Obituary of William T Gallagher

William T. Gallagher, 89, of Point Pleasant, formerly of Ridgefield Park, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, November 24, 2016. William was born in New York City to the late Alice and William Gallagher. Adored husband to Catherine (nee Zanne) for over 57 years. Loving father to Linda Margaritonda and her husband Mark of Freehold Township, Catherine VanGeldren and her husband Thomas of Montvale, and Lorraine Napolitano and her husband Joseph of Montvale. Cherished grandfather of Nicole, William, Matthew, Catherine, Thomas, Nicholas and Joseph. Dear brother-in law to Helen Hegel. Devoted “Uncle Billy” to all his nieces and nephews. William was a proud veteran of the United States Navy who served his country during World War II. He was a successful commercial real estate broker in New York City. In 1989, he and his wife ventured out on their own and established W. T. Gallagher & Associates, a real estate management company. William shared his love for the NY Giants and the New York Yankees with everyone who knew him, especially his grandchildren, who in turn will continue to share that passion with generations to come. Funeral from Vorhees Ingwersen Funeral Home 59 Main St. Ridgefield Park on Monday at 9:30am. A Funeral Mass will be offered at St. Francis RC Church 114 Mt. Vernon St. Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660 at 10am. Interment George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus. Visitation Sunday 2-4 & 6-8pm.