Thomas L. Galligan, 58, of Kenosha, passed away on Thursday, August 2nd, 2007, at his home. Born on September 6, 1948, in Chicago, IL, he was the son of the late Bernard and Margaret (Stevens) Galligan. He has lived in Kenosha since 1991. Tom worked as a national sales manager for Advance Star Communication Publishing Co. until his retirement and was a former member of the Kiwanis Club of Western Kenosha. He is survived by a daughter, Margaret Emily Galligan of Bloomfield Hills, MI; two sisters, Barbara (George) Pasymowski and Gayle Galligan, both of Chicago; a nephew, Tim Pasymowski; his favorite aunt, Audria (Donald) Marek of Hickory Hills, IL; his former wife, Mary Smith of Kenosha; dear friends, Jerry and Sharon Janusz of Somers, WI; and his two dogs, Murray and Jasper. As per Tom's request, services were private.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Tom's Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Steven Slakis
I will miss you my friend. "We have loved him dearly during life, let us not abandon him until we have conducted him by our prayers into the house of the lord"- St. Ambrose
John Keiken
Tom and I first met each other in the 6th grade. We grew up together sharing many great times and some sad ones. We maintained a close relationship, including military service, until our lives and families drew us in different directions. We were able to reconnect in the past year, along with a couple of other old friends, Mike Whitney and Mike Kozak. I will always cherish the memories of our past and his friendship. To Barbara and Gayle, who I have not seen for years, my deepest sympathy. To his remaining family, be assured that his memory will be cherished by many. A special thanks to Mary Smith for making contact and for your sincere concern. May God bless and keep you all!
John Kiesewetter
Galligan Family,I worked with Tom at Advanstar Communications for several years and always enjoyed spending time with him when we would cross paths at industry events. He was always willing to help me if I needed it and you could always count on him for a funny story or two and a good laugh. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless, John Kiesewetter
Matt Waddell
Mr. Galligan was a mentor and friend and I know the publishing industry & his many friends within will miss the excitement and energy Tom exuded each day.
Linda Zdanowicz
Good Bye my friend. I will always remember the good times that we shared. The wonderful dinners and wines, jokes and Cohoramas.May the road rise to meet you,May the wind be always at your back,May the sun shine warm upon your face,The rains fall soft upon your fields and,Until we meet again,May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Brenda Stewart
September 4, 2007
I'm very sorry for your loss. I worked with Tom a few years back and always felt he was a great guy!