Todd Merlin Galloway
July 13, 1955 - March 11, 2021
Obituary
BROOKLYN - Todd M. Galloway, age 65, of Brooklyn, passed away on Thursday, March 11, 2021, after a long and courageous battle with heart disease. He was born on July 13, 1955, in Indianapolis, Ind., to Edwin and Mary (Zillmer) Galloway.
After being lovingly raised by his grandparents, Ernest and Elizabeth Zillmer in Janesville, Wis., Todd graduated from Janesville Parker High School in 1974.
Todd met his forever sweetheart, Darlene Nelson, in the spring of 1994 and they married a year later. Todd had a long and fulfilling career of 40 years. He worked as a supervisor in thermoforming and design where he earned several awards for his thermoform designs. He later worked in machining and fabrication as well as property maintenance before his declining health caused him to retire.
Todd was an avid sportsman and loved hunting, fishing, gardening and visiting with his friends. He loved the Packers and Badgers football and the Brewers. He cherished the time he spent with his family. He will be remembered for being the funniest and most amazing Grampa. He was the salt of the earth and his memory will always be cherished in the hearts of his family and friends.
Todd is survived by his wife, Darlene; daughter, Christy Fingerson; sons, Greg Galloway and Trent (Snjezana) Fingerson; seven grandchildren; brother, Rick Galloway; and two sisters, Jan Marietta and Claudine Galloway. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents; and two brothers, Edwin Galloway and Gary Galloway.
A memorial service will be held at GUNDERSON OREGON FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 1150 Park St., Oregon, at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 23, 2021. A visitation will be held at the funeral home from 2 p.m. until the time of the service on Tuesday. Due to COVID-19 guidelines, only 80 people are allowed into the funeral home at one time. Social distancing and face masks will be required.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. Please share your memories at www.gundersonfh.com
Events
Visitation
Tue Mar 23, 2021 @ 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM CDT
Gunderson Oregon Funeral & Cremation Care • 1150 Park St., Oregon, WI 53575
Funeral Service
Tue Mar 23, 2021 @ 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Oregon Funeral & Cremation Care • 1150 Park St., Oregon, WI 53575
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Memories
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Marijean Trew
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I met Todd at one of Jenna's birthday parties years ago. I've known him to be very funny and witty. Kind and smart. He was a man who shared his thoughts honestly and brought laughter to any place he was. He loved his granddaughter Jenna with his whole heart. I will remember his laugh, his smile and his spirit. I will miss you Todd. All my love to Darlene, Christy, Jenna and Anthony.
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Mike Brown
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To Darlene and family, Susie and I want to express our deepest sympathies to the family of Todd Galloway. We will always remember the good times we had with you and Todd on the Madison lakes on our pontoon boat. Only time and memories will help heal the pain. God bless the family and rest in peace Todd, you are finally out of pain. Mike and Sue Brown
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sharmangalloway@gmao;.com
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Greg and Darlene, we are so sorry for Todd's passing. He was such a nice man abd that voice of his always sounded happy. The last time we spoke to Todd he was in the hospital,had just had several litres if fluid drained from his heart and lungs but even with all that going on which would drag most people down, he sounded upbeat nd talked about going home and his friends building him a wheel chair ramp. Todd will be missed by many, nay he rest in peace and may you find comfort in your memories of this kind man. Rick and Sharman Galloway
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Mindy Kline
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Darlene, Christy & Family, I am so sorry to hear of Todd’s passing. Todd was such a gentle soul and he will be missed deeply by many. Sending love, hugs and prayers to all of you. Mindy & Brent Kline