04/20/2026
Samuel “Sam” Lee Gallaher
Samuel went home into the presence of the Lord on Saturday, April 18, 2026. He was born on April 10, 1956, in Philipsburg to the late Andrew and Ruth (Myers) Gallaher. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Kathy Wilson, Jean Rothrock and his brother, Denny Gallaher.
“Sam” never met a stranger and could make a friend wherever he went. He was known for his storytelling and quick sense of humor and had a special way of lighting up any room and bringing joy to those around him. He was aways ready with a story, a joke, or a song.
He had a deep love for the outdoors and truly enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved music and spent most of his life playing in his bands, “Country Hobos; Full House; Sally’s Bottom and most recently, Matt in the Hat and Sam I Am Acoustic Duo.”
“Sam” was a gifted song writer and talented musician, well known and loved in his community and throughout Central PA.
“Sam” was also a devoted fan of Penn State and Pittsburgh Steelers Football and rarely missed a chance to cheer for his teams.
More than anything, he loved his family and friends dearly. He had a way of making people feel welcome, and his presence, laughter, and love will be deeply missed.
Surviving are his loving companion of twenty-two years, Linda Williams, who survives at home; his daughters, Crystal Lee Archie and husband Michael, Nashville, TN; Dana Lee Winfree and husband Wade, Lebanon, TN; his grandchildren, Jasmine and husband Jack (Archie) Boyd, Michael, Jr. and wife Page Archie; Getu Archie, Jayla Archie, Malika Archie, Josiah Chea, Ava Chea and, Ellie Winfree; his sisters, Edie Coleman and companion Paul, Pittsburgh, Kim Litz, Clearfield; his brother, Dan Gallaher, Philipsburg; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, from 11-1:00 PM until a funeral service in the chapel at 1:00 PM with Pastor W. Wade Winfree officiating. He will be laid to rest in Stoneville Cemetery, Clearfield, PA.