John Gallagher

John-Gallagher

Cloonfinaun, Swinford.

Former Principal of Scoil Muire agus Padraig, Swinford – peacefully at his home on Tuesday, September 30th 2025, surrounded by his family following a short illness bravely borne R.I.P

Pre-deceased by his parents Hubert and Catherine and his brother Seamus. R.I.P.

Deeply mourned by his devoted wife Mary and his children Claire, Shane, Michael and Aidan, his much-adored grandchildren Grace, Seán, Niamh, Hugh, Kate, Maedbh and Saoirse, his daughters-in-law Lorraine, Caríona and Eliza, his brother Michael and his sister Maureen, his extended family, and his wide circle of friends and neighbours.

The grief of our loss may be with us a long time, but the joy of our memories will stay forever.

Reposing in Campbell’s Funeral Home, Swinford (F12YE00) on Friday, 3rd October from 5pm until 7.30pm with removal to the Church of Our Lady Help of Christians, Swinford arriving at 8pm.

John’s Funeral Mass will take place on Saturday, 4th October at 11am prior to burial in Kilconduff Cemetery.

Family flowers only please.

Donations if desired to Swinford Meals and Wheels.

Funeral Mass can be viewed live on https://www.churchservices.tv/swinford  or Campbell Funeral Directors Facebook Page.

May John Rest in Peace.

Published On: October 2nd, 2025

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Joe and Rens Conroy
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary and family on the passing of John May he rest in peace

Sarah Ansboro
7 months ago

Deepest condolences to you Mary & family on the sad passing of John. Thoughts are with you all. A lovely man and a great principal.

The Ward Family, Carrandine
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and family on the death of John, may he rest in peace.

Ciaran Reilly, Bofeenaun
7 months ago

Deepest condolences to all the Gallagher family on John’s passing. May he rest in peace 🙏

Lar,Nora Sheridan &family Balla.
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary & family on the sad passing of John may he rest in eternal peace🙏

Karen Convey
7 months ago

Dear Mary and family please accept my deepest condolences on the death of John , he was a great teacher and I always enjoyed meeting him .
The last time I saw him was at the Communion in Meelick and he gave one of his strong handshakes a true gentleman, he will be missed .
RIP .

Sarah Parsons(Howley) Killasser & Carracastle
7 months ago

I would like to extend Claire and all the Gallagher family my sincere sympathy and deepest condolences on the passing of your dad/husband. Mr. Gallagher was a lovely person and a great teacher, he will be sadly missed. Rest in Peace Mr. Gallagher.

Murtagh family, Laragan
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary and family on the passing of John. May he rest in peace.

Mary Doyle and Family
7 months ago

Our deepest sympathy to you Mary and family and all the extended family on the sad passing of John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May his gentle soul Rest in Peace

Eugene & Marian Maloney
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary & family and the extended Gallagher Family. John was a true gentleman. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Jimmy and Margaret Lardner
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mick, Bridie and to the extended Gallagher family on the passing of John. May he rest in peace.

Carmel Ansboro Claremorris
7 months ago

Sincere Sympathy to Mary and family brother Michael and Bridie sister Maureen on the passing of John. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Barry & Barbara O Shea Carrandine Balla Co Mayo.
7 months ago

Deepest Sympathies to Mary on the passing John, to his daughter & sons, also the extended families. May John Rest in Peace.

Catherine Clarke
7 months ago

I was saddened to hear of Johns passing, many memories of my time in St Mary’s. May he rest in eternal peace. Condolences to all his family at this difficult time.

Steve & Patsy (Horkan) Goggins Westport
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary & family on the sad passing of John .
May he rest in peace.

Jimmy Gallagher claremorris
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mick and all the Gallagher families

Carmel Ansboro Claremorris
7 months ago

Sincere Sympathy to Mary and family also Michael and Bridie and Maureen on the passing of John. May his gentle soul rest in peace

Joe & Cathleen Naughton
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to Michael and all the Gallagher family on the death of John.
May he rest in peace.

Mary Ryan.
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Gallagher family on the passing of John.May he rest in peace.

Madeline, Nigel, Juliet, Penelope Jacobs. Australia
7 months ago

Our sincere condolences to Mick and all the Gallagher family on the passing of John.
I hope John’s memories bring a smile to your face during this difficult time.
Rest in peace John.

Monica (Benson) Duffy
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to Mary and family. Lovely memories of John when he taught me. Met him many times since then and he was always friendly and a pleasure to meet. Rest in peace.

Roisin & Michael Gallagher
7 months ago

Our sincere sympathy to Mary, Claire and all the Gallagher family on the sad and untimely passing of John- a wonderful enthusiast teacher. May he rest in peace.

Lisa Murtagh (Craggagh N.S.) & John Higgins Kiltimagh
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to Mary and all the family on the passing of your beloved husband, father and grandfather. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Jacqueline Flannery
7 months ago

Condolences to Gallagher family May God give John the light of Heaven Amen 🙏

Sharon Ruane, Ardhoom, Meelick
7 months ago

Michael, my sincere condolences to you and your family on the death of your Dad. He was a great teacher. May he rest in peace.

Sadie and Noel Harrison
7 months ago

Our sincere sympathy to Mary and family also to Michael and Maureen and the extended Gallagher family on the sad passing of John May he rest in peace

Patrick Molloy
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gallagher family. He was a great card player and will be sadly missed. RIP.

Bernie Doherty,Ballina Rd.
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to John’s wife& family on the passing of John.
He was a great geography teacher.
May he rest in peace.

John & Anne Loftus
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and family on the passing of John. May he rest in peace.

Darragh & Aoife McGarry and Family, Swinford.
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to Mary and all the Gallagher Family on the very sad passing of John. He was an excellent Irish and Geography teacher and a gentleman . May John rest in peace 🙏

Frank and Margaret Campbell Killaturley
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary and family on the passing of John .May he Rest In Peace

Frances Price
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to John’s wife Mary and all his family on the sad loss of John,he taught me back in the seventies,a wonderful teacher, I met him many times over the years and we always had a chat. Rest in Peace John,You were a gentleman

Vincent and Nancy Murtagh and Family Tullinacurra.
7 months ago

Sincere Sympathy to the Gallagher Family ,May John’s gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Jimmy Coleman
7 months ago

Rest in peace John

Seamus and Margo Quinn, Claremorris
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mick and all the Gallagher family on John’s passing.
May he rest in peace.

Frances and Michael Ryan
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to you Mary and family, and to Maureen and Michael and extended Gallagher family on the death of John. May he Rest in Peace.

Michael Campbell london
7 months ago

Condolences to gallagher family and extended family on the loss of john rest in peace

michelle killeen(conlon), Claremorris
7 months ago

Deepest condolences to all the Gallagher family. John was a great person and teacher, have fond memories of him from my schools days. May John rest peacefully.

Michael Duffy, Ballinderry, Mullingar.
7 months ago

I am saddened to hear of John’s death. My sympathy to his wife, Mary, and family.

Pat Tighe Ballycastle
7 months ago

Very sorry to hear this. Condolences to Shane, Mick and all the Gallagher Family at this time.

Mary Campbell Kinaffe & Kiltimagh.
7 months ago

Deepest Sympathy to Mary, Claire Shane, Aiden Michael and His Sister Maureen and Brother Michael and Extended Family on The Death of John May His Soul Rest in Peace.

Padraig Horkan, Main St.
7 months ago

To all of John’s family, my sincere condolences on your sad loss. May his soul rest in peace.

Chris Mulholland and Family, Kinaffe, Swinford
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gallagher family on John’s untimely passing. Thinking of you all at this sad time time. Rest in Peace John

Angela Clarke
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John . May he rest in peace.

Angela Horkan Claremorris
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gallagher family, and to the extended family on the sad loss of John. May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

Paddy&Teresa Gallagher, Drumshinnagh,Cuilmore.
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to the Gallagher family on John’s passing, may he rest in peace.

Amy Muldowney
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael, Aidan and all the family on the passing of your beloved husband, father and grandfather. He will be remembered with great respect and fondness for his dedication as Principal of Scoil Muire agus Padraig and for his kindness to all who knew him. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Tom Mongan
7 months ago

Condolences to the family of John Gallagher. To his wife Mary. To his immediate family Claire, Shane, Michael and Aidan. To his grandchildren. Also to his brother Michael and Bridie. To his sister Maureen. To his extended family, neighbours and friends.
May John rest in peace.
Tom Mongan. Ballygowan. Claremorris.

Nuala O’Donnell-Johnson, Charlestown
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John. Remembering him fondly, full of enthuasim and passion when teaching Latin & Geography. He was always a pleasure to meet. Rest in peace John.

Kathleen & Tommie Moore Carracanada sen
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and the Gallagher family on the passing of John may his gentle soul rest in peace 🙏🏼

Joe, Julie, Laura & Rachel King, Carrandine, Balla
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to Mary and your family on the passing of John. May he Rest in Peace

Noel and Sheila Mc Nicholas
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John. Loved his card games, a lovely gentleman.

Tom/Mary Killilea
7 months ago

Condolences to you Mary and all your family on the very sad passing of John.
John was always a gentleman even in our dancing days he would still talk about those times.
May hisgentl soul rest in peace in uhis heavenly home.

Patsy Sweeney
7 months ago

So deeply saddened to hear of the passing of a dear colleague and friend-John. A loyal and supportive fellow traveller through student days in UCG, Geography Teaching, Ballina Branch AGTI, Transition year Co-ordination and ultimately School Principalship, Johns focus was always on the good of his students, his colleagues and his staff.
Deepest condolences to his beloved wife Mary, to Claire, Shane, Michael and Aidan, his adored grandchildren, daughters in law especially Lorraine and all the extended Gallagher family. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam uasal.

Martin & Anne-Marie McNicholas, Ballyvary (formerly Logcurragh)
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to the Gallagher Family on your sad loss. May John Rest in Peace.

Martin & Anna Walsh . Mayfield.
7 months ago

Deepest sympathies to Michael / Bridie the Gallagher and extended families on the sad and untimely passing of John . May He Rest In Peace .

Ellen Sweeney Ginty Ballycroy
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary and Family and extended members on the Sad passing of of John Fond memories of John as he taught me in the Convent God rest his kind Soul

Tom & Anne Maloney (London)
7 months ago

Our deepest sympathy to Mary & family on the sad passing of John .He was an excellent teacher I have fond memories of my time in his classes throughout Secondary school.
May his gentle soul rest in peace 🙏

Anne Dunleavy Shammer Kilkelly
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Gallagher Family on the sad passing of John . A wonderful teacher who taught me geography in mean scoil mhuire in swinford many years ago . A true gentleman who took great pride in his work and all his students . Rest in peace John .

Marie & PJ Walsh Dublin
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gallagher family on the passing of John and to his brother Michael.
May his soul rest in peace.

Breda & Tom Devine, Midfield
7 months ago

Our sincere sympathy to Mary and all the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John. May his soul Rest in Peace.

Geraldine maloney(Smyth)
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and all of John family. He was a lovely teacher and gentleman.May he rest in peace.

Imelda Comer and family Swinford
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to all the Gallagher family on the passing of John, may he rest in peace,

Patricia Reid & family
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mick, Bridie and all the Gallagher family on John’s passing.
May his gentle soul rest in peace.

John and Mary Donnellan
7 months ago

Our sincere sympathy to Mick & all the Gallagher family on the passing of John. May he Rest in peace.

Liam and Jackie Campbell
7 months ago

Condolences to John’s family on his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. RIP

Anne and Michael Fleming Carrowreagh Cooper Tubbercurry
7 months ago

We offer our sincere sympathy to the Gallagher and Haran families on the sad passing of John, may his gentle soul rest in peace amen

Larry and Theresa Gill
7 months ago

So sorry to hear about the passing of John, may his gentle soul rest in peace, condolences to his wife Mary and his family

Mai and Tommy Kennedy
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to Mary and family on John’s death. Also to you Maureen and Michael and to your families. May John rest in peace.

David Bennett
7 months ago

My sincere condolences to Mick and extended Gallagher family on the passing of John. May he now be at peace

Tina Judge
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary & Family & extended families on the sad passing of John
Played cards in the Moy Club
with him May his gentle soul rest in peace

John and Mary Rita Henry
7 months ago

Our sincere condolences to you Mary and to all your family and extended family on the death of John. May his Soul Rest in Peace.

Frank& bridie joyce
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gallagher family on the passing of John may he rest in peace 🙏

Virginia, Chris and The Heeran Family
7 months ago

Our heartfelt sympathy to Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael, Aidan, family and friends at this sad time, you are in our thoughts and prayers. RIP John

John Mc Hugh and family Kiltimagh
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael, Aidan and all the Gallagher and Walsh families on John passing.
May he Rest in Peace

Caroline Reddington
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gallagher family on the passing of John. May he rest in peace

Mary Woods and family, Castlebar
7 months ago

Our most sincere condolences on the sad passing of John to Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael, Aiden and of all the extended Gallagher family. A truly kind gentleman .Thinking of all the family at this sad time and keeping you all in our prayers. May John rest in eternal peace

Marty and Marie O’Hora Bohola
7 months ago

Shocked snd saddened to hear John has passed away, he was a lovely neighbour and a great teacher, our sincere sympathy to Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael, Aidan brother Michael , sister Maureen, grandchildren, daughters in law and extended family, neighbours and friends on your very sad loss, may John’s gentle soul rest in peace.

Jane Fallon (Mannion )
7 months ago

Heartfelt condolences to Mick, all the family and friends of John.
Thinking of you all at this sad time. May John rest in eternal comfort with the angels.

John Kathleen Walsh Killaturley
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gallagher family and to his brother Michael on the passing of John. May he Rip

Deirdre Gavin
7 months ago

Sincere sympathies to Mary & all of the Gallagher family on John’s passing. I have very fond memories of my time in his classes throughout secondary school. May his gentle soul Rest In Peace.

Angela Henry Barnacogue
7 months ago

Very sad to hear the passing for John may he rest in peace. He was a wonderful teacher and a kind gentleman who always enjoyed meeting over the years for a chat with a big friendly handshake. He will be missed. Condolences to all the Gallagher family on their great loss

Michael S Durkin
7 months ago

Condolences to the Gallagher family. John and as a great geography, teacher and always spoke when I met him. Maybe he rest in peace

Owen and may Rowley killasser
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary and all the Gallagher family on the passing of John. May he rest in peace

Evelyn O’Keeffe
7 months ago

Sympathy to the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John RIP

Pat & Bernie Horan Sweetwell
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary & all the family on the sad passing of John . He taught me Geography & Irish many years ago a wonderful teacher & principal with a great sense of humour. May his gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Aidan and Angela McDonagh
7 months ago

Sympathy to Mary and family and extended families on the passing of John. May He Rest in Peace

Michael and Dolores Mannion.
7 months ago

Our deepest sympathies to Mick and all the Gallagher family on the sudden passing of John.
May he’s gentle soul rest in eternal comfort and peace. 🙏

P J Moore Swinford
7 months ago

Sympathy to the Gallagher Family on the passing of John. May he rest in peace.

Tom & Ann Gallagher,Claremorris.
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mick and Bridie and all the Gallagher family on the death of John.May he rest in peace.

David and Marcella Nolan Balla.
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and family on the sad passing of John. May he Rest in Peace.

Bríd and Andrew Finn
7 months ago

Our sincere sympathy to the Gallagher and extended families on the passing of John.
May he rest in peace.

Adrian Forkan
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary, Michael, Claire, Shane, Aidan and the extended Gallagher family on the passing of John.
May John Rest in Peace.

Mary Lavin & family, Swinford
7 months ago

Our Deepest condolences to all the Gallagher family,and extended families on the passing of John,may he rest in peace.

Martin & Kathleen Gallagher, Killasser
7 months ago

Sorry to hear of the sad passing of John. Sincere sympathy to all the Gallagher family. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Rest in peace John.

Tina and Pat Joyce. Knockatemple, Ballyvary.
7 months ago

Our deepest sympathy to all the Gallagher family at this very sad time. John was very approachable and helpful as principal of Scoil Muire agus Padraig and always had the students best interests at heart. May he Rest in Peace.

Mary and Michael Hambly
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Gallagher family on the death of John. May he rest in eternal peace.

Jimmy & Cathy Vahey, Castlebar
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and the Gallagher family on the passing of John. He was a lovely man, full of good humour and always pleasant to meet. One of life’s true gentlemen. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

John & Maura Grant I
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gallagher Family and extended family on the death of John. May his soul rest in peace.

Fiona Morrisroe
7 months ago

My sincere condolences to you all. Mr Gallagher was a fantastic Irish and Geography teacher. He was always so friendly and supported all the 25 card drives in the airport.
May he rest in peace.

Rachel McNicholas & Hugh Doyle
7 months ago

We are sorry to hear of John’s passing. We have fond memories of him as principal during our time in Scoil Muire & Pádraig. Thinking of his family at this sad time.

Pat / Margaret Boyle Castlebar
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Michael and the Gallagher family on the death of John. May his gentle soul rest in peace,

Cathy & Joe Lyons Carrabawn
7 months ago

Our deepest sympathy to the Gallagher family on the very sad passing of John. May he rest in peace.

Jonathan and Marion Harraghy Tyson
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to Mary, family, friends and neighbours on Johns early departure. An absolute gentleman. He will be sadly missed. Rest in peace John

Tom Eileen Gallagher Balla and family
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and family on the passing of John may he rest in peace

Kathleen Regan &Family Midfield
7 months ago

Sincere sympthy to all the Gallagher Family on the sad passing of John .you are all in our thoughts and prayers.may he rest in peace

Louis / Bernie McNulty
7 months ago

Condolences to all the Gallagher Family at this sad time .May John rest in peace 🙏

Bridie Keegan
7 months ago

Condolences to Claire and family. So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr Gallagher. He was an absolute gentleman, generous with his time, a super Geography teacher, and an inspiration to many. Over the years, I met him many times, always smiling with a glint in his eye. He never forgot his past students and always had time for a chat. Rest in Peace John.

JOHN MOLLOY and Family U.K.
7 months ago

Sincere Sympathy to Mary and Family and to Michael and Maureen on the Sad passing of John., May His Kind and Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Marian Gildea
7 months ago

Sincere sympathyto John’s wife and family and extended family john taught me geography in scoil muire a very long time ago he was an excellent teacher and very fair I was very sorry to hear of his passing may he rest in peace

Jp and Phil Reynolds midfield
7 months ago

Sorry to hear of John’s passing may he rip 🙏

Francis Brennan.
7 months ago

Sympathy to the Gallagher family on the passing of John.Recognising his contribution to the Community and his great support for Killasser Centre Card Games.May John RIP.Francis Brennan,Swinford.

Sophia Scully McNicholas
7 months ago

My sincere sympathy to you Mary your children ,grandchildren extended families ,neighbours and friends I have great memories of John when he first came to teach in Swinford ,we were his Leaving Cert Geography class . Thank you John for your teaching skills and our many chats when we met in Moores Supermarket Rest In Peace John

Jimmy and Breege McDonnell and family Killasser
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gallagher Family on the sad passing of John. May his gentle soul Rest in Peace

John and Helen Halligan Callow Foxford.
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and family on the passing of John a real gentleman May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Martin & Annie McNeela
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and family on John’s passing. May he rest in peace. Always a pleasure to chat at the card game. Thinking of you all at this sad time.

Adrianne and Eamonn Ring. Swinford.
7 months ago

Condolences to Mary and family on the death of John. May he rest in peace.

Pete &Jo Kelly
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and all the Gallagher family on John’s passing may he rest in peace.🙏

Mary Mulligan Swinford
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary Clare Shane Michael and Aiden also Maureen and Michael on the sad passing of John Rest in peace John

Margaret and Sean Davey
7 months ago

To Mary and family. Sincere sympathy on John’s passing May he rest in peace.
So grateful to have him as principal of Swinford secondary school, always welcoming, approachable, understanding and helpful – RIP

Peter Sheridan, Ballina.
7 months ago

My sympathy to Mary and family on the passing of your beloved John.
John was a gentleman. I played cards with him in the Moy Club Ballina. May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace. 🙏🙏

Chris and Martin Cunningham
7 months ago

Condolences to all the Gallagher family at this very sad time. May John rest in Eternal peace. His kindness will never be forgotten.

Catherine Fitzgibbon Castlebar .
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary and Family on Johns passing . It brought back many good memories to me of my time in swinford as a public health nurse in the Eighties . John s and Mary’s home was my first introduction to a swinford family visiting a new baby in their beautiful welcoming home . Their home was a place where children played as children and adults loved them dearly . John will be a great loss to Mary and his family . He was a man of the community
May his gentle soul rest in peace Thanks once more to Mary and her family for their helpfulness in a strange place They will never know their influence on the world .

Eugene Kenny,Kilbride.
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to John’s wife Mary, to his daughter Claire, his sons are Shane,Michael and Aidan and to the extended family on his death. May he rest in peace.Solas na bhFlaitheas go raibh aige.

Bill and Mary Flanagan.
7 months ago

To Mary and family,please accept our sincere sympathy on John’s death. John was a gentleman and a wonderful teacher. May he rest in Peace.

Ethna O’Grady
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy and prayers to Mary and all the Gallagher family as you mourn the loss of John. May he be welcomed into his heavenly home by his deceased family and friends.

Sheila Roarty and family Donegal
7 months ago

Our deepest sympathies to my cousin Mary and family on the very sad loss of John May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace 🙏🙏

Patsy & Maureen Noone
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John. May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace. Ex Davitt College

Mary Mc Nicholas, Brookville Ave. Swinford
7 months ago

Sincere Sympathy to Mary and Family. John was a kind gentleman always had an encouraging word for everyone past pupils or not. God will reward him. Our Lady of Knock watch over John and his family in the times ahead.

Peter and Nuala Sarsfield
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mick and Bridie and the Gallagher family on the passing of John.May he rest in peace

Myra Ruane & Family
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to all the Gallagher family on John’s passing. May he Rest in Peace 🙏

Ann Moore &family Newpark
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and family on the passing of John May he rest in peace

Deborah Convey & Donall O’Brien
7 months ago

We offer our sincere condolences to the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John. He was a wonderful teacher and a very kind man. He was a particularly proud grandparent collecting his grandchildren from Meelick NS and attending various school events. Rest in peace John

Violet Cummins
7 months ago

My Deepest Condolences to the Gallagher Family. I have very fond memories of Mr. Gallagher. Rest in Peace.

Mary and Liam Weir & Family(Loftus)
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gallagher family and extended family members on the sad passing of John ,he was a true gentleman,a brilliant teacher and always had time to for a chat ,he will be sadly missed.May his gentle and kind soul rest in peace

Martin & Marguerite O’Brien, Mayfield, Claremorris.
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mick, Bridie & the Gallagher family on John’s death. My he Rest in Peace.

Maura (Walsh) and John Kennedy, Swinford
7 months ago

Our sincere sympathy to John’s wife Mary and his family. I had John as a teacher for all of secondary school, a great teacher. I enjoyed meeting him around Swinford since I left school for the chats. A lovely person. May he rest in peace.

Frank McCarrick
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to all the Gallagher family on John’s death. May he rest in peace.

John and Melanie Brady
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John .May he rest in peace .

Nancy lawless and family
7 months ago

Our sincere sympathy to the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John may his soul rest in peace

Peter and Michelle Moore, Kinnegad, co Westmeath
7 months ago

Rest in Peace, what a brilliant teacher
he taught us both in Swinford school,
Our thoughts are with his family and friends

Deirdre and Pat Coyne
7 months ago

To all johns family please accept our condolences on Johns passing may he rest in peace

Betty & Lorcan Cribbin & family
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to Mary, his children and all the Gallagher family on John’s passing. May he Rest in Peace.

John and Josie Sheerin Sligo (Curradrish)
7 months ago

Mary & family we send our condolences to you all on the sad passing of John

May he rest in peace.

Paul & Patricia Maloney
7 months ago

Our sincere condolences to all the Gallagher family. May his soul Rest In Peace.

Fintan Gilligan
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mick , Bridie & all the Gallagher family on the passing of John . May he Rest in Peace.

Brian & Teresa Molloy Swinford
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael, Aidan and the extended Gallagher family on the passing of John. He was a lovely gentleman, excellent school teacher and principal. May he Rest In Peace.

Maureen & Geraldine Gallagher, Barnacogue
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and family and the extended Gallagher family on the passing of John. May his kind and gentle soul rest in peace.

Margaret Waters Swinford.
7 months ago

My sincere sympathy to Mary Claire Shane Michael Aiden and the extended Gallagher family on Johns passing ,He will be dearly missed at our regular card games.May he rest in peace.

Michael & Margo O’Loughlin.
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and family on the sad passing of your Beloved, John. Condolence also to Michael, Bridie, Maureen, extended family, neighbours, friends and former colleagues. May his kind and gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

Breda Holleran
7 months ago

RIP John. Condolences to all of the Gallagher family. John taught me Latin and Geography. A lovely teacher who always had time to talk when we met.

Craggagh Card Game Committee.
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and family on the passing of John. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Jimmy and Catherine Gallagher, Curry
7 months ago

Our deepest sympathies to Maureen, John and family also to his wife Mary and all the Gallagher family on the passing of John.
May he rest in peace

Joan and Brendan Kenny Swinford
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary & family, extended family, friends neighbours. May John rest in peace.

Frank and Mary Campbell and Family knock ( kinaffe)
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary , Claire, Shane , Micheal and Aidan , on the sad passing of John , many a chat I had with John at the cards in craggagh , he was always in great form , may his gentle soul rest in peace amen .

Phil Rowley
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to Mary and all the Gallagher family on the passing of John, a wise witty and smart gentleman.
May he Rest in Peace

Denis & Roisin O’Boyle, Claremorris
7 months ago

Our sincere sympathy to the Gallagher family on the passing of John. May he rest in peace.

Joanne & Martin Kilroy
7 months ago

With deepest sympathy to the extended Gallagher family on the passing of John. Thinking of you all at this sad time. May he rest in peace.

John Mary Kelly & Family Midfield
7 months ago

Deepest Sympathy To Mary To her Daughter Claire Sons Shane Michael & Aidan John was a Dedicated Teacher very nice to them all He was always Pleasure to meet love the chat may John rest in peace

John and Rita Kennedy Tubbercurry
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Maureen, Johnny and all of the Haran and Gallagher families on the sad and untimley passing of John,a dear brother, husband father, grandfather and friend to you all. May God grant John the eternal light of heaven and may his gentle soul rest in the peace and comfort of heaven

Jack Ryan and Family, Balla.
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael, Aidan and all the Gallagher family on the sad passing of john. May he rest in peace.

Con and Carmel Nolan
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Michael, Bridie and the Gallagher families on the death of John. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

The Borza family
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John. RIP

Mary & Aiden Barrett, Lisheenabrone
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael, Aidan grandchildren and extended family at this time. John was a wonderful conversationalist and had a great capacity to recall names. He always took the time to stop and chat with his former pupils. May he rest in peace.

Kelly Anne webb
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to Mary and all the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John. Thinking of you all at this sad time,May he rest in peace.

Geraldine Haran.
7 months ago

My Deepest Sympathy to Mary & family & all extended families on the sad & untimely passing of John. He was a gentleman & was always lovely to meet. May his kind & gentle soul Rest In eternal peace.

Martin and Esther Munnelly Swinford
7 months ago

Condolences to Mary family and extended families on the sad passing of John.A true gentleman may he rest in peace.

Swinford Golf Club Card Players
7 months ago

So sorry to hear of the passing of John,a true gentleman, will be sadly missed by all the card players Condolences to Mary and family,rest in peace John.

Dympna Browne
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to Claire and all the family. May Mr Gallagher rest in peace. He was a wonderful teacher.

Rachel O’Hora
7 months ago

I’m so sad to hear of John’s passing. I did my final teaching practice in Swinford 19 years ago and I’ll never forget his concern for me after an incident with my inspector. He treated me like any other member of staff, not “only” a student teacher. May his kind soul rest in peace.

Moore Family, Market Street Swinford
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gallagher Family on the sad passing of John.May his gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Joe and Mary Boyle
7 months ago

Our sincere condolences to you Mary and family on the passing of John. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Marie Webb
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and the family on the passing of John may he rest in eternal peace with the Lord and the angels r.i.p

Donal and Kathleen Benson Swinford
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary and family and the members of the wider family circle on the death of John RIP. Always a pleasure to meet him.

Martin and Jacqueline griffin davitt place swinford
7 months ago

Condolences to all the family and friends at this sad time, god rest his soul.

Ed. & Maureen (Campbell) Cunningham , Tullamore.
7 months ago

Deepest sympathies to you Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael & Aidan, Maureen & Michael on the very sad passing of John. Our thoughts are with you all at this very sad and difficult time . Go dtuga Dia suaimhneas síoraí dá anam

Kevin and Patricia Feeney
7 months ago

We were very sorry to hear of John’s passing, our sincere condolences to Mary and family. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Therese and Martin Hennigan and family
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and all the Gallagher family on the very sad passing of John.
May he Rest in Peace. RIP

Tom and Mary Coleman, Knock
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and family, also to Micheal and the extended Gallagher family on the passing of John. May he rest in eternal peace.

Anne and Padraic Cafferty
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary, Claire,Shane, Michael,Aiden his grandchildren, to Michael, Maureen and the extended Gallagher family. Lovely memories of John and the Gallagher family when we were neighbours in Cloonfinane and a great teacher always enjoyed meeting John for the chat. Rest in Peace John.

Jimmy Carney Kiltimagh
7 months ago

I was saddened to hear of the death of John, a good friend of mine during our time in St Pat’s as it was called then. A bright and dedicated student, no wonder he went on to become principal in the same (expanded) school. Sympathy to all the family and relations. RIP John.

Terry and Susan McNulty
7 months ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John. A wonderful teacher and gentleman. May he rest in peace

Michele Dunleavy and Michael Lavin, Canbrack, Kiltimagh
7 months ago

Sincere condolences to the Gallagher family on John’s passing. A dedicated and caring teacher. May John rest in peace.

Mary Woodlock
7 months ago

Im so sorry to hear this news. As one of John’s first pupils in Swinford I remember him as an excellent teacher and when he became principal I also saw the generous, caring person he was. He was so happy to have a canteen within the school and made sure no child went without.
My deepest condolences to Mary and all his family and friends. Rest in peace John.

Roughneen family Ballinamore
7 months ago

Our sympathy to Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael ,Aidan, grandchildren and all extended family on the death of John .
May the Lord take him safely home.

John Gibbons, Honorary Secretary, Claremorris Golf Club
7 months ago

On behalf of all our members I wish to offer our deepest condolences to Mick Gallagher on the sad passing of his brother John. May he rest in peace.

Sr Elizabeth mc Nicholas
7 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and all the family on the death of John rip. Thinking of you all at this sad time. My prayers and thoughts are with you all

Matthew Webb
8 months ago

Sincere condolences to Mary and all the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John. May he rest in peace.

Juliana Henry
8 months ago

Sincerest condolences to the Gallagher family. Mr Gallagher was a kind and dedicated teacher committed to ensuring his students achieved their potential. May he Rest in Peace

Kevin Judge. Killasser
8 months ago

Sincere condolences to Mary and all the Gallagher family and extended families on the sad passing of John. May he Rest In Peace 🙏

Edward Murphy Bangor Erris
8 months ago

To Michael and all the Gallagher and related families. My sincere condolences to you all on the sad passing of your Dad. May his soul rest in peace.

Angela McAndrew knocks killasser
8 months ago

MY deepest sympathy to the family John was a great teacher just had a way of getting things things across and was always kind and caring to his students may he rest in peace

Jimmy & Mary Walsh, Mayfield
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Michael, Bridie and all the Gallagher family on the passing of John.
May his soul rest in peace.

Tina kavanagh
8 months ago

My sympathies to the Gallagher family on the passing of John, he was a kind person and a great teacher and principal may his gentle soul rest in peace 🌹

The Stenson Family, Killasser
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gallagher Family on the passing of John. May he Rest in Peace.

Patricia and Martin Kelly Coolcronan, Foxford
8 months ago

Sincere condolences to his wife Mary, his daughter Claire, his sons Michael, Shane and Aiden and all the extended Gallagher family on the passing of John. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Niamh McLoughlin Swinford
8 months ago

My deepest condolences to John’s wife Mary, daughter Claire, sons Shane, Michael and Aidan, daughters in law, precious grandchildren, brother Michael, sister Maureen and all the extended Family. A wonderful teacher, kind and helpful and would always have a smile and hello. Rest in Peace Mr Gallagher.

Patricia Mc Donnell Barley Hill Court Bohola Co Mayo
8 months ago

Our deepest sympathy to Mary ,daughter Claire sons Michael ,Shane and Aiden and all extended family on a sad passing of John may he rest in peace

James and Mary Reddington Ballina Road Swinford
8 months ago

Sincere condolences to Mary and family on the sad passing of John may his gentle soul rest in peace.

James & Martina Ballina Road Swinford.
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary & family on the passing of John may he rest in peace.

Anne and Tommy Regan
8 months ago

Condolences to Mary and family on the sad death of John. My condolences also to the extended Gallagher and Walsh families. May John rest in peace 🙏

Paddy and Chrissy mc Loughlin
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Gallagher family Rest in peace

Olive Kavanagh Cloonlara
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy Mary and Family on the sad passing of John. May he rest in peace.

Ambrose & Mary Lavin & Family
8 months ago

Our sincere condolences to the Gallagher Family on the death of John, may John rest in peace.

Martin and Shannon McShea
8 months ago

Condolences to all the Gallagher family on John’s passing. John was a great teacher and a gentleman. Rest in peace John

Eugene & Deirdre Greaney
8 months ago

Deepest sympathies to all the Gallagher family on John’s passing. May John Rest in Peace

Michael Maloney Brabazon heights
8 months ago

Sincere condolences to all the Gallagher family . Mr. Gallagher was the finest of the finest . The best of the best. It was a privilege to have been taught by him. To his values and standards he portrayed I thank him. He was a gentleman . May he rest in peace.

Dermot Feerick. Ballina
8 months ago

Condolences to Mary and family on the sad passing of John. My condolences also to the extended Gallagher and Walsh families. May his gentle soul rest in peace

Gerry and Carmel Cronolly
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary & the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John .. May he Rest in Peace ..

Michael & Phil Griffin.
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mick, Bridie and the Gallagher family on John’s passing. May he Rest in peace.

Richard Carney Claremorris
8 months ago

My sincere sympathy to you Mary, Claire,Shane, Michael and Aidan on the passing of your beloved husband and dad.My condolences also to Michael and the extended family and friends . I have fond memories of our time in UCG.He was a lovely gentleman ,with a great smile.May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Moy Club & Card Players
8 months ago

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of John. He was a great character. always in good form and a great card player. We enjoyed his company and it was a pleasure to have known him. He will be dearly missed. To his wife Mary and family we extend our deepest sympathy and sincere condolences. May his kind and gentle soul rest in peace ✝️

Patrick regan culduff callow foxford
8 months ago

I would like to extend my deepest condolences to all of the Gallagher family on the sad loss of John, he was a gentleman. May he rest in peace.

Kevin and Agnes Ginty, Sligo and Cloonlumney.
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to John’s immediate family, his brother Michael and sister Maureen on John’s untimley passing. May he rest in peace

Thomas and Kathleen Jennings Cloonaghboy
8 months ago

Our deepest sympathy to Mary ,daughter Claire sons Michael ,Shane and Aiden and all extended family on a sad passing of John may he rest in peace

John Murphy and family Killala
8 months ago

Sincere condolences to the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John. May he Rest in Peace

Denis & Chris Regan, Kiltimagh
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gallagher family on the death of John, may he rest in peace.

John and Marian Conlon
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy on the passing of John to Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael, Aidan and to all the extended family. May his soul rest in peace.

Tom and Carmel Galvin London/Caracanada
8 months ago

Condolences to the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John.
May He Rest in Peace.

Michael Purcell Swinford
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and family on the sad passing of John.
May his soul rest in peace.

Michael and Brian Mc Nulty Llisbawn
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to The. Gallagher Family on the passing of. John. May He rest in peace in peacep

Maud & Tom Begley & family
8 months ago

Deep sympathy to Mary and all the family. Sad to hear John has died. He was a lovely gentleman, school teacher and principal.
May he have eternal rest in God’s presence.

Maureen & Christina O’Brien, Kiltimagh
8 months ago

Our deepest sympathy to Mary and family on the sad passing of John. May his soul rest in eternal peace.

Philomena Campbell & family, Meelick, Swinford
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Claire & all the Gallagher family on John passing away. May John rest in peace.

John & Clare Maloney, Swinford
8 months ago

Sincere condolences to all of John’s family at this very sad & difficult time. May John Rest in Peace.

Theresa and Denny Convey
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to you Mary to Claire Shane Michael Aiden to his daughter in laws his adored grandchildren and all the extended family on the untimely passing of John. He was always a pleasure to meet. May he now rest in peace 🙏

Bernie Thompson
8 months ago

To Mary Claire Shane Michael and Aiden and the extended Gallagher and Walsh family my deepest sympathy on John’s death a lot of memories playing 25 in the Moy Club.Mary I am unable to come to John’s funeral but I will be thinking of you all and may God comfort you at this time. Rest in peace and there maybe a game up there

Mary Hanley, Killasser.
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael, Aiden and to all the extended family at this sad time. Lovely menories of a great teacher. May John Rest in Peace.

Brenda Walsh Grealis
8 months ago

Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my former teacher, Mr. John Gallagher. I was fortunate to have him for five years in secondary school. To us he was always simply ‘Sir’. He not only taught us academically, but instilled in us values of respect for pupils and teachers alike — a gift to carry through life. A truly wonderful teacher. May he rest in peace

Julie Kelly (Grace) and family, Ballinlag
8 months ago

Sincere condolences to the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John. May he Rest in Peace

Patsy and Martina Maxwell nee Grifferty
8 months ago

Our Deepest sympathy to Mary and all the Gallagher family, on the sad passing of John. May his kind and gentle soul rest in eternal peace 🙏

Jim and Geraldine Turbitt
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to all the family on the sad passing of John.A great teacher and always remembered names of his past pupils.Will miss him at the 25 games .May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Gabriel Dunne
8 months ago

It was with great sadness that I read of John’s passing.
My sincere sympathy to Mary and Family.
He was great colleague, friend and wonderful teacher.
May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Patricia and Sean Duffy Culmore swinford
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to mary and family on John’s sad passing rip

Jerry Beattie, Ballina
8 months ago

On behalf of the Moy Club card players I want to extend sincere sympathy to Mary and all John’s family and friends. He was a very popular card player at our weekly game of 25 and he will be greatly missed. May he Rest In Peace.

Mary and Vincent Hennigan, Letterkenny
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and family and to Michael and Maureen on the sad passing of John. One of life’s true gentlemen. May his soul rest in peace.

Mary Nolan Sweetwell
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary and family on the death of John he was such a true gentleman you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time may his gentle soul rest in peace

Kevin and Sarah MC Carthy Balla
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to you Mary and your family on John’s passing, may his gentle soul rest in peace

Michael & Kathleen Ward Meelick
8 months ago

Our deepest sympathy to Mary, daughter Claire, sons Michael, Shane and Aiden and extended family on the passing of John, may he rest in peace.

Anthony Gavaghan
8 months ago

May the lord have mercy on John. A great teacher and a gentleman. R.I.P.
Sympathy and condolences to all of the family.

Derek, Geraldine and James Loftus Ryan. Swinford
8 months ago

Our sincere sympathy to Mary and extended family on the passing of John .John was a gentleman .You are all in our thoughts and prayers.May John’s gentle soul rest in peace 🙏

Bernie and Mary O’Hara
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael, Aiden, and all members of your family on the death of John. He was always a pleasure to meet. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Dr Diarmuid McLoughlin. Circular Rd Swinford
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary & the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John .. May he Rest in Peace ..

Sean, Mary Walsh and Family, Meelick
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary, and family on the death of John. May he rest in peace.

Pat Molloy Cloonfinane
8 months ago

My deepest sympathy to his wife Mary, daughter Claire, sons Michael, Shane and Aiden and all his extended family on the passing of John, may he rest in peace.

Teresa Sweeney Swinford
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary Claire and all the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Ann Brett Midfield
8 months ago

So sorry to hear of John’s passing. He taught me for the 5 year’s I was in Swinford secondary school years ago. May he rest in peace.

Pat & Anna Fadden, Castlebar
8 months ago

Sincere condolences to Mary and Family on the sad passing of John. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Rest in eternal peace John.

John Gavin and Family MIDFIELD
8 months ago

Sincere condolences to MARY and Family on Johns death. May he Rest in Peace

Murtagh family Brackloon Swinford
8 months ago

Our deepest sympathy to all the Gallagher family on the sad passing of your beloved John. May his gentle soul rest in peace 🙏 our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad and difficult time 🙏

Halloran family, Lislackagh
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Gallagher family. May John rest in peace.

Foote family swinford
8 months ago

So sorry to hear the sad news about John may he rest in peace.

John and Geraldine Burke (Hanley) killasser
8 months ago

So sad to hear of John’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Mary Claire Shane Michael Aiden grandchildren and all the extended family. John touched so many lives with his kindness wisdom and gentle spirit as a wonderful teacher and Principal. May his kind and gentle soul rest in peace

Patricia Roche
8 months ago

My condolences to Mary and all John’s family on the loss of such a wonderful and inspirational person. John was my teacher some 55 years ago, he was a truly gifted teacher and I’ll never forget his patience, kindness and ability to make each lesson more interesting and keep order in a class of teenagers! May he rest in peace

Vincent Conlon, Killasser
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to all of the Gallagher families on the sad passing of John. To his wife Mary, to Claire, Shane, Michael and Aidan and partners, he was a true gentleman who always had time for a chat. May he rest in peace.

Kathleen Gavin
8 months ago

My sincere sympathy to you Mary, Claire, sons and extended family on your sad loss. John was a kind and decent man. He taught us Geography many years ago with confidence, clarity and some good humour. We often had a laugh in the class. John taught us about the Northern Lights. John had a positive and encouraging approach and wanted the best for all his students. May the aurora buroelias light up the Heavenly skies and lead you safely home, John. And may the love and support of your many friends and neighbours provide some solace to your family. Rest in peace, John.

Pádraic and Peggy O’Hara, Killasser
8 months ago

Sympathy to Mary and all members of your family on the death of John. We enjoyed many games of cards with him.
May God grant him eternal rest.

Derek Mc Nulty, London.
8 months ago

Condolences and sympathy to all of the Gallagher family.
John was an extremely good teacher and a kind, decent man.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. 🙏

Patricia Crawley and family.
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and family and to Maureen and Michael on John’s passing.

Margaret Finn
8 months ago

Our sincere sympathy to Mary and all the family on Johns death. He was a newly qualified teacher when I started secondary school and was a gifted educator, with a abiding interest in the welfare of all his pupils. Later on, when our own children attended the school, they had the good fortune to
have John as Principal, and he always made time to give advice and direction to students, and indeed to any parent who had issues or concerns about their children.
Years later, if I met John in town, I would be shocked that he could remember all our childrens names and ask about every one of them!
May God rest his soul and comfort all of you on your great loss

John, Liam & Brian O Malley
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael, Aidan and the extended family on the sad passing of John. He was a great principal & always kept us in line. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

P. J. Kenny
8 months ago

I am very sorry to hear of the sad passing of John. He was a great card player and many’s the game of 25 we played together in the Moy Club, Ballina. One of life’s true gentlemen who will be fondly remembered by all who knew him. Deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to his wife Mary and family. Rest in peace John

Mary and Martin Loftus. Lislackagh
8 months ago

Our sincere condolences Mary, children Claire, Shane, Michael,Aidan. His brother Michael and sister Maureen his extended family. May his gentle soul rest in peace. He will be great missed 🙏

David Judge
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John, may he rest in peace.

Ann and Martin Naughton (Claremorris)
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Michael, Bridie and the Gallagher families on the death of John. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Rest in Peace.

Veronica Reddington & Family
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gallagher family & extended family on the passing of John.May he rest in peace

Garrett Horkan Culmore and Milford Donegal
8 months ago

Condolences to all the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John , was in same class as him in St Patrick’s College. R I.P.

Vincent and Vera McKeon
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary son, daughters and extended family. May John Rest in Peace

Michael and Sheelah Farrelly Park Road
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael, Aidan, Maureen , Michael and the extended family on the sad passing of John. Thinking of you all at this difficult
time. May his gentle soul rest in peace and may God bring comfort to you all. .

Ronan and Anna Owens
8 months ago

Deepest Sympathy to Mary,Claire, Shane, Aidan and the extended Gallagher Family. John will be Greatly missed in the Swinford Community and was a Gentleman. May His Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.

Patricia & Willie Regan Charlestown
8 months ago

We are so sorry to learn of John’s untimely passing. He was always so lovely to meet. Condolences to Mary and family and extended Gallagher families. May his dear soul rest in peace

Michael and Imelda Conway Claremorris
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Michael and Gallagher family on the sad passing of John. May he rest in peace

Siobhán O Hagan Henry and family
8 months ago

My sincerest condolences to you all with the passing of John. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. RIP John

Gerry and Margaret Mc Nicholas.
8 months ago

Sincere Sympathy to the Gallagher family on the passing of John. May he rest in peace.

Louise and Tony Doherty
8 months ago

So sorry to hear about John’s passing A lovely gentleman and great teacher
Our sincere condolences to Mary, Claire , Shane , Michael , Aiden and extended family . May John rest in peace .

Robert & Frances Healy, (Conwell, Tullyroe)
8 months ago

To Mary and to all of your family, our sincere condolences on the death of John. We used to meet him in Meelick at the card games. He was always interested in our bridge playing endeavours. May he rest in peace.

Nancy Shannon
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary and family on the death of John.May his soul Rest In Peace.

Tom and Mary Durkan, Edgware and Cloonfinaune
8 months ago

Sincere Condolences to the Gallagher family on John’s passing.may he rest in peace

Sr Mary Leavey Swinford
8 months ago

My deepest sympathy to you Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael and Aidan & the extended Gallagher family on John’s sudden passing RIP. I have wonderful memories of John as a colleague and friend in Scoil Muire agus Padraig for many years- he was always kind and helpful with a great sense of humour. Suaimhneas siorai da anam dilis.

Tommy & Mary O Malley
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael, Aidan and the extended family on the sad passing of John. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Gerry and Pauline Hennigan
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John. May he rest in Peace.

Michael and Ann Mc Donnell Curryane Swinford Co Mayo
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to the family of John to his wife Mary his daughters and sons grand children’s brother and sister in laws and all his family circle and friends may his gentle soul R I P

Catherine and Brendan Forde, Ballina
8 months ago

Saddened to learn of the death of John, a good friend and Principal colleague. Sincere sympathy to Mary,Claire, Shane,Michael, Aidan and all the family. He was a great family man and educator who will be sadly missed. In iothlainn Dé go raibh sé.

tom and michele feeney
8 months ago

deepest sympathy on the passing of your beloved father husband grandad,may his gentle soul rest in peace

Tom Connolly Garrywadreen
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gallagher family neighbour’s and friends on the death of John may his soul rest in peace 🙏.

Joe Walsh, Tubbercurry
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to The Gallagher Family on the death of John RIP _ may his gentle soul rest in peace. He was a formidable opponent at the 25 in Cloonagh .

Henry and Bernie McNulty, Swinford.
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary, and family on the death of John, may he rest in peace.

Brendan / Rhona Barry
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gallagher and extended families on the passing of John. He was a true gentleman and always a big smile when you d meet him R1P John

Marie & Matt Duggan Swinford
8 months ago

We Extend Our Sincere Sympathy to Mary , Claire, Shane, Michael, Aidan and all the Extended Gallagher Family at this Very Sad Time. So Sorry To Learn of John’s Passing. May He Rest in Peace.

John Grifferty
8 months ago

My Sincere Condolences To John’s Wife Mary,& Claire Shane Michael & Aidan & Partners & Grandchildren
What a Lovely Gentleman in the Classroom & outside always had time for people
May his Kind Soul Rest in Peace

Mike Kelly
8 months ago

Very sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was principal in Scoil Muire agus Padraig when I was there and anytime I met him since my time in the school he always took the time to stop and see how things were going. He will be missed. Condolences to all his family. RIP

Pat O’Connor Swinford Co Mayo
8 months ago

My deepest sympathy to the Gallagher family on the passing of John RIP. He did so much for so many during his life, such that he will be fondly remembered by all who met him in this life.

Michael Brennan
8 months ago

So sorry to read of Johns passing. God comfort you all at this awful time and always. May he rest in eternal peace. Ar deis De go raibh a anam dilis.

Eileen & Seamus Barrett Ballina
8 months ago

Our deepest sympathy to Mary and family on the passing of John.May he Rest In Peace

Brendan hegarty killasser
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John, may he rest in peace.

Peter & Noreen Geraghty
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and all the family on the passing of John he was a good friend and we will certainly miss him at our card game in Meelick may he rest in peace

Helen Durkin
8 months ago

My condolences to the family. John was a highly intelligent, kind and witty man. Enjoyed many excellent geographical conversations with him down the years in Devaney’s Pub. May his sweet soul rest in peace🙏

John and Mary Caulfield Kilkelly.
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary and the Gallagher family and all of John’s relatives and friends on his death. May he rest in peace.

Kevin and Catherina Nestor
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary and family on the passing of John may he rest in peace 🙏

Anne Clarke Sweeney
8 months ago

I am so sorry to hear of Johns passing or Mr Gallagher as I knew him by when he taught me in Swinford more than 40 years ago . A great teacher , A lovely man with a witty sense of humour .
May he rest in peace 🙏

Sean and Maureen Armstrong and family
8 months ago

Our sympathy to Mary and all of the family on the passing of John. May he rest in peace.

Tom and Tina Conroy and family
8 months ago

SINCERE sympathy to Mary and all the Gallagher family on the sad passing of John may his gentle soul rest in peace

Marian Durkin
8 months ago

My sympathies to the Gallagher family on the passing of John. He was a great teacher and principal in Scoil Muire agus Padraig. I always found him very interested in his student and how they got on after they had left. I also remember fondly my comeuppance with him when I overstepped it. He definitely had a skill to put you back in line again. May his soul rest in peace.

Tom & Eileen Kennedy, Swinford.
8 months ago

Our deepest condolences on the sad passing of John. May he Rest In Peace.

Mary Cronolly & Gerry Gillespie
8 months ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary, Claire, Shane, Michael, Aidan and the extended family on the sad passing of John. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Patricia Dunleavy
8 months ago

My deeper sorry to Gallagher’s family. Mr Gallagher will be sadly missed. He was a fantastic principal and he was very good to me. RIP Mr Gallagherx

Eugene Ann o Neill and family killasser
8 months ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary,Claire,Shane Michael and Aidan and all the Gallagher family.
May John RIPXX

Bernie & Tom Conlon, Derryronane
8 months ago

Sincere condolences to all the Gallagher family on John’s passing. May he rest in peace 🙏

Mary Jo Convey &Family Swinford
8 months ago

Our Condolences to Mary & Family on John’s Passing may he Rest in Peace 🙏

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