Frederick "Fred" Matthew Gallagher Jr.

ADRIAN- Frederick “Fred” M. Gallagher, Jr., 83, of Adrian, died Thursday evening, March 9, 2023 at Lenawee Medical Care Facility under the care of Hospice of Lenawee, with his family by his side. Born on March 4, 1940 in Williamsburg, New York, he was the son of Frederick, Sr. and Mary (Jones) Gallagher. Fred graduated from Eastern District High School in Brooklyn, New York in 1957 and went on to serve his country in the Army National Guard, being honorably discharged in 1968 as a Staff Sergeant E-6. Fred’s pride in his country remained with him throughout his lifetime. Fred married Mary Ann Logue on October 22, 1966 in Long Island NY and they were blessed with over 54 years together. Fred was a true businessman with a focus on marketing in the marine and automotive industry. During his career he worked for Taylor Made, Myers Boats and Magnum boats; and was involved with Century Boats and Stealth Propulsion. He had consulting business and worked with Nissan and Honda. In the 1990’s, he held the position of vice president at Hi-Lex. When Fred was younger, he served his community as a Lenawee County Commissioner. He was a member of Holy Family Parish, St. Joseph Catholic Church in Adrian and was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Fred always made time for his family and supported his children and grandchildren with their hopes and dreams. Fred is survived by his son, Fred (Sarah) Gallagher of Saline, MI and grandson, Jack Gallagher; daughter, Jennifer (Michael) Barlow of Montague, MI and granddaughter, Graceann Barlow; and sister, Geraldine Gallagher. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mary Ann; and sister, Mildred Mastrion. A funeral Mass for Fred will be celebrated with Father Michael Newman, OSFS on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Parish, St. Joseph Catholic Church, Adrian. Visitation will take place on Tuesday, March 21, at the church, beginning at 9:30 a.m. and continue until the start of the service. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Shrine Cemetery, Onsted. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee, Lenawee Dept. on Aging, or the Knights of Columbus. Arrangements have been entrusted to Wagley Funeral Home, Adrian, where online condolences and memories may be shared at www.WagleyFuneralHomes.com.

Frederick "Fred" Matthew Gallagher Jr.

March 4, 1940 - March 9, 2023