Hollis Conel Galloway

Hollis C. Galloway, age 79, was born on January 26, 1947 in Bogalusa (Isabel community), Washington Parish, Louisiana and he passed away peacefully on August 6, 2026 in Gretna, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana.

Hollis shared 56 wonderful years of marriage with the love of his life, Rose Lyons Galloway. Together they built a family rooted in love, faith, hard work and devotion.

He leaves behind his beloved wife, Rose; his children, Anne Gil (Michael) of Greenwell Springs, Ted Galloway (Shawnda) of Harvey and Ricky Galloway (Kellie) of Picayune. He was a proud and devoted Papa to his seven granddaughters, Taylor, Leah, Sarah, Paige, Mia, Myka and Mya, each of whom brought him endless joy and pride.

Hollis is also survived by his siblings, Elzie B. Galloway, Jr., Rozella Nastasi (Wayne), Vera Mae Nastasi and Richard Galloway (Sherrill); in laws, Pauline Landry (Dennis), Vergie Weems (Mitchell), Ruby Lyons, Howard Pruitt and David DeArmond, Sr., as well as many dear friends whose lives he touched in countless ways.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Elzie “Big John” Galloway and Vera Galloway; his beloved little sister, Linda Faye; and his in laws, Lynda Sue Galloway, Mike Nastasi, Thomas Lyons, Jr., Dianna Pruitt, Jack and Kathy Lyons, Sylvia and Wayne Selvage, Rodney Lyons and Star DeArmond.

Hollis was a hardworking man with an unwavering work ethic. He owned and operated Rose’s Lawn Care on the Westbank. He was also a skilled welder and pipefitter, a longtime member of Local 60 and proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army.

To those who knew him, Hollis was much more than his accomplishments. Whether you called him Hollis, Dad or Papa, he was the kind of man who never hesitated to lend a helping hand. If something needed fixing, he could fix it. If someone needed help, he was the first to show up. His generosity, kindness, wisdom and quiet strength left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him.

In his later years, Hollis dedicated his life to serving Jehovah God. His faith became the foundation of his life, and he found great peace and purpose in it. He lived with humility, compassion and love for his family and his community.

When he wasn’t working or helping others, Hollis found happiness in life’s simple pleasures. He loved feeding the ducks, fish and turtles along the canal, spending time in his garden, tinkering with projects around the house and enjoying the outdoors. His hands were rarely still, and his heart was always full.

Though his absence leaves an immeasurable void, the love he gave, the lessons he taught, and the memories he created will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

“His greatest legacy was not the work he did with his hands, but the love he gave with his heart.”

A memorial service celebrating Hollis’s life will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses at a later date.