Robert William Gallagher Jr.

Over his 30-plus years in Estes Park, Robert (or Bob… or Bobby), had a host of nicknames and “titles”… and you may have seen several of these, listed by those who knew and loved him, on the chalkboard at Jimmy John’s, where he last worked as a delivery driver. Or perhaps on the board that has been put up in his honor at the American Legion, where he was an active member and spent much of his time with friends. If you were to ask, each nickname or title would have a story behind it and, more often than not, each story would be relayed with a smile or outright laughter. Born and raised in South Jersey, his east coast sense of humor was always present, and he loved to joke and make you laugh. But no matter what nickname or moniker you knew him by, he wanted to be your friend, if he wasn’t already… and for so many, he was a good friend to have. And to his friends, he was family.

Most often, Bob was known as a skilled and hard-working carpenter and logger by trade, but he greatly enjoyed cooking as well, with the many side-jobs he had in restaurants around town over the years. It also made him happy to share his skills with others, whether it was to help you with a project, bring you some firewood, or cook you a meal as a way to express his love and friendship or show his appreciation.

Among his closest and most beloved friends over the years were his dogs. He cared deeply for them, and they for him. Rarely did he go anywhere without them, if he could help it, and they’re present in most pictures of him.

As a friend; a brother; an uncle; a cousin; a nephew; and his dog’s person… Bobby will be greatly missed… and always loved. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob Sr. and Marge Gallagher, of Estes Park. He is survived by his sister, Kathy Reims and her family, of Lafayette; his brother, Chris Gallagher and his family, of Estes Park; his many friends and extended family of Estes Park and across the country; and his canine partner, Madison… who is now in the loving care of the Lafferty’s (Thank you!).

An open-house Celebration of Life will be held, Saturday, March 30th, at the American Legion Post 119, located at 850 N. Saint Vrain Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517, for any who would like to join and share in celebrating him. Doors will open at 3pm, with a Memorial Ceremony and Service to begin around 4pm, followed immediately by an Irish wake-style gathering for the remainder of the evening.

In-lieu-of flowers, please give to the local charities and organizations that Bob believed strongly in, such as: the American Legion Post 119, Crossroads Ministry of Estes Park, and the local pet association, society, league, or rescue of your choosing.