William “Bill” Galligan
Thursday, September 28, 1922
Date of Death:
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Age:
97 years old
Thursday, September 28, 1922
Date of Death:
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Age:
97 years old
Thursday, September 28, 1922
Date of Death:
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Age:
97 years old
William “Bill” Galligan
William Paul Galligan, 97, of Rochester, MN, died Thursday, August 13, 2020 of natural causes, at home surrounded by his family.
William, known as Bill or “Bud” by friends, was born September 28, 1922 in Elma, Iowa to Vincent and Myrtle (Kane) Galligan. He graduated from Immaculate Conception Academy in 1939 at age 16. He attended Iowa State Teachers College for one year. As a member of the Greatest Generation, he proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1940 to 1947, spending three years in the South Pacific, and attaining the rank of Chief Petty Officer. He took part in the invasions of Guadalcanal, Bougainville, Leyte, and Okinawa. After serving our country, he then graduated with a degree in accounting from Hamilton College.
On September 3, 1951, Bill married Mary Jo Lynaugh at St. Bridget’s Catholic Church in Simpson, MN. They made their home in Rochester, MN, where they raised three children. He was employed by IBM from 1956 until 1985 as an accounting department manager and later as a buyer. He was a founding member of St. Pius X Catholic Church, and longtime member of the Rochester Eagles Club.
Bill enjoyed all sports, especially bowling and golf – and still had an enviable golf game at age 95. He was an avid reader and a master of crossword puzzles. Sharp as a tack, he knew much about almost any topic. Bill enjoyed traveling throughout the country with Mary Jo, and spending time with family. Bill valued integrity and loyalty, and instilled those values in his family. He will be dearly missed.
Bill is survived by his wife, Mary Jo; son, Richard (Julie) Galligan of Shakopee, MN; daughters, Diane Mulcahy of West Des Moines, IA, and Maureen (Terry) Gintz of Rochester, MN; grandchildren, Daniel (Jonalyn) Mulcahy, Brian (Kerry) Mulcahy, Molly (Mike) Marino, and Ryan (Shannon Senescall) Galligan; step-grandchildren Meredith (Chris) McDonald and Chris Gipple; great-grandchildren, Sloane Mulcahy, Claire Mulcahy, Bobby Mulcahy, Gavin Mulcahy, and Emilia Marino; step-great-grandchildren Riley McDonald and Calvin McDonald; brother George Galligan; sister Mary Bode; and sister-in-law Pat Lynaugh. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Robert Galligan; sons-in-law Robert Mulcahy and Ronald Gipple; brothers-in-law John Lynaugh and Charles Bode; and sisters-in-law Eleanor Galligan, Barbara Galligan, and Marie Galligan.
The memorial Mass for Bill will be held at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, August 16, 2020 at St. Pius X Catholic Church with Rev. Russ Scepaniak officiating. Visitation will be held a half hour prior to the service. Please honor that face masks will be required, and social distancing will be observed.
Bill’s family would like to express their gratitude to Father Russ Scepaniak for his friendship, and to Seasons Hospice for their care and compassion. Memorials are preferred to St. Pius X Catholic Church or Seasons Hospice
Condolences
The family of William “Bill” Galligan has received the following condolences.
Hi,
We wish to offer our sincere condolences regarding the loss of your husband and father.
I will remember Bill as a great outfielder with a good arm.
Steve and Julie Lent
Mary Jo Blessings, Sympathy to you and all the family. May Bill Rest in God's arms. Prayers Love from Mary Frances & Families.
Mary Jo Blessings, Sympathy to you and all the family. May Bill Rest in God's arms. Prayers Love from Mary Frances & Families.
Mary Jo, I am sad to hear of the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mary Jo and Family
We are thinking of you at this time of sorrow.
Mary Jo and Family,
We are sorry to hear of Bill's passing. We send our heartfelt condolences and wish you all strength at this time. Losing a loved one is always difficult, but remember all the good times and experiences you had with Bill. We hope that will help ease your pain.
Mary and Gene
Dear Mary Jo and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
I will always treasure bowling and golfing with Bill. He was a great bowler and golfer, as well as a great competitor.
We thank him for his service to our country.
The obituary was a special tribute to his belief in the importance of loyalty and integrity. He was always "sharp as a tack".
Stay well.
Your friends,
Bruce and Joyce Brandvold
A wonderful tribute to a well respected businessman, friend, husband, father, and grandfather. I'm sure you have plenty of memories and stories to share and cherish. Thoughts and prayers to all!!
Robert Adams here an IBM friend--Bill was a delightful person and a man who cared. He was a hard worker and knew how to get the job done. When I had the pleasure to work with Bill--I knew what to expect. He got the job done, simple and easy.
Pat Lynaugh a friend from Zumbro church another wonderful lady--I have not seen for some time.
Rest in Peace Bill !!! You have been a great example for others to follow. My sympathy to his family and friends.
Robert E & Judith V Adams Rochester Mn.