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JAMES EDWARD GALLESHAW December 2, 1926-September 21, 2004 "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7 James Edward Galleshaw departed his earthly home and entered his heavenly home Tuesday, September 21, 2004. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held on Sunday, September 26, 2004 at 2:00 pm at Cornelia United Methodist Church in Cornelia, Georgia. The family will receive friends after the service in the fellowship hall of the church. The Rev. Wayne Smith, the Rev. Herb Chisenhall, and Bishop L. Bevel Jones, III will be officiating the service. Born in Dallas, Texas,he was a graduate of Southern Methodist University. Mr. Galleshaw retired from Kraft Foods after 35 years of service, where he was responsible for, among other things, the patenting of Parkay liquid margarine as well as being Plant Superintendent in Decatur, Georgia. He was an avid golfer and won numerous golf tournaments in his early years, though one of his greatest golf accomplishments was a hole-in-one when he was in his 70s. Mr. Gallleshaw served in World War II in the General Headquarters Unit in Japan under General Douglas McArthur and retired as a Technical Sergeant from the Army in 1947. Mr. Galleshaw was an active member of Cornelia United Methodist Church where he served on the Official Board as Lay Leader and taught several Sunday School classes. He is survived by his wife, Clara Condray Galleshaw, his daughters and sons-in-law, Sherry and Sam Ankerich, Linda and Dennis Ingle, Dr. Janice Galleshaw and Randy Mulligan, Laurie and Kent Geer. Grandchildren include Jamie Hollon, Jason Duke, Brian Duke, and Amanda Geer and James Geer. In lieu of flowers,memorial contributions can be made to Cornelia United Methodist Church, 275 Wyly Street, Cornelia, GA 30531, the Georgia Cancer Foundation, 11 Dunwoody Park Dr., Suite 120, Dunwoody, GA 30338 or to Hospice of Northeast Georgia Medical Center, 2150 Limestone Parkway, Suite 222, Gainesville, GA 30501. McGAHEE-GRIFFIN & STEWART FUNERAL HOME (706/778-8668) OF CORNELIA IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Galleshaw
Sandra Kirchoffer
September 27, 2004
Clara: I was looking through Thursday's newspaper (today) and saw the Obit section. I was so surprised to see a name I knew. I would like to express my sincere condolence to you and your family in this loss of your husband and their father. We have not seen each other for a while but I think about you often. I will remember you and your family in my daily prayers. Love Sandy.
Karen Conley
September 27, 2004
Dear Laurie and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I am certain your strong faith will guide you and bring you comfort in the days, months, and years to come.
Sophie Dunn
September 26, 2004
Laurie,
Your dad sounded like a great guy and Iknow that you all will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Love,
Sophie
Mary Ebert
September 24, 2004
Dear Dr. Galleshaw,
What a beautiful, thoughtful write-up about your dad. He must have been a wonderful Christian. I know you are hurting right now and my heart is so heavey for you. I have been (ever since my last follow-up visit with you) and will continue to, pray for you daily. I'm praying for your mom and family also.
Thank you for the role you play in my life, in helping me through my battle with cancer.
Much Love and Prayers,
Mary Ebert
Dawn O'Connor
September 24, 2004
Dear Dr. Galleshaw,
I am so sorry to hear about the death of your father. I feel so fortunate to have you guiding my health care following my breast cancer surgery. My prayers are with you and your family.
Dawn O'Connor
Atlanta, Georgia
Judy Parsons
September 24, 2004
Laurie,
You're in my thoughts and prayers. I know this is a difficult time for all; but, I'm sure you will draw strength from your strong faith and many happy memories. Hang in there.
Susan Ricks
September 24, 2004
May the loving memories you share bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Susan
Marge Meindl
September 24, 2004
Laurie, your Dad sounds like he was a wonderful man. I pray his life will continue to be an inspiration to you. God bless you and yours.
Margaret Frucht
September 24, 2004
To Laurie and the Galleshaw family,
May you find comfort in remembering
all the guidance, love, and strength
with which your father touched your
lives. Those gifts will always live
on in each of you.
Our thoughts are with you,
Margaret, Jerry, Josh and Michael
Frucht
Jackie Hudson
September 23, 2004
To the Family of James Galleshaw:
We know that the Lord has his arms open to welcome you home. I wish it were possible to travel in person to let you know that we are thinking of you. Our prayers are with you.
Jackie Hudson
Larry & Yvette Johnson
September 23, 2004
Mrs Galleshaw, we are so sad to read about the loss of your husband. In case you have forgotten who we are, we purchased your home at 1172 Autumn Hill Ct, Stone Mountain, Ga. in May of 1996. Our prayer is that God comforts you and your daughter Linda in your time of grief.
Les & Doris Smith
September 23, 2004
Dear Clare and Family,
We are so sorry we cannot be with you at this time but our thoughts and prayers are with you. We loved Jim and remember the wonderful visits we have had these past few years - the time he prepared the map and travel plans for Les, Doris and Katherine to take the trip into the mountains but didn't give Katherine and me any shopping time; the time he "encouraged" Les and I to keep on the road from Birmingham that night (12:00 A.M.) and he would wait up for us, and most recently, your trip to Dallas to the Fair. We'll certainly miss him (as I know everyone will) but please, Clare, keep in touch with us. We love you.
amy adcroft
September 23, 2004
Mrs. Galleshaw, Laurie and Kent and the rest of the Galleshaw family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Amy and Pete Adcroft
Raleigh, NC
Kenneth Sonenshine
September 23, 2004
Dr. Galleshaw took care of my wife Debbie for 5 years. She is the most special individual to our family. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
Georgia Cancer Foundation
September 23, 2004
The Georgia Cancer Foundation expresses our sincere condolences to the Galleshaw family. We very much appreciate your generous inclusion of our organization for memorial gifts to honor your loved one. Jan Galleshaw is a valued member of our Board of Directors and a true friend to the Foundation. We are honored to receive memory donations for Mr. Galleshaw and will notify you of each gift so that you may acknowledge it.
Sincerely,
Brenda K. Horne, CEO
Georgia Cancer Foundation
Dawn Gonzalez
September 23, 2004
To Mrs Galleshaw and family members:
My deepest sympathies are extended for the tremendous loss in your family. May loving memories fill your thoughts and peace fill your heart
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