James Patrick Gallagher

James Patrick Gallagher, 65, of Westwood, NJ, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 2, 2023. Jim was the beloved husband of Patricia Mary Gallagher, devoted father of Vanessa (Gregory), Kimberly (Jeff), Eric and Traci (Andrew), loving grandfather of Leonardo, Hallie and Ivy, dear brother of Jerry (Sue), Joan (Dino), Kathy (Shawn), and sister-in-laws, Ruth and Margaret, cherished uncle of his nieces and nephews and a source of great happiness for all his friends. Jim was predeceased by his dearly missed father, Thomas Gallagher, Sr., his mother, Catherine Gallagher, and his brothers, Michael Gallagher and Thomas Gallagher.

Jim was born in the Bronx and is a graduate of Saint Peter's University. He was a New York State Supreme Court Officer for 28 years and the world’s best bartender, most recently at PJ Finnegan's in Westwood, NJ. He was a 9/11 first responder and selfless hero. Jim loved the Jets, Yankees, golfing and an ice cold beer. He was a funny, kind and light-hearted man of integrity that everyone loved to be around. He will be dearly missed by all that knew him.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to New York State Supreme Court Officers Associations, Widows and Children’s Fund, 3924 East Tremont Avenue, 2nd Floor, Bronx, NY 10465.