Jimmie Galleger

1955 - 2023

Jimmie Duane Galleger, 67, passed unexpectedly on May 10, 2023. He is survived by his life partner, Debbie Schmick; mother, Helen Hewitt; nieces, Adrienne Bash and Alicia Heard and their families; and his beloved canines, Ellie and Gracie. He was preceded in death by his father, Jim L. Gallegor; and brother, Donny Galleger. Jimmie was born in Canon City, Colo. on Dec. 18, 1955. He graduated from Canon City High School and worked around the country oil rigging. Jimmie joined the U.S. Navy and served in the Gulf War on mortar platoon and worked with the chaplain. After his honorable discharge, he went back to school and graduated from USC with a Bachelor of Science Degree. Then began working for the State of Colorado in youth corrections, Veterans' jobs rep then to Colorado Labor & Unemployment where he retired after 20 some years as an adjudicator. He excelled at his job. Jimmie enjoyed cooking, grilling, fishing in the mountains, and gardening. He planted tomatoes in the front yard so all the neighbors could pick them. Jimmie was an avid sports fan attending games and supporting the CU Buffs. He also loved the Saints and Giants baseball. Jimmie loved his canines and he supported dog rescues and was quite the philanthropist to many entities including youth sports for underprivileged kids. He was a big giver! He also had a deep faith and loved the Lord. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Memorial service, 11 a.m., July 7, 2023, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel. Memorials may be made to the ASPCA, CLAWA Rescue, or Shriners Hospital. Online condolences, www.MontgomerySteward.com