Dick Gallagher Death - Dead : Obituary : , patron saint of WNY high school sports Passed Away. -

Dick Gallagher Death – Dead : Obituary : , patron saint of WNY high school sports Passed Away.

Dick Gallagher, the patron saint of WNY high school sports has died, according to a statement posted online on June. 22, 2020.

We learned of the deceased through the following tribute posted on social media.,

RIP Dick Gallagher, the patron saint of WNY high school sports.
Farewell to an unparalleled contributor to our community, the warmest of human beings, and a dear friend.
Obituary via Milt Northrop & @miggyrod33:https://t.co/10IYFh8FXI
— Keith McShea (@ByKeithMcShea) June 23, 2020

I cannot express how profoundly sad I am that Dick Gallagher is gone from this earth. His unique abilities, sincerity and passion were truly gifts from God. He was a blessing to everyone he met. This community is a better place because of him. Godspeed, my friend. @WGRZ https://t.co/HJEdFSBLly
— Maryalice Demler (@WGRZmaryalice) June 23, 2020

This was a great moment for me to be in the presence of such a giving and selfless man who did so much for so many others. What a gift he was to the community and WNY high school football scene. RIP Dick Gallagher. https://t.co/1T6UKZkc2u
— Mike Petro (@TheSun_Editor) June 23, 2020

A true gentleman who gave so much to so many, Dick Gallagher passed away today at the age of 79, his family confirms. An icon of the WNY sports scene and man who helped people though some of their toughest times. https://t.co/5bQHlmgsi4
— Andy Young (@AndyYoungTV) June 23, 2020

Dick Gallagher was a unique man with a compassion for the youth of Western New York, whether it be athletics or fighting addiction and he will be greatly missed. No one and I mean no one, has ever done more to promote high school football in the region. #Dickgallagher pic.twitter.com/RwNqBWzBGc
— allsportswny (@allsportswny) June 23, 2020

Sad day for all of WNY as Dick Gallagher passed away.
He gave himself not just to local high school football but also worked tirelessly with Kids Escaping Drugs and Renaissance House. Friday drives into school won't be the same without hearing his report on Kiss 98.5
RIP Dick
— Depew Wildcat Football (@DepewFootball) June 23, 2020

So sad to hear about the passing of Dick Gallagher. He did so much for sports, especially football, in Western New York but beyond that he was a great human being. He will be sadly missed! Our thoughts and prayers with the Gallagher family!!!
— SW Trojan Football (@swcsfootball) June 23, 2020

I didn’t get a chance to deal with Dick Gallagher very often.
But I am well aware of his reputation as being a kind and friendly giant in this community, both in high school sports and charitable causes.
He won’t be easily replaced.
And may he rest in peace.
— John Wawrow (@john_wawrow) June 23, 2020

Sad news tonight. Dick Gallagher has passed away. You will not find a man who did more to enhance the lives of high school student athletes or help those battling addiction than this gentleman. He will be sorely missed. He was 79.@wgrz
— Adam Benigni (@AdamBenigni) June 23, 2020

Dick Gallagher Death – Dead : Obituary : , patron saint of WNY high school sports Passed Away.