James H. Galli

He was born July 24, 1919 in Portland the oldest son of Antonio and Mary Moscone Galli. He graduated from Deering High School, Hebron Academy and Leheigh University with a degree in engineering. During World War II, he was stationed in England while serving in the Army. After the war he returned home to marry his sweetheart, Doris M. Jensen of Falmouth and joined the family construction business, C. Galli and Sons. He succeeded his father as owner and general manager, and successfully continued the construction business that his father established. He took pride in his work and accomplishments, and was highly regarded among his peers. He retired in the early 1980's, and in the years that followed enjoyed traveling, gardening, and maintaining a lovely home with his wife Doris. Jim was a member of the Woodfords Club and the Portland Club. He contributed to many charities and established a scholarship fund at his alma mater, Lehiegh University.

He was predeceased by his wife of 62 years, Doris, who passed away on September 6, 2010. He was also predeceased by his parents, his sister, Marion Morris, and his two brothers, Dr. Arthur F. Galli and Norman A. Galli. He is survived by two sisters, Celia Mooney of Yarmouth, and Dorothy and her husband John Peverada, Jr. of Portland, and a sister-in-law Frances Galli of Portland. He is also survived by nieces and nephews who loved him and will miss his intrepid character and sense of humor. The family would like to thank the staff at Home Partners for the wonderful assistance they provided for Jim at home, and to the staff of the Gosnell Hospice House for the care and comfort they provided.

There will be a time of visitation on Tuesday, December 20 from 10am to 11am at the Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Funeral Home, 199 Woodford St., Portland where a funeral will be held at 11am. Burial will follow in Brooklawn Memorial Park, Portland. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Animal Refuge League, 449 Stroudwater St., Westbrook, Me. 04092.