Chicky was born on May 20, 1937 in New York, NY to Simon “Harry” Harold and Dorothy “Dottie” (Ventor) Gallagher.
She graduated at the top of her class from Bronx High School of Science, completing her high school degree early and earning valedictorian honors. She later attended Lehman College, carving out a career in education. Chicky worked at P.S. 108 in the Bronx. During her professional career, she also worked for Goldman Sachs, Travelers Insurance Company and even the FBI.
She raised two sons, Wayne and Bobby, and three grandchildren: Audrey Mae, Mia and Douglas.
Chicky had a passion for travel, films, literature, music, dancing and sports. She adored baseball, rooting hard for her hometown Yankees, and spent most of her life as a mother to not only her family, but the droves of students she mentored.
She was known for her quick wit and humor, her infectious smile and laugh, and her kind and compassionate spirit.
Chicky is survived by her husband, Walter, and children, Wayne and Bobby; Wayne’s three children: Audrey Mae, Mia and Doug and his wife, Pia. She is also survived by her brother, Kenny and her great grandchild, Audrey’s daughter, Lily, as well as several other extended family members and friends.
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