Richard was born in Newark to parents Frank and Philomena Gallo. He served in the United States Navy from 1959-1963. His determination and drive to become a New Jersey State Trooper was realized on October 1, 1968. After 27 years, Rich retired as a well-respected Lieutenant.
Richard leaves behind his wife, Joyce Gallo; his daughter and son in law, Yvonne Gallo-Cappadona & David; his daughter and son in law, Vanessa A. Balok & Joseph; his brother and sister in law, Frank & Dianne Gallo; his nephew, Brett Gallo; and his grandson, Tyler J. Balok.
A Memorial Gathering will be held on Tuesday, June 14, 2011 from 10-12noon at St. James the Less Catholic Church, 36 Lincoln Avenue, Jamesburg, NJ 08831, with Mass being said at 12noon. Interment will be held on Wednesday, June 15 at 11 AM at the New Jersey State Police Division Headquarters, 1040 River Road, West Trenton, NJ 08628. For more information, please go to www.hegartyfuneral.com
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