Obituary - Mary Gallagher (West)
Mary Gallagher (West)
1933 - 2024
Mrs. Mary Kathleen Gallagher (West) passed away at the Rosedale Hospice in Calgary, AB., on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at the age of 91 years. Mary will be lovingly remembered by her family: children, Mark (Moira) Gallagher, Clare Gallagher and Paul (Joy) Gallagher; grandchildren, Laura Gallagher and Sheila (Trevor) Thompson; great-grandson, Noah Thompson; step-children, Raymond West, Maureen (John) Remus, Catherine (Frank) Buscholl, Nancy West and Joseph (Cindy) West; numerous step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; siblings, Fr. Louis Brennan OFM, Gertrude Ball and Evelyn (Joe) Rickard. Mary was predeceased by her first husband, John Gallagher and second husband, Derek West; parents, Christopher and Genevieve Brennan and siblings, Deirdre O’Broin, Kevin Brennan, Carmel Dinan, Nuala Brennan and Donal Brennan. Mary was born in Dublin, Ireland on March 24, 1933. She immigrated to Canada and made her home in Medicine Hat in 1972. Mary enjoyed golfing as well as line dancing. She was an active member of the CWL, donating much of her time to the church as well as the many charitable causes supported by the church. She will be deeply missed. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, 238 - 2 Avenue N.E., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. with Father Vincent Tuan Ha celebrant. The mass will be live-streamed, those who cannot attend but wish to experience the mass may visit the Homepage of this website and select the View Broadcast button at service time. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mary may be made on-line to Hospice Calgary (Rosedale Hospice).
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John and Maureen Remus and family:
Jun 16, 2024 at 01:39 AM
Our sincere condolences to Marie's children, Mark, Clare, and Paul, and her family in Ireland. May she rest in peace.
Maureen (Unreiner) Woelfle:
Jun 16, 2024 at 02:23 PM
Clare and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was always such a lovely lady. My condolences.
Noel and Joan Martin:
Jun 18, 2024 at 07:46 PM
On behalf of Noel and our family, we offer our sincere condolences to Mark, Clare and Paul. There was a wonderful loving cousin connection between Noel and your Mom and her siblings that surpassed their childhood in Ireland. I recall Noel’s joy when your Mom visited us in Brampton. She is at peace . You are in our thoughts as you navigate life without her. Joan Daly Martin
Mary Lou Schmunk:
Jun 19, 2024 at 11:51 AM
My sincere condolences to the children and family of dear Mary.
She was an inspiration to many in her life, as she modelled a true Christian, and a woman of ladylike class, always a kind word with a smile and a twinkle in her eye.
May the family find comfort and peace in this difficult time, but know she’s in the presence and glory of our Lord and saviour
and surrounded by those who went before us. I know Theresa is joyfully waiting to share a cup of tea.
Respectfully,
Mary Lou Schmunk
Freddie and Sally Martin:
Jul 01, 2024 at 04:30 AM
It is with deep regret that I have learned of the death of my cousin, Mary. I have known Mary all my life. It was in London that I really got to know her. She was a lovely caring person. I will miss her greatly and may she rest in peace.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Mark, Claire, Paul and family.
Freddie, Sally and Family from London.
admin:
Jul 08, 2024 at 11:55 AM
My condolences and prayers to you all on the death of your Mom. I'll always remember her soft speech and quiet ways. May God give strength and peace during this difficult time.
Rita Sklarchuk, nee Dalla-Longa.
Patricia Swan:
Nov 21, 2024 at 10:54 PM
The Swan family sends our deepest condolences on the passing of Mary Gallagher. Mary was a very dear friend of our mother, Veronica Swan and our father, James Gretton Swan. They shared many happy moments together. It was always lovely to chat with Mary and be in her gentle and kind presence. May her memory be a blessing. Rest in peace.