Thomas Gallagher

Thomas F. Gallagher, Sr, age 91, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2019 at his residence, a place he built in 1952. Tom was a lifelong resident of Bensalem. He was one of the founding parishioners of St. Ephrem Parish, Bensalem. Tom enjoyed gardening, puzzles and was an avid Phillies fan. In his younger years, he enjoyed hunting and fishing as well as watching his grandchildren's sporting events. He was a proud WWII US Army Veteran. Tom was a carpenter. He was a gold card member (50 + years) of Local Union #454 Wharf & Dock Builders. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 63 years Joan A. (nee Bonanomi). Tom will be sadly missed by his 4 loving children: Thomas F. Gallagher Jr. (Patricia), Robert M. Gallagher (Christine), Cheryl M. McKeown (William) and Marian P. Gallagher; 8 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister: Peg Mullins (Bud). Tom was preceded in death by his parents, John A. and Margaret (nee Altmeier) Gallagher, Sr. and his brother, John A. Gallagher, Jr. (Terry). Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing, Thursday from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at St. Ephrem Church, 5400 Hulmeville Rd., Bensalem, PA 19020, followed by his Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM. Rite of Committal Resurrection Cemetery. Mass cards are appreciated by the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 399 Market Street, Suite 102, Phila., PA 19106. www.tomlinsonfh.com