James W. Gallaher, Jr.    James W. Gallaher, Jr., 89, of Mexico, died at 8:30 p.m., Saturday, October 3, 2009, at Teal Lake Assisted Living Center.    Private Services will be held for the family with Rev. Terry Kukuk officiating.    Mr. Gallaher was born August 3, 1920, in Mexico, the son of James W. Gallaher and Iona Smith Gallaher.  He married Margaret P. Gallaher on January 10, 1945, who preceded him in death.    Survivors include two sons, James W. Gallaher III and wife Janet, Jefferson City, and John A Gallaher and wife Carol, Mexico; six grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and one brother, John K. Gallaher, of Winston Salem, North Carolina.    He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church.    Mr. Gallaher was in the construction and real estate development business from 1946 to 1977 with and his longtime partner Roy Kent. They built and sold hundreds of homes in Mexico during this period.    In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Senior Center of Mexico, 606 Park Street, Mexico, MO 65265.

Public Tributes and Expressions of Sympathy Jim, I'm sorry to hear of your father's death. May God comfort your family. Darlene (Zeigler)Wright Mr. Gallaher was a really nice gentleman. So Sorry to hear about his passing. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. The Staff of Premier Home Health Care Jim, I am so sorry to hear of your father's death. I didn't know that he was in such bad health. Know that he is in a better place now within the arms of his savior. Please know that we are praying for you and your family during this difficult time. It is always hard to lose a parent. Glenn & ann Gage John and Carol: So sorry about your dad. I know he will be missed. It's not easy losing your father. I know the "wickeds" will especially miss his escorting! You have my deepest sympathy. Fondly, Kitty Richards Jim - So sorry to hear about your father. I lost both my parents 2 years ago and I know how difficult it is. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sue Carrol (Smith) Terry James and Janet and family have our sympathy for your loss, what a gentleman he was. Jim Reynolds

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