"Bo" Gallo

November 6 1920 - February 1 2018

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Visitation :

St. Andrew Catholic Church
Tuesday February 6th 2018 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

1899 McCoy Road
Columbus Ohio 43220

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Services:

Funeral Mass
Tuesday February 6th 2018 at 10:30 am

St. Andrew Catholic Church
1899 McCoy Road
Columbus , Ohio 43220

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Obituary

Francis T. "Bo" Gallo, age 97, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2018, at Sunrise of Dublin. Bo is preceded in death by his parents, Oreste Paul and Hazel (Nardini) Gallo; brothers, Paul and Joe; and sisters, Rita MacEachen and Norma Antenucci. He is survived by his loving wife, Carol "Gypsy" Gallo; sons, Nicholas Edward (Nichole) Gallo and Francis Thomas Gallo, Jr.; Godson, Rick (Caele) Gambs; grandchildren, Christiana Kathleen Gallo, Vittorio Bo Gallo and Giovanni Giantonio Gallo; brother, Robert (Tina) Gallo; brother-in-law, Richard Gambs; and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Bo was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during WWII in the 191st Signal Repair Corps and was a devoted member of St. Andrew Catholic Church. He, along with his brothers owned O.P. Gallo Tailoring and Formal Wear, the benchmark for custom suits and formal wear rental for over 40 years. He was known for his passion of Italian food, family and friends; and, his homemade pizzas were legendary. He was especially proud of his Scatoni drink mixture which many came to love. Bo was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and was "Uncle Bo" to not only his nieces, nephews and friends but also the many whom he mentored throughout his life. His family will receive friends on Tuesday, February 6, 2018, beginning at 9:30 a.m., at ST. ANDREW CATHOLIC CHURCH, 1899 McCoy Road (at Reed), Upper Arlington, where his funeral Mass will commence at 10:30 a.m. Entombment to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery Mausoleum. Donations in his name preferred to Capital City Hospice, 2800 Corporate Exchange Drive, Ste. 170, Columbus, OH (43231) or Nationwide Children's Hospital Foundation, 700 Children's Drive, Columbus, OH (43205). Arrangements entrusted with JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME, 1177 West Fifth, Columbus. Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com.


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Condolences for "Bo" Gallo


From : John and Paula Dix
To : Nick and Tommy Gall0
Date: February 2nd 2018

So sorry to learn of the death of your father. He was a fine example to all.
From : Jefff and Jane Bringtardner
To : Gallo Family
Date: February 3rd 2018

Thinking of you "Gypsy" and the boys what a great man, will always remember working at your homes and having fun with you and Bo.
From : Cheri and John Grant
To : Tommy, Carol and Uncle Dick
Date: February 3rd 2018

Admired by all, friend to many. Although we have sadness, we celebrate a "life well lived". Always a smile, never a scowl and a kind word to add. Let's take a moment to remember how to treat our fellow man led by the example Bo set. An extraordinary individual. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
From : Becky Kaltenbach
To : Carol, Nick, Tommy & family
Date: February 3rd 2018

It was our privilege to know Bo for more than 40 years. A true gentleman and friend. You are so blessed to have had him in your lives for so long. Our deepest sympathies to you.

Becky, Jerry, Georgia, and Rachel Kaltenbach
From : Paul A. DiPaolo family
To : Gallo Family
Date: February 5th 2018

So sorry to hear of the death of your father. He was a friendly face in the crowd. I remember Bo fitting me for a high school prom and I am 74 years old. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
From : George, Barbara and Geoff
To : Carol, sons and family
Date: February 6th 2018

Dear Carol, sons and family,
We wish to express our deep sympathy on our long time friend Bo’s passing. What a great friend of so many years. He spread good will and cheer to so many over his successful, near century life. He is one of the finest business person in our community. May God bless him and keep him. Your friends George, barbara and Geoff
From : Herb Guyer-Sharfenaker USMC
To : Bo Gallo
Date: February 7th 2018

Francis"Bo" Gallo Unit ed States Army.
191st.Signal Corps-Repair.
WWII Veteran.
Bo and his brothers founders-O.P.Gallo

God Bless/RIP.A heartfelt Thank YOU,Bo for your service in WWII.The USA would NOT be as it is today.I treasure the freedoms for which YOU,fought.YOU are "ONE OF" Greatest Generation.. And Semper Fi....... Soldier.
From : Karen Sutherland French
To : Carol and family
Date: February 7th 2018

Thanks for the wonderful memories with you and Bo from the 70s. We shared an open space at the bank and you adopted me like family. You were newlyweds. I will cherish our work years, the good Italian food at your home, and will pray for you at this difficult time. Love, peace and blessings.
From : Tim and Lynn Berlekamp
To : Nick and Tommy
Date: February 7th 2018

We are sorry to learn about the loss of your father. He left a strong legacy in his sons and grandchildren. We know how much you will all miss him, but hope you take comfort in so many memories you have all built over the years.
From : Ed and Mary Jane Overmyer
To : Family
Date: February 15th 2018

What a wonderful gracious man Bo was. Our community
will miss him.