August 22, 1935 - 
December 24, 2004

George Gallo

Memorial Tree

Dedicated
May 21, 2005

Tree Dedication Address

by Diana E. Sacchinelli

And it is here that our family will always be rooted… Fourth of July picnics, snowman and snow bunny sculpting, a walk through "the Green"…There is no doubt that we should gather here to memorialize Daddy; a Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Friend.

And I can’t think of a more fitting memorial than planting a tree.

This tree is a celebration of his life:

Flourishing seeds like the friendship that Daddy generously spread to his neighbors,

Flowering with vibrant color, as was his effervescent manner that captivated his patrons,

Providing shade and cover, just as he enveloped his children with love and affection,

Acting as a refuge for birds and butterflies, as was he Mommy’s sanctuary,

Supplying clean air, as did he impart his compassion and understanding to everyone,

and finally, taking root in the ground below our feet and growing — just as his faith and values were the core of our family which will also continue for generations to come.

His legacy is simple, life is about family and family is life!

This tree, a symbol of your life, we now plant for you Daddy.

May the breeze that runs through its boughs, whisper with quiet tenderness, the joy of your life for all who’ll listen, forever.

George G. Gallo Sr., of Pelham, died on December 24, 2004 surrounded by his family. Mr. Gallo was employed with the United States Postal Service for 40 years, and spent two years in the United States Army, stationed in Korea. Mr. Gallo was born on August 22, 1935 to Joseph and Felicia D'Ambrosio Gallo in New Rochelle, NY. He attended New Rochelle Public Schools. On May 15, 1965 he married Teresa Russillo at St. Catharine's Church in Pelham, NY. Mr. Gallo resided in Pelham for 39 years before moving to Newton Lake, PA in early 2004. Mr. Gallo's greatest love was his family to whom his devotion was unsurpassed. He found great happiness in the company of his family, friends and neighbors. His friendliness and reliability embodied the essence of a true civil servant. He enjoyed gardening, restoring old furniture and cheering on the Yankees and NY Giants. Mr. Gallo is survived by his loving wife Terry; son George Jr. and wife Patti, daughters Felicia and husband Scott Ziz, Anita and husband Eric Tewes, Diana and husband Domenic Sacchinelli. He is also survived by two brothers; Peter Gallo of New Rochelle, NY, Dr. Joseph Gallo of Perry Hall, MD, and their families. An older brother preceded him in death. In addition Mr. Gallo is survived by four grandchildren who brought him great joy; George III and Michael Gallo, and Domenico and Teresa Sacchinelli. Contributions may be made in his memory to the National Parkinson's Foundation, 1501 NW Ninth Avenue, Miami, FL 33136.