Gerard Edward Gallagher, of Midland Beach, passed away Friday April 1 surrounded by his family. He was 73.
While beginning his career in the NYPD, Gerard was proudest of his time as a firefighter — first in the Lower East Side’s Engine 17 & Ladder 18 and then Engine 166 & Ladder 86 on Staten Island. After retiring from the FDNY, Gerard also worked for Homeland Security on a counter-terrorism task force and, most recently, as security for Calvin Klein. As a husband he was a best friend, as a father he was just the best. Gerard will be remembered for his delicious cooking, deep kindness and fantastic sense of humor.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday April 10 from 1:30-4:30 at Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home on Staten Island.
Service
Memorial Gathering
Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home
1289 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10302
Sunday, April 10, 2022
1:30pm - 4:30pm
Blessing
Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home
1289 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10302
Sunday, April 10, 20223:30pm
Steven and Betty Ann Degenhardt says
We were so saddened to hear of Gerard’s passing. We have many fond memories of sharing good times and great food with Gerard.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Gallagher family in their time of sorrow.
Nancy & Gary Yenke & Family says
Dear Gerard
You were a great family man loved by those around you. You sacrificed your life for others and were brave when called upon. You have left this life making it brighter and better and grateful to have known you.
Your smile and laughter will be missed. May God Bless you and your beautiful family.
Denise R Ewankov says
Our deepest condolences to Maureen, Erin and the rest of Gerard’s family and friends. He loved his family more than anything. Gerard was a soft spoken and a kind man with a quick sense of humor. He was very loved and will be missed dearly. Rest in peace.
With All Our Love,
Denise and Ed Ewankov
Rhiannon McElwee says
Dear Erin and Family,
Our deepest condolences on your profound loss.
With love,
Rhiannon, Pete and Bailey McElwee
Kathryn Trivelli says
Dear Family of Gerard,
I have been Gerard’s nurse at the FDNY WTC satellite on Staten Island on many of his visits along with Dr. Marchesano. Gerard was one of our favorite patients! He had such a beautiful personality. We were so saddened to hear of his passing. I hope he didn’t suffer. We are so sorry for your loss. Gerard will be missed by all the staff here, he truly warmed our hearts. Kathryn Trivelli RN