I.P. Steve. Sending Prayers to the whole Gallagher Family.
First Name: Theresa
Last Name: Matthews
City: Escazu, Costa Rica
State: AL
Country: Costa Rica
Entry Date: 08/03/2015
I am so sad to hear this news. Steve was very special to many of his Syntex family, myself included. He was a consummate professional but at the same time funny, self-deprecating, and authentically engaging. It was an honor and joy to have known and worked with Steve. Please accept my sincerest condolences and prayers.
First Name: Mike
Last Name: Szczepanski
City: Mandeville
State: LA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 08/03/2015
Patty, lost contact with Steve after the old Syntex days. I remember him with a smile. He was truly a unique guy with a unique character. Steve was the type of guy you wanted to be in a foxhole with or in a rowboat acrossing the ocean. There are many good memories of him from those times. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
First Name: Pat
Last Name: Alvarez
City: Holbrook
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 08/03/2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May the happy memories you've all shared help you through this very difficult time.
First Name: Paula and John
Last Name: Johnson
City: Holbrook
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 08/04/2015
We are so sorry for this tragic loss. The community has lost a truly wonderful man. God bless the entire Gallagher family.
First Name: Peg
Last Name: Smith
City: Walpole
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 08/04/2015
RIP Steve, condolences to all his family
First Name: Paul
Last Name: Piotrowicz
City: Holbrook
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 08/04/2015
To the entire Gallagher Family, our families grew up together and there was never ever a time we did not enjoy our time with all of you. Steve was one of a kind and will be a person who will be greatly missed. Reflecting back on all of the time we spent together just brings back joy and happiness. We feel so lucky to have shared so many wonderful memories. There are very few people that can bring a smile to your face all the time but clearly Steve was one of those people. He was and is very special. Even with all the sadness everyone is feeling I doubt there is a single person that does not have a Steve Gallagher story and that story would involve laughter. Such a great guy!!! Our thoughts are with all of you. The Piotrowicz Family
First Name: John
Last Name: Rooney
City: Scituate
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 08/04/2015
Patty, Very sorry for your loss.
First Name: Shawna & Paul
Last Name: Gvazdauskas
City: Portmouth
State: NH
Country: USA
Entry Date: 08/04/2015
Steve will always be remembered for his kind heart and love of life and his family.
May the wind always be at your back Steve.
Love
First Name: Ellen
Last Name: Curtis
City: Menlo Park
State: CA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 08/04/2015
Patty and family,
Steve was a wonderful member of the Syntex family, and one who was very dear to me. He entertained us endlessly with stories of your family and the antics of your children throughout the years, starting when they were just babies. I feel as if I knew your family, despite only having met Patty on a handful of occasions. You all were always on his mind and at the tip of his tongue. My heart goes out to you on your loss. He was one of a kind; a very unique and loving person.
I am thinking of your family and praying for healing.
Ellen
First Name: Lee
Last Name: Tigges
City: Hull
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 08/04/2015
Patty, I am so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.
First Name: Vince
Last Name: Perera
City: Davie
State: FL
Country: USA
Entry Date: 08/04/2015
No words will help with the pain I can only imagine you are feeling in the loss of such a special human being. I worked with Steve for several years and to this day I re-tell many of the cherished moments I shared with him.
My deepest regrets.
Vince Perera
First Name: Elin
Last Name: Kelliher
City: West Bridgewater
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 08/04/2015
Words cannot express how deeply saddened I feel at such a tremendous loss. Steve brightened a room when he walked in and kept a conversation continuously going with his wit, humor and laughter. He was a great husband, Dad and grandfather who will be truly missed - no one can ever take his place. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Gallagher family at this time. xoxox
First Name: Patrick
Last Name: Wynne
City: Dorchester
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 08/04/2015
Sorry for your loss. Steve was great to my little league team and all my friends growing up. It was always a nice escape from the city when we took trips out to Holbrook. He will be missed.
My condolences
First Name: Michael & mARY
Last Name: Nihill
City: Holbrook
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 08/05/2015
Patty, Jeanne and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Steve's sudden passing. We will keep you all in our prayers and ask the Good Lord to give you peace and understanding of his will.
God Bless you All
Sincerely,
the Nihill's
First Name: Rachael
Last Name: Sordillo
City: Hull
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 08/05/2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you all, I am so very sorry to hear about Mr. Gallagher.
First Name: James
Last Name: McDonald
City: Charlestown
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 08/05/2015
Words are never adequate in moments like these. I will say though, that my heart goes out to you, and I will always remember the joyous memories that I am privileged to have in knowing Stephen.
First Name: Scott
Last Name: Fetterolf
City: Exton
State: PA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 08/05/2015
To the Gallagher Family:
I wanted to express my deepest sorry for the loss of Steve. I worked with Steve for a number of years in Massachusetts - he was so very funny and warmhearted - here is a story I'd like to share and it reflects his spence of humor : We were at Business Unit Meeting at the Ocean Side Country Club on the Cape... We were golfing and I didn't have an Iron so Steve let me borrow his ... I swing , miss the ball ,scrape a rock, and this Huge spark came off the end of the club! Steve said in all the time I've golfed I have never seen anything like that !! We laughed so hard and Steve referred to me as "Sparky" from that moment on....
Please focus on the happy memories during this difficult time as I'm sure he would want it that way!
Warmest Regards
First Name: Sean
Last Name: Leary
City: Boston
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 08/05/2015
To the Gallagher family, I am so sorry for your loss. Steve and I started at the Dorchester Yacht Club around the same time and was one of the first friends I made over there as I knew no one at the time. We spent many hours during our "work parties" talking boats, our lack of construction abilities and your family. He was very proud to talk about all of you. I know for me personally, will be sorely missed around the DYC!
First Name: Stanleigh
Last Name: Wilde
City: LAKE HAVASU CITY
State: AZ
Country: United States
Entry Date: 08/05/2015
Patty and family,
In time, it will be the the small, everyday occurrences that you’ll remember most about Steve: the laughs, the stories, the smiles. Although it might seem like the pain will never go away, it is these very memories that will help push the sorrow away and bring back happier feelings, in time. Although no words can really help to ease your loss, know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
I will forever remember what a wonderful man he was and the fun that he, Joel and I shared while at Roche.
Godspeed Steve!!
Stan Wilde
First Name: Jeff
Last Name: Haslett C Dock
City: Quincy
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 08/05/2015
I am so sorry Patty for yours and the familys loss
I will and have missed Steve and Patty from Bay Point for years.
Steve was always quick with a good joke.
First Name: Leah
Last Name: Abbott
City: Holbrook
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 08/05/2015
Patty and family....my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time.
With my deepest sympathies,
Leah Abbott
First Name: Linda
Last Name: Clark-Borre
City: chico
State: CA
Country: usa
Entry Date: 08/06/2015
So sorry to hear of Steve's passing.I was a Roche colleague. He was a first-class gentleman and my heart goes out to his family and friends.
First Name: Kevin
Last Name: Gallagher
City: Yarmouth Port
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 08/06/2015
I was so very sorry to hear the news about Steve. I met and worked with Steve via his position with NovaSom. Despite no relation, we shared the same last name and often joked with accounts when we would visit accounts together. There will be no replacing Steve. He was generous, fun and compassionate. My condolences to his family.
First Name: Lois & Ed
Last Name: Drukman
City: Weymouth
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 08/06/2015
Our deepest sympathy to you. We enjoyed the time we shared with you at Bay Pointe Marina.
First Name: Rosemary
Last Name: Gifford
City: Windsor Locks
State: CT
Country:
Entry Date: 08/06/2015
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Steve was a terrific person. The years with Syntex were the best. Steve always had a story to tell that would leave us laughing. I hope you find comfort in remembering all the good times. My condolences to your entire family. Rosemary
First Name: Kathy and Bob
Last Name: Hedlund
City: Quincy
State: MA
Country: US
Entry Date: 08/07/2015
Patty, Jeanne , Terrance, Brendan and family..
Stephen was a great guy and we were proud to know and enjoy him. You were so lucky to have him in your lives.
Patty.. Always here to be your friend. I will pick you up anytime to go to the Inn whenever you want to. Ensil me for numbers kathed49@comcast.net. XO
First Name: Phyllis
Last Name: Holden
City: Holbrook
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 08/10/2015
With deep sympathy to the entire Gallagher family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Keep the fond and loving memories in your heart always.
Phyllis Ricci Holden
First Name: Donna
Last Name: Senatore
City: Lincoln Park
State: NJ
Country: United States
Entry Date: 08/10/2015
Patty....I am so sorry for your loss. I was a colleague of Steve's at Roche and he was such a first class gentleman who could tell a joke like no one else.
May your heart be filled with the healing comfort of the memories you hold dear. Sometimes there are no words to express the feelings of the heart.
In deepest sympathy,
Donna
First Name: Barbara
Last Name: Demilt
City: Holbrook
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 08/15/2015
Patty and family sorry for your loss our family will always remember Steve has one of the best soccer coaches my kids had our hearts and prayer go out to all ofyou
First Name: Kevin & Mary
Last Name: Malloy
City: Scituate
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 08/17/2015
Patty and family, we are very sorry for your loss. Steve was a great guy.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kevin and Mary
First Name: Brenda
Last Name: Ralph
City: Westchester
State: OH
Country:
Entry Date: 02/09/2018
Patty,Jeanne,Brendan, and Terrance,
I just learned of Steve's passing when I googled him. My word what a shock! Your family treated me like part of it as I was in my first apartment in Boston. What a great guy, I have thought about you guys over the years. So sad you lost him too soon.
Love,
Brenda