In Loving Memory of Coach Gerry Gallagher
Beloved Mentor, Coach, and Hall of Fame Inductee
It is with heartfelt respect that we honor the life and legacy of Gerry Gallagher, a revered figure in New Jersey football who dedicated over five decades to mentoring young athletes and shaping the future of the game he loved.
Born on December 15, 1951, Gerry Gallagher was more than just a coach he was a builder of men, a community pillar, and a lifelong student of football. He began his athletic journey at William Paterson University, where he played collegiate football from 1969 to 1972. That passion for the sport would become a defining thread throughout his life.
Coach Gallagher held coaching roles across both high school and collegiate levels, including head coaching stints at Saint Francis University (PA) and William Paterson University, as well as key assistant roles at Edinboro University. His impact was particularly strong in New Jersey, where he shaped the football programs at Morris Catholic High School, Montville High School, Parsippany High School, and later Delbarton School, where he served as Special Teams Coordinator.
In 2011, he was inducted into the New Jersey Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame, a testament to his enduring influence on generations of athletes and his unwavering commitment to excellence in coaching.
Beyond the Xs and Os of the game, Gerry Gallagher was known for his integrity, humility, and mentorship. He was the kind of coach who inspired greatness not just on the field, but in the lives of the young men he coached.
Though details surrounding his passing have not been publicly confirmed as of this writing, his contributions to the game of football and to the lives of countless student-athletes remain deeply cherished.
Coach Gallagher’s legacy lives on in the teams he led, the players he inspired, and the game he helped shape for the better.
Rest well, Coach. Your impact will never be forgotten.
