Theresa Ava Marie Gallagher Fine passed away December 15, 2015.Theresa was born November 16, 1958 in Midland, Texas to Dorothy and John Bernard Gallagher. She played the saxophone for Midland High School marching Band for three years. She retired from the Midland Police Department on March 31, 2004 with 25 years of service, obtaining the rank of Sgt. in the Crimes Against Persons Division. Theresa lived and loved music. Special thanks to Bill Medley of the Righteous Bros. We are his #1 fans.Theresa is survived by mother, Dorothy Gallagher; husband, Les Fine; brothers, Bernie Gallagher, John Gallagher and Brent Gallagher; half-sister, Christene Lopez; stepson, Kevin Fine; special friends, Don & Rhonda Nolley; her critters, Whiskey, Edg, Cornbread, Catfish and Tiger; and numerous cousins, nephews, and nieces.She is preceded in death by her sister, Tonya Matthis; father, John Bernard; nephew, Luke Gallagher; and beloved grandmother, Granny Vera Morrow, and her beloved critter, Louie.The family would like to express their gratitude towards Midland Cancer Center, Dr. Carr, Dr. Raj Patel, Dr. P.K. Patel, Dr. Karle Dickie of the Arlington Cancer Center and all of their staff; Midland Police Department; and all the citizens of Midland, Texas.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.A Rosary will be held 7:00 pm, Thursday, December 17, 2015 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm, Friday, December 18, 2015 at St. Stephen’s Catholic Church in Midland. Burial will follow at Resthaven North Cemetery.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com.,
