Gallo, Patrick Daniel age 50 of New Milford formerly of Emerson passed away on Monday, September 20, 2010 after a courageous 8-year battle with brain cancer. Beloved husband of Denise (nee) Cosma. Devoted father of Jacqueline, Nicholas, and Brianna. Loving son of Amy and Daniel Gallo. Dear brother of Lena Bianco and husband Joe. Loving son-in-law of Sally and Joseph Cosma. Brother-in-law of Joanne Tomarchio, Sheryl Weinberg, and Jeannine Babino and her husband Keith. Dear uncle of 6 nieces and nephews. Patrick was a dedicated father, husband, son, and brother and Godfather; his many cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends will forever miss him. Patrick was a Foreman in the Laborer’s Union Local 592 and was a dedicated employee with March Associates in Wayne, NJ. He was also a longtime parishioner of St. Joseph’s RC Church. An avid sports fan, Patrick often offered his time to the New Milford recreational sports teams both as a coach and a fan. Funeral service Friday 9:30AM at St. Joseph’s RC Church, Oradell. All are invited to meet at church. Entombment to follow at Garden of Memories. Family and friends are invited to visit Wednesday and Thursday 2-4 & 7-9PM at the Volk Leber Funeral Home, 268 Kinderkamack Rd., Oradell. In lieu of flowers donations to the Gallo Children’s College Trust Fund, please make checks payable to Denise Gallo, and send to 5 Westside Ave., Bergenfield, NJ 07621.