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Richard Galloway Obituary
Mr. Richard Lee "Rick" Galloway
, 38, of Pascagoula, MS, died Friday, June 3, 2005, in Pascagoula.Mr. Galloway was a native of Oxford, MS and had been a resident of Ocean Springs most of his life. He was a 1985 graduate of Ocean Springs High School. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran of the Gulf War (fire controlman) and received the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, South West Asian Service Medal, Enlisted Surface Warfare Device and the Meritorious Unit Commendation. Mr. Galloway was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church in Ocean Springs.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Deana Harrison; a sister, Teresa Dawn Galloway; maternal grandparents, Jim and Lucy Dobbs and paternal grandfather, Alvis Lee Galloway.
Survivors include his daughter, Casie Lauren Mejia; one son, Chase Lee Galloway both of Gautier; his parents, Hal and Jimmie Galloway of Ocean Springs; a sister, Ginger Lynn Lashley of Ocean Springs; two grandchildren, Devon and Julian of Gautier; his paternal grandparents, Julius and Etoile McCoy of Booneville, MS and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation was Monday, June 6, 2005, from 5:30 till 7:30 p.m. at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home in Ocean Springs. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1:45 p.m. at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 900 Porter Ave., Ocean Springs where friends may visit one hour before service time. Burial will follow in Biloxi National Cemetery.
The family prefers memorials be made to St. Paul United Methodist Church, P O Box 909, Ocean Springs, MS 39566 or to Martin Bluff Baptist Church, 7417 Martin Bluff Road, Gautier, MS 39553.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Galloway
Anita Gideon Aguilar
August 31, 2005
I would like let Rick's family know how sorry I am for their loss. Rick was A good man.I was blessed with the opprotinity to get to know him well.Though we lost touch over the years I am deeply saddened...GOD Please bless his family and keep them safe. Anita (Gideon) Aguilar
Lisa
August 2, 2005
I miss you so much Rick. You were my everything and I'm just so lost without you. I miss the sound of your voice, listening to you laugh and even snore. I know your in Heaven looking down and telling me to move on but it is so hard when I miss you so much. I go days without crying and then its like a never ending river and I can't stop. I'm such a better person because of you and it is so unfair that I could never pay you back for all you have done. I Love You with all my heart baby. Sleep In Heavenly Peace, Your Angel
Lisa L
June 29, 2005
My days are dark without you. The sun shines but I can not see it. Nights are unbearable, without you. I miss you so much. I long to hear your voice, to listen to you laugh, for you to call me your Angel one last time. I'm so lost, so confused, and so very angry. I Love You so very much Rick. you are in my heart every minute of every day. I Miss you, Baby. Forever and A Day, Your Angel
Amy
June 19, 2005
I am unsure as to what I should say, however I feel it necessary to make another entry. Hal and Jimmie, I am so sorry for the loss of your son. Chase, I hope you are doing well. I didn't have the pleasure of ever meeting any of you, but I did meet Rick. My son has good memories of Rick, so I will leave it that way as I have not told him that Rick is gone. I hope that everyone that was touched by Rick is well and dealing with this as best as can be expected. I hope that Rick has found the peace he was so looking for and that everyone that knows him has found peace for him although he has left us. Hal and Jimmie, thank you for the man you gave to so many of us; Chase, I wish you well and stay close to your Grandparents; to those that had the pleasure of meeting Rick, take care and find solace in the fact that he is in a better place. Thank you for the attention yet again from me. God Bless.
Julie
June 13, 2005
I think I wrote in this about 30 times and deleted it as I don't know what to say. I am so shocked that Rick is gone. He was a very good listener and advisor. I will never forget him even though I only knew him for a very short time but even in that short time I did get to know him. He loved his family very much. And thought of the world of his son. This was a great man that touch so many hearts and never will be forgoten. Sorry Rick, I wanted to leave a message sooner but I couldn't it was not that I didn't care but it hurt too much to think you are gone forever and I will never seen your messages again or phone calls. I am still sitting here waiting for you to pop up online or my phone to ring. Rest in peace Rick
Barbra
June 11, 2005
I will miss you Ricky. I was a very close friend of Ricky's that I met on-line. To RIcky's parents you should be proud of a great son you had. I am so glad that I had the gift a meeting this man last month even before meeting him in person I knew he was a kind man. I will always keep a place in my heart for Ricky.
Rick's,
lil_babs
Stacie
June 11, 2005
Rick was a wonderful man. I will never forget him. He always can make me smile even on days I was down. I cherish every moment I spent with him. I still can't believe he gone. My deepest sympathy to his family. Rick I will love you forever...
Lisa
June 11, 2005
Dedicated to My Best Friend, Rick.
You were my Star,
You taught me to Shine.
You were my Light,
To guide my way.
You were my Tower,
You taught me to stand tall.
You were my shoulder,
when I needed to cry.
You were my mirror,
to show me my reflextion.
You were my teacher,
That taught me I was not to old to learn.
You were my voice,
You taught me to speak up.
You were my ears,
You taught me to hear.
You were my Heart,
You taught me to Love.
You were my strength,
You taught me to be strong.
You were my Hero,
You taught me to be proud.
You were my life,
You taught me so much, you'll never know just how much.
Written on 6/10/05
Dani & Nancy 'bagladys'
June 10, 2005
We knew of your son from an online friend, Lisa.
We are so sorry for the family, and pray God's comfort and abundant grace will see you through the days and months to come.
Dani and Nancy
David Marin
June 8, 2005
Although I barely knew Richard he seemed to me to be quite a good person with a good heart. His loved ones have my deepest sympathy.
preston malone
June 7, 2005
Jimmy and family. So sorry to read
of your son's passing. Even tho we never knew him, but knowing you and your Mother, he must have been a special person. We are thinking of you.
Preston and Rada Malone
Belmont MS 38827
Sherri (Lilhoney)
June 7, 2005
My thoughts & prayers are with the Galloway family & Lisa
Leo
June 7, 2005
Life is always short,but it is made much shorter when it happens too soon, and so suddenly.
I heard of Rick's death via the online community that Lisa is a member of.
My condolences to all of Rick's family and friends.
Gary & Linda Smith
June 7, 2005
Jimmy & Harold Lee we were so sorry to hear of your great loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers continually.
Class of 58
Gary & Linda Smith
Shirley Jones
June 7, 2005
JIMMY AND HAL; WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU, AND KNOW YOU HAVE OUR LOVE.
THE CLASS OF '58
Carlie Clark
June 7, 2005
May God Bless
Anita Rogers
June 7, 2005
I have so much to say, but at this time words can not express the numbness in heart and the sadness I feel. My sincerest sympathy to you, Jimmi, Hal, Ginger, Chase and all family members. Rick was like a little brother to me and always held a special place in my heart. Like an Eternal Flame, Rick, your memory will live on in our hearts forever!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
A Poem for Rick:
I'm Still Here:
Please don't mourn for me
I'm still here, though you don't see.
I'm right by your side each night and day
and within your heart I long to stay.
My body is gone but I'm always near.
I'm everything you feel, see or hear.
My spirit is free, but I'll never depart
as long as you keep me alive in your heart.
I'll never wander out of your sight-
I'm the brightest star on a summer night.
I'll never be beyond your reach-
I'm the warm moist sand when you're at the beach.
I'm the colorful leaves when fall comes around
and the pure white snow that blankets the ground.
I'm the beautiful flowers of which you're so fond,
The clear cool water in a quiet pond.
I'm the first bright blossom you'll see in the spring,
The first warm raindrop that April will bring.
I'm the first ray of light when the sun starts to shine,
and you'll see that the face in the moon is mine.
When you start thinking there's no one to love you,
you can talk to me through the Lord above you.
I'll whisper my answer through the leaves on the trees,
and you'll feel my presence in the soft summer breeze.
I'm the hot salty tears that flow when you weep
and the beautiful dreams that come while you sleep.
I'm the smile you see on a baby's face.
Just look for me, friend, I'm everyplace!
Elizabeth Rogers-Darnell
June 7, 2005
Our family is deeply saddened by your loss. We love you all very much and are thinking of you and praying for you.
Linda Power
June 7, 2005
Sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of saddness.
Elizabeth / Troy pogo clan
June 7, 2005
You'll always be in our hearts..you were a wonderful man and may u rest peacefull with the angels...
The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes
June 7, 2005
We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.
Lisa
June 6, 2005
Mr & Mrs. Galloway and Family,
As I sit here still in denial over this and feel the pain my heart is in, I can only imange the pain your going through. Rick was my Hero, My Best friend and the man I wanted to spend the rest of my life with. I miss him so very much, we were so close and not a day went by that we didn't talk for hours and hours. I grew to know your family inside and out and have grown to love each and every one of you with all my heart. Your in my prayers, thoughts and in my Heart. God Bless you and I love you all. Lisa
Rick, I will always love you, Forever and A day, Your Angel.
Buck and Bernie Stevenson
June 6, 2005
Jimmy, Hal, Chase, Ginger,
We are so sorry to hear of Ricks untimely death. Please know that you all are in our prayers and thoughts.
Eric
June 6, 2005
God bless
Shelia Robertson
June 6, 2005
The tenants and staff of Bonaparte Square wish you our deepest condolences at this time. Several of the residences as well as the staff were deeply touched by the loss of your son. He had a warm smile and didn't mind sharing it with his neighbors. He will be greatly missed.
Sincerely,
The Staff and Residents of Bonaparte Square.
Lea
June 5, 2005
My sincerest condolences.
MARSHALL/JEAN SMITH
June 5, 2005
MARSHALL & I ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. GINGER AND FAMILY, TAKE CARE.
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU.
SINCERELY-JEAN
Jeff Trusty
June 5, 2005
he will be missed in pogo i enjoyed talking with him. I wish his family the best in these hard times
nancy lemon
June 5, 2005
Jimmie and Hal, I am visiting with my daughter in California and was shocked and saddened to read of the death of your son. May God comfort you and fill your heart and mind with wonderful memories of Rick. With love, Nancy
Mary Margaret Throop
June 5, 2005
To Ricky's family,
I knew Ricky as I graduated from Ocean Springs High School 1984, and I had many classes with him. May GOD be with y'all now and in the future.
Take care and Ricky is looking down over all of us that all still heer on Earth.
Mary Margaret
alice lewis
June 5, 2005
I was shocked to see this wonderful young man had past away. I met rick about 15 years ago, and he will always hold a special place in my heart. I would like to wish the family my deepest symapthy.
Alice
Yvette Weeks
June 5, 2005
My deepest sympathy with regard to the loss of your loved one.
Tara Madden Calloway
June 5, 2005
My sincerest sympathy. Rick will always hold a very special place in my heart. I will always remember his great smile that could light up any room. Peace be with him and with the entire family.
Thomas Stark
June 5, 2005
May God Bless and watch over this loving family in this time of mourning and grief for the loss of this loved one. He will be missed by all. We'll miss his advice and conversations online.
Penny
June 5, 2005
I'm shocked and so sorry. God bless you all.
Amy
June 5, 2005
My sincerest condolences to Rick's family.
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