Obituary of Francis X. Gallagher

Francis X. Gallagher QUINCY Francis X. Gallagher of Quincy, died suddenly at Quincy Medical Center Sunday, November 23. Francis was born in Boston and grew up in Dorchester. He was a graduate of Boston Latin with high honors each year. He also was a graduate of Boston College. Francis was a retired Vietnam Pilot/Navigator for the United States Air Force. He retired after 17 years of service. He received the Distinguished Flying Cross from President Johnson for his service in the Vietnam Conflict. He served 3 tours in Vietnam. Francis leaves his dear friend Doris Curran. He was the son of the late William and Charlotte Gallagher. Cherished brother of John Gallagher of MD, Brendan Gallagher of Quincy and the late Meave Sargent, William T. James B, Thomas Gallagher and Margaret Cook. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Relatives and Friends are respectfully invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Sacred Heart Church, Quincy. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 p.m. in the Lydon Chapel for Funerals, 644 Hancock St., Quincy. Donations may be made in Franciss honor to Care Packs for our Troops, Inc, P.O. Box 536, So. Weymouth, MA 02190. Interment will be private at Bourne National Cemetery, Bourne. For directions please visit lydonfuneralchapel.com