Harold David Gallery, Jr.

Harold David Gallery, Jr., of Lincoln, DE passed away peacefully on Monday, February 9, 2026 at home surrounded by his loving family. Harold was born in Gloucester, MA, the son of the late Harold David Gallery, Sr. and Elizabeth Mary (Clark) Gallery. He worked as an ironworker and welder early in his career. Harold worked on many of the high rises in Ocean City, MD and on the second span of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge to name a few jobs. He also worked with the operating engineers involved in dredging the bays and doing beach replenishment. 

Harold loved the outdoors, enjoyed cutting the grass with his lawnmower, was an avid bike rider and would ride his bike for mile's. He also was an avid pool player and was trained in karate. Most important to Harold was his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren, who he loved deeply. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his two sisters Marlene Meyers and Martha Susnowitz.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years Florence Marlene (Baker) Gallery; his 3 daughters Michele Mankins (Acie), Tammy Costello and Heather Gallery; two brothers Martin Gallery and Danny Gallery; a sister Vivian Rohrbaugh; 5 grandchildren Brandon Kelley, Amber Bennett, Aimee Mankins, Kaci Kelley, Brooke Mankins and Evan Dennis; 4 great grandchildren Kevin Bennett, Bodhi Smith, Cason Smith and Lilliannah Gallery-Dennis; and his faithful white German Shepherd Rylee.

A Celebration of Life for Harold will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions be made to Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE  19963. Arrangements by Lofland Funeral Home, Milford, DE. Letters of condolence may be shared with the family at www.loflandandmcknatt.com.

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