Calais, VT Harriet Irene (Morse) Gallagher, 87, of Calais, passed away peacefully in her home on November 5, 2020 due to complications of Parkinson's Disease. She was born in Montpelier, Vermont on February 27, 1933 to Ira Morse and Eva Davis Morse. Harriet grew up on her family farm in Calais, and attended Montpelier High School graduating in the class of 1951. She married Gregory Oscar Gallagher in September of 1956, and together they raised their three children in Maple Corner. Harriet and Greg shared many years together until Greg's passing in 2009. Harriet was a lively woman with a keen sense of humor. She loved all animals and had an affinity for the great outdoors. Her greatest love and biggest hobbies revolved around her horses and horseback riding; she'd never turn down an adventure, from cross-country skiing (sometimes towed by her dogs), to dogsledding, hiking, camping, and swimming, to name just a few. She loved bluegrass music, and after learning to play the fiddle in her 60's, she enjoyed many years of playing music with her friends at gatherings and with her granddaughter, Madison. After retirement, Harriet and Greg explored the U.S. and Canada in their motorhome that they fondly called "Ol' Betsy." They particularly loved spending summers on Prince Edward Island with family. They spent their days there exploring the beautiful beaches, and spent their nights dancing to live local music at different ceilidhs throughout the island. Harriet was loved by many throughout her life, and shared fond memories with everyone whom she crossed paths with. Harriet is survived by her brother, Wayne Morse, as well as her three children and their families: Steve and Sarah Gallagher, Jamie Moorby, Cameron Moorby, and Isaac Gallagher; Jeffrey Gallagher, Barbara Payne, and Sarah Payne; Heather Holmes, Madison Holmes and Caleb Holmes; and last but not least, her beloved dog Gypsy. Harriet is predeceased by her parents, her sister Ella Morse Maynard, and brother George Morse. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice. Harriet's son, Jeff, would like to express his gratitude and thanks to the caretakers who provided Harriet with such loving and compassionate care toward her end of life: Mel Webster; Sheril Hatch; Laura Atkinson; and Molly Younce. A graveside memorial service will be held in the spring of 2021 at the Robinson Cemetery in Calais. Arrangements are being made by Guare & Sons Funeral Home. Online condolences may be left at www.guareandsons.com.