James Joseph “Jim” Gallagher, 81, of Hampstead, NH, died Wednesday January 26, 2022, in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 19, 1940 in Newburyport, MA, a son of the late Cornelius and Florence (Richer) Gallagher. Jim was a member of the Iron Workers Local #7 in Boston, MA for over 40 years. He enjoyed all types of auto racing. He and his wife Bettye enjoyed staying active with trips to Myrtle Beach and Lake Winnipesaukee. In his younger years, Jim enjoyed skiing and hiking.
He is survived by his two children, daughter Kathleen Dingman and son James W. Gallagher and wife Kristine; five grandchildren, James Peter Gallagher, Thomas Gallagher, Jack Dingman, Cody Dingman and wife Krystina and Brianna Dingman and fiancé Steve Edge; two great grandchildren, Carson and Connor; two brothers, Joseph Gallagher and Cornelius Gallagher; one sister, Carol Twitchell, as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 56 years, Elizabeth A. "Bettye" Gallagher in 2019 and one sister Florence “Snooks” Gallagher.
Due to Covid, at the request of the family there are no services being planned at this time. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Red Cross blood bank.
The Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 15 Birch Street, Derry is assisting the family with arrangements.