Mr. Raymond Joseph Galloway Sr.

Raymond Joseph Galloway, Sr., was born on July 31, 1931, in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, New York, to Alice Hoben and William Galloway.

He graduated from St. Leonard's Academy in Brooklyn where he was taught, among other things, beautiful penmanship. He entered the U.S. Air Force in 1951 and served his country for 4 years. In 1952 he spent a year in Korea during the Korean War where his assignment was Logistics. He was then employed by Trans Caribbean Airways in 1955 where he was an Operations Manager/Dispatcher. He worked there for 16 years until American Airlines bought Trans Caribbean. He continued as a Dispatcher for American and was employed there for 22 years He received a number of awards through the "Ideas in Action" program. He earned the nickname "The Commander." He retired in 1993 with a total of 37 years of service.

On April 27, 1957, Ray married the love of his life, Katharine Ann Delaney. God gifted them with two children, Raymond Joseph Jr and Bernadette Katharine. Ray and Kay were married for 34 years until Katharine passed away in 1991.

In 1966, they moved to Massapequa Park, New York where they became parishioners of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic church. He became a member of the Knights of Columbus, Our Lady of the Island, Council 6911, where he served as Deputy Grand Knight and was bestowed a Lifetime Honorary Member. The 4th of July was one of his favorite holidays and his patriotic spirit was celebrated when he marched in the parade with the Knights of Columbus and hosted a big pool party. In 1980, American transferred Ray and his family to the DFW area of Texas. They joined St. Michael's Catholic church in Bedford. He was active in the "Respect for Life" group and was very devoted to saying the Rosary. He once went to California to help fly an infant to Texas for adoption. He was also instrumental in raising funds to assist with building of the Sanctuary and Chapel at St. Michael's Catholic Church. He was very generous in sharing his time, talents and treasure and stood as a wonderful example for us all.

He had a swimming pool and welcomed everyone in the neighborhood to enjoy it. Soon it became known as "Papa's pool".

He had a wonderful smile and was a good listener. He loved his family dearly and will be greatly missed.

Ray, Dad, Papa, may God lift you up on eagle's wings and hold you in the palm of His hand.

If we could ask him just one question about Heaven, I'm sure he would answer with his typical "Fantastic!"

We love you and miss you. We rejoice knowing that you are resting in peace, as you are now reunited with Kay and celebrating Christmas in the presence of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Raymond is survived by:

Daughter, Bernadette Katharine Norman and her husband Weldon Norman of Bedford TX. Son, Raymond Joseph Galloway Jr of Fort Worth, Grandchildren, Katharine E Norman and husband Dex Norman of Grapevine, TX. Patrick J Norman of Bedford, TX. Brendan L Norman of Bedford TX and great grandchildren, Ari, Hava and Isaac Norman of Grapevine, TX.

Brother,William (Billy) Galloway of Brooklyn, New York.

Sister, Kathleen Drennan of Bedford, TX

He was preceded in death by his parents Alice and William Galloway,

Sisters Gloria Kane and Muriel Olson of New York and brothers John Galloway and Charles Galloway of New York.

A visitation for Mr. Galloway will be held Sunday, December 19, 2021 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home. A funeral mass will occur Monday, December 20, 2021 at 10:00 AM at St. Michael Catholic Church, 3713 E Harwood Rd, Bedford, TX 76021. A committal service will follow at Bluebonnet Hills Memorial Park.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.bluebonnethills.com for the Galloway family.

If you wish to send flowers in honor of Mr. Galloway, please contact Lilium Floral Design at 817-589-1566 or http://www.liliumflorals.com.

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Please enjoy the following songs as you watch the video tribute, as they were Raymond's favorite:

- In the Mood by Glenn Miller

- My Way by Frank Sinatra

- When Irish Eyes are Smiling by Bing Crosby

- Fly me to the Moon by Frank Sinatra

- Smile by Jimmy Durante

- You'll Never Walk Alone by Andrea Bocelli

- Let it Be by The Beatles

- Sweet Caroline by Neil Diamond

- Somewhere Over the Rainbow by Judy Garland

- Piano Man by Billy Joel