Staff Galliher Obituary

Jacob, I can't believe it's been a year already. It's crazy how life goes on even though you don't feel like it should. You are truly missed. I think about you always. I love talking about you and the guys at Jake's Java. It is other healing and sad. There is so much support for you. Your mom has done a wonderful job keeping you alive in people's hearts and minds..you would be so proud of her for pushing through..love you...till we meet again...

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

To Jacob's family,
My Sincere Condolences for your loss and a Thank You for allowing him to serve his country. I also offer my condolences to the families of his crew mates.

My condolences to the Galliher family. As a retired Navy cryptologist that grew up in Dalton and Pittsfield and joined the Navy after high school, I remember the trials of being stationed in Japan at the age of 18 and supporting the demanding pace of the operational forces. Jake had a short, but impressive career, furthered by the fact that he completed the rigorous Chinese language training course. In the intelligence community we value our linguists greatly and desperately need them "in the fight."
Although his family, friends, former classmates, and fellow Airmen are broken hearted, we know he answered the call and value his ultimate sacrifice. RIP Jake.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

A Beautiful celebration of life this morning.

Jacob was awesome, perfect, loving, and all around wonderful man. I don't care if you knew him for 1 second, he touched you in one way or another..his smile or his laugh was something that he just couldn't hold back and it apread like wildfire. Jacob had a zest for life and did what he needed to do to make his dreams happen. He accomplished more in 24 years than most have in a lifetime. He is special and will truly be missed each and every day. Love you Jacob!

keep flying Jake

Jacob...that smile warms my

Thank you Staff Sergeant Galliher for your service to our country. Rest in peace. My heartfelt sympathy and prayers for your wife, parents and your extended family. Fly with the Angels....

We were saddened to learn about Jake. To the Galliher Family, we are sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Dan and Jennifer.

Thank you so much for your service and sacrifice. Fly high with the angels.

I live in Florida but am a Pittsfield native. My deepest condolences to this brave young man and his entire family. Now he flies with angels.

Thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice. May your soul Rest in Peace. May Jake's family & friends find comfort and strength in the days to follow. My thoughts & prayers are with each of you as you find your way to navigate this unfortunate, terribly sad time!

My deepest sympathy and gratitude to Staff Sergeant Jacob Galliher for serving our nation with such bravery and dedication. May you rest in peace. God bless you, your family and friends. You will never be forgotten.

Carol & Mike, so very sorry for your loss! There are no words. I pray with all my heart for you and your family! So very sorry! Gary & Debra Galarneau

My prayers are with the family. You are a hero and an honor for serving our country. May you rest in peace knowing you have followed your dreams. Your children will know what a awesome dad they have. Your smile will shine upon the sky as the golden gates open too your new rest area, your wings will be awarded and you shall fly to watch over all your family and friends. Amen.

My condolences to the family. Thank you for your service Sergeant Jacob Galliher

My deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to "Jake's" wife and children, his mother and father, and extended family members. SSgt. Jacob Galliher has now taken his final flight on the wings of an eagle. With that I give him a slow hand salute. Hand Salute!!! SMSgt. Paul Bergeron, (retired), Westover ARB.

My sincerest condolences to the family for their tremendous loss. Blessings to Sgt. Galliher from our military family.

Words can never ease the pain of losing a loved one but the dash in Jacob's life was bigger than most. Thank You Jacob for your service and fly high young man fly high!

Our deepest condolences to the family.
Thank you for your service to this country.

Holding all who knew and love Jake in my heart.

My condolences to Jake's family! RIP sir and thank you for your bravery and service.

What a very special, wonderful young man.
Growing up in Pittsfield I didn´t know you, since I am much older, but saddened to know of your passing.
May the Angels surround all your family members and may they take you to Heaven.
God be with your family.
My prayers for all of you.

RIP Jacob

Our Sincere Condolences to Jake's Family as well as Jake's crew, Thank you for your service, May you all rest in peace !

Kim & Family, Many years ago our paths crossed at Missy´s house where you were temporarily living in part for the loving enrichment of a child but to also surround yourself with the loving support of friendship because as you said it takes a village. Years ago when you talked about your son you said,"Jacob is the light of my life." In reading about Jacob today in his short span of life he planted that loving light everywhere he went and his life garden of love is an array of color. Jacob´s life encompassed everything love of life could give , receive & embrace - He was a loving son, grandson, brother, uncle, cousin, friend & joy of becoming an husband and becoming a Dad. He also lived a passionate & committed life to service to protect & defend his country passionately & professionally protecting its freedom for the present & future citizens to enjoy, thrive as he did. I know these moments are heartbreaking right now but it´s comforting to read that he surrounded all of your lives with " the village you all created for him so many years ago & of recent where comfort, love & support lies in memory. May your memories be the pillow you rest your hearts on. With Deepest Sympathy. Sharon Davis

My condolences to the family
May the fond and loving memories be a comfort and always be with you.

Jake exemplified the Air .Force Creed.

"MY mission is to Fly, Fight, and Win. I am faithful to a Proud Heritage, A Tradition of Honor, And a Legacy of Valor. I am an American Airman. Guardian of Freedom and Justice, My Nation's Sword and Shield, Its Sentry and Avenger."

RIP Jacob, Thank-you for your service, thoughts and prayers for all family members.

To he family of Staff Sergeant Jacob M Galiher
Jacob we thank you for your service and love for nation. May God grant you peace and may He comfort your entire family during their mostvdiffivult time of sorrow. We will say a Divine Mercy Chaplet for Jake on he day of his funeral
David & Eileen Spazioso from North Adams MA

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

My sympathy and love to all of Jake's family and friends. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for your service Sgt. Jacob Galliher. May you R.I.P.
Barbara Wilson