Monica Gallagher (community worker)

Her husband since 1946, Dr. John Gallagher, was a Willoughby physician, who practised for more than 50 years. The couple married in 1946; the couple had four children: Paul, Brian, Julia and Mary-Louise. In 1976, Dr. Gallagher was awarded a papal knighthood. Dr. Gallagher predeceased his wife. ==Death==

Dame Monica Gallagher died on 18 September 2013, aged 90. She is survived by her children and extended family. ==Awards==

• The Roman Catholic church acknowledged her work by naming her Dame Commander of the Order of St Gregory the Great in 2001. • The Roman Catholic church acknowledged her work with the award of a Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice papal honour in 1981. • Good Citizen Award for Outstanding Community Service in 1979. • Named Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire on 12 June 1976 for services to the community. ==References==