The sad passing of a devoted wife and mother-of-four young children has left a Portadown community heartbroken.
Nadine Gallagher (née Teague), who lived at The Spires in Portadown, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 3, surrounded by her loving family.
A devoted wife and mother, Nadine is described in her family notice as the “much loved wife of Patrick and dearly loved mummy of Peyton, Robyn, Farrah and Colby”, and “dear daughter of Ann and Mark and loving sister of Stacey, Vicki, Ryan and Gareth”.
Nadine will repose at her parents’ home, 23 The Beeches, Portadown (BT62 1AX) on Wednesday and Thursday from 1pm until 8pm.
Her funeral will take place on Friday, leaving the family home at 10.15am for Requiem Mass at 11am in the Church of St John the Baptist, Drumcree. Interment will follow in the adjoining cemetery.
House strictly private on Friday morning.
Nadine’s Requiem Mass can be viewed online via the Drumcree Parish livestream.
Her passing is “deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband, daughters, son, mother, father, sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews and family circle”.
Tributes have poured in from across the community, reflecting the deep affection in which Nadine was held.
Tír na nÓg GAA, where her children are underage players, said members were “deeply saddened” to learn of her passing.
In a statement, the club said: “The committee, members and coaches of Tír na nÓg are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Nadine, mother of our underage players Peyton, Robyn, Farrah and Colby.
“We extend our heartfelt sympathies to Nadine’s husband Patrick, her children Peyton, Robyn, Farrah and Colby, her father Mark, our former player and coach, her mother Ann, and her siblings Stacey, Vicki, Ryan and Gareth.
“Our deepest condolences are also extended to the wider Teague and Gallagher families at this very sad and difficult time.
“Mary, Queen of the Gael, pray for her. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.”
Alliance MLA Eóin Tennyson described the news as “such sad” and added: “Condolences to Nadine’s family and loved ones at this heartbreaking time. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.”
On social media, friends and neighbours remembered Nadine as a warm, joyful and caring presence who was “never without a smile”.
One tribute read: “This is devastating. Nadine was never without a smile. Thoughts and prayers to Patrick, Peyton, Robyn, Farrah, Colby and wider family and friends.”
Another said: “Nadine was one of the best. The most friendliest and down to earth beautiful girl. She will be very sadly missed. Thinking of Paddy, her children and all the family.”
Many recalled her kindness and her devotion to her children.
“Absolutely heartbreaking, such a gorgeous girl with the biggest heart,” wrote one mourner.
Another added: “Nadine you will be so missed, I will forever remember our chats and laughs at the school gates. The best girl and the most amazing mother. I am honoured to have crossed paths with you.”
One friend summed up the feelings of many: “So sad to hear this devastating news. Nadine was one of the nicest people I’ve ever met – always so genuinely warm, kind and friendly towards everyone she met. An incredible mummy too.
“One of the very best.”
May she rest in peace.
