Michael Vincent Gallagher, 32, formerly of Lancaster, US Border Patrol Agent, died on September 2nd, 2010, while on duty near Casa Grande, Arizona.

Mike is survived by his wife Samantha and sons Quincy and Rhyan, of Casa Grande, AZ.  He also leaves behind fellow agent and sister, Julie Gallagher-Merone, husband Jon Merone of El Paso, TX; a sister Jeanette Gallagher, of Charlotte, NC; parents Michael & Jean Gallagher of Mountville, PA and Diane & Bill Alexander of Lancaster, PA; grandparents, Lloyd and Mary Waller of Lancaster; and step brother Tom Lohr, wife Angie Lohr of Lancaster, PA.  Mike will be greatly missed by all.

Mike was born in Hershey, PA on July 5th, 1978. He was a 1996 Donegal High School graduate.

Mike was an Iraq Veteran who served with distinction in the US Army from 2002-2008.  Mike entered on duty with the United States Border Patrol's 794th Session on July 21, 2008.  Mike was an extraordinarily devoted husband, father, brother and son as well as a loyal friend and trustworthy fellow soldier and Patrol Agent. He will be most notably remembered for his infectious laugh and salt & pepper hair.  He was also an avid Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies fan.

A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, September 8th at First Assembly of God, 501 E. Kortsen Rd, Casa Grande, AZ.  Doors will open at 10AM and services will commence at 11AM.  Arrangements are being handled by J. Warren Funeral Services of Casa Grande.  The family would like to thank everyone for their support and prayers.  In lieu of flowers, contributions towards the childrens' college funds can be sent to US Border Patrol, c/o Patrol Agent in Charge, 396 N Camino Mercado, Casa Grande, AZ  85122-5760. To send the family an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory Lancaster, PA 717-393-9661