Dr. Leo A. Galloway
1921-2012
Dr. Leo A. Galloway, 90, St. Joseph, Missouri died Sunday, February 19, 2012 at a local healthcare facility.
He was born April 13, 1921 to David Thomas and Anna H. (Henke) Galloway in Fullerton, Nebraska. He served his country during World War II in the U.S. Air Force. Leo earned a Master’s Degree at the University of Oklahoma, and received his Ph.D. from Texas Tech University.
He married Ruth Dunbar June 6, 1954.
Dr. Galloway was a Professor of Biology teaching at Scotia, Nebraska High School, Amarillo Texas Junior College and Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph. During his career, Dr. Galloway described and named a new species of endangered plant known as the “Large Fruited Sand Verbena”. He contributed information to a 12 volume set of books, “Flora (plants) of North America.”
He was a member of Savannah First Baptist Church; a member of Phi Beta Kappa; Past President of Texas Panhandle Audubon Society; and Director of Missouri Audubon Society. Dr. Galloway was an avid bicyclist and birdwatcher.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Mildred Hilder.
Survivors: his wife; sister, Betty Bennett (Walter); brother-in-law, Wayne Hilder; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services: 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, Savannah First Baptist Church, Savannah, Missouri. Entombment Memorial Park Mausoleum. The Family will receive friends 12:00 Noon to 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, Savannah First Baptist Church, Savannah, Missouri. Dr. Galloway will be removed from Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory to arrive at the church one hour prior to the service. The Family suggests memorial gifts to Missouri Western State University Scholarship Fund for Biology Majors.
Ruth,
I am so sorry to hear of Leo’s passing. I always enjoyed having Leo at the quilt shop. My dad was the only other man I ever taught quilting to. His name comes up frequently among us quilters. We all admired his goal setting abilities and his beautiful quilts.
Jo Herpel & Angie Myers
Dear Ruth,
Just heard the news that our loving Lord called Leo home to eternal rest. May his soul rest in peace and our Lord wrap his loving arms around you. I have so many fond memories of the two of you on Biking Across Kansas, which I will never forget.
Looking forward to seeing him again some day in Heaven.
Dear Ruth,
So sorry to hear about Leo. Every time I pass the Herbarium collection at MWSU I think of him. You are in our thoughts.
Tom Rachow
Biology Dept
MWSU
I am very sorry to read of Dr. Galloway’s passing. I had the pleasure to taking one of his classes at MWSU years ago and he even took us on a trip to Colorado as part of the class. It is one of my fondest memories. I also remembering seeing him cycling on 371 Hwy. My prayers and condolences to all of his family.
Ruth. Among bikers and biologists Leo was a rara avis — but you already knew that. We have fond memories of “Ruth and Leo” from BAK. Now Leo will have eternal tailwinds and can trumpet “On your left!” to the high heavens.
Dr. Galloway,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I never had the pleasure of taking one of your husband’s classes, but as an English major, I can tell you that your smile, encouragement and warmth meant a great deal to me. Take care and may God bless you, now and always.
Dear Ruth, I know know you will miss him, you are my ideal of the perfect couple. He was the best lab teacher on earth, sorry I didn’t have him for lecture. Went many a mile with him on the bikes, always a great companion. I remember the ghost rider and his lady as I ride. God Bless!
Dear Ruth,
I am so sorry to hear of Leo’s passing. He was such a hardy man! I never imagined this would happen. I hope you know that Leo was a tremendous force in my life, and I will cherish his love of life and nature forever. My thoughts are with you.
Dr. Galloway, Leo was an excellent teacher to all his students. He instilled, in his students, discipline and knowledge of biology. He is in Heaven naming plants and listening to birds calling to him. We will meet again and continue to learn of life from the professor of biology.
We are very sorry to learn of Leo’s passing. We remember you both as you
joined the travels of BAK with our daughter, Sherry McKee from Salina.
We hope you find comfort knowing Leo
is in the loving hands of our dear
Lord and enjoying his heavenly reward.
Very Sincerely,
John and Pat Johannes
Manhattan, Kansas
Very sorry to hear of Dr Galloway’s passing. I had him for my biology class at MWSU in the 70s and liked and respected him. My condolences to you at this difficult time.
I’m sorry for your loss. I knew Leo from Biking Across Kansas and he was a true inspiration for the younger riders.
Sincerely,
Laryl Rous
Our prayers are with you.
Uncle Leo inspired us to be curious about the world, follow our passions, take joy in learning, and embrace who we are.
Thank-you, Uncle Leo! You will not be forgotten!