James Marvin Galloway

James “Jim” Marvin Galloway, 92, went to meet with his glorious Savior on August 20. He was a Christian, husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, a veteran of WWII and Korean War, poet, writer, and friend to all. He was born in Lynch, KY, July 26, 1927.

He was preceded in death by his parents: William L. “Chief” Galloway and Alta Miller Galloway; wife of 37 years, Gail Conrad Galloway; and son, Samuel Perry Galloway.

He is survived by brother, William Galloway, Knoxville; sons, Brian Waldschlager (Stephanie) Knoxville; Paul Waldschlager (Kristi), Knoxville; Jason Galloway, Knoxville; daughter, Dr. Michelle Galloway Burke (Chris), Smyrna, TN. Grandchildren: Meghan, Isaac, Jacob, Rowan, Kierra, Aidan, Meghan, Jennifer, Patrick, Cathy, Josh; Great-grandchildren: Reaves.

A sharp-dressed man, world traveler and lover of mankind; He was a veteran of two wars: WWII in U.S. Coast Guard and served in the Korean War with the U.S. Army; Purple heart and Bronze star recipient; Received two Presidential citations, one from President Harry S. Truman and a citation from the President of South Korea.

Over 40 years as an employee of ORNL and owner of Galloway’s Lakeside Properties with acreage in three states and seven counties; Developer and architect of Miracle Muscle Management system known world-wide for its healthy benefit; Probably the most solid 92-year old in the world – solid as a rock ; A published author of over 400 poems and a recipient of two Editor’s Choice Awards; Never met a stranger and thought by many to be known as a true Southern Gentleman.

The family will receive friends at Grace Baptist Church Thursday, August 22, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. followed by graveside service on Friday, August 23, at 1 p.m., at Sherwood Memorial Garden, Alcoa, with Military Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Cross Ministries, Box 7344, Knoxville, TN 37921 or Grace Baptist Church.