Joseph L. Galante, 65, of Londonderry, NH, died Tuesday, June 10, 2008 in the Jordan Hospital in Plymouth, MA. Mr. Galante was born on March 25, 1943, a son of the late Andrew and Maria (Siracusa) Galante. He was a resident of Londonderry for the past 20 years, formerly living in Billerica, MA. Mr. Galante was a US Air Force veteran serving during the Vietnam era. He was an avid motorcyclist, a member of H.O.G., and enjoyed riding with the Mystic Riders. Mr. Galante enjoyed attending motorcycle rallies across the country.
He is survived by his daughter, Tina Galante of Tomball, TX; his son, Philip Galante of Londonderry; five grandchildren, Matthew MacDonald, Ryan MacDonald, Nicholas MacDonald, Emily Galante, and Grace Galante; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Stephen Galante in 2004.
Following cremation, calling hours were held on Saturday, June 14th from 10am – 12 noon in the Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 290 Mammoth Rd., Londonderry. A memorial service followed at 12:00 noon in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mothers Against Drunk Driving, 123 Goffee St., Manchester, NH 03102.