Liam Patrick Gallagher, 22, passed away at his home in Phoenix, Arizona on October 16, 2020. Born in Chicago, IL, Liam was the oldest of 4 children born to Kathleen Ann Gallagher (Rooney) and John “Jack” Gallagher. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in education from Arizona State University and became an elementary school teacher upon graduation in May, 2020. He was also a proud alumnus of Brophy College Preparatory.
Liam is survived by his parents, Kathleen and Jack, sister MaryKate, brothers Jack and Hugh, and many more family and friends whose lives he touched in so many ways.
A private funeral Mass for family will be held on October 24th and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to https://www.ucanchicago.org/donate/ and indicate “in memory of Liam Gallagher”. All donations will then be directed to the John E. Rooney scholarship fund.