Milo E. Galloway, prominent citizen of Pleasant Hill and Pike County, died suddenly Tuesday morning at 8:30 o’clock, of a heart attack,(hand written was 1936). He had been in failing health for some time. He was 57 years of age; was a son of the late A. L. Galloway of Pleasant Hill and brother of Mrs. Alvin Brant of this city and Supervisor Mayo Galloway of Pleasant Hill. Mr. Galloway, at the time of his death was extensively engaged in farming, for many years, however, he was in the general mercantile business in Pleasant Hill, part of that time in partnership was his brother, Mayo. He was active in church affairs, being affiliated with the Methodist church, and although not a minister was called upon to officiate at many funerals. Politically he was a republican, was prominent in party circles, and had served as chairman of the county central committee of that party. He was a man to whom many went to for advice and will be sadly missed in his home community and vicinity. He is survived by his wife, who prior to their marriage was Daisy Ladow of Pleasant Hill, and a daughter, Mrs. May Woodworth of Bloomington. Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the M. E. church in Pleasant Hill.

Milo E. Galloway, son of A. L. and Marie E. Galloway, was born near Pleasant Hill, Illinois, February 12, 1878 and departed this life at his home in Pleasant Hill, January 1, 1936 at the age of 57 years, 10 months and 23 days. He was married to Daisy V. LaDow April 5, 1899, and to this union was born a son, Truman A, and a daughter, Mary E. Woodworth. He also had a sister, Carrie L. Brant; a brother, Mayo L. Galloway; a half-brother, H. Lyman Galloway and two half-sisters, Anna P. Yokem and Minnie L. DeCamp, the last three having preceded him in death. He leaves to mourn their loss, his widow, daughter, sister, and brother and a host of relatives and friends. Mr. Galloway was a good citizen. He was deeply interested and active in all matters pertaining to the good of this community. His last active interest in community affairs was his work in the Men's Service Club where he was always ready to assist in the worthy causes sponsored by this organization. He gave freely of his time and influence to further all good and proper plans for civic betterment. He was interested in good schools, having served on the school board, the temperance movement, good roads and general civic improvement. This community is better for his having lived. He was a faithful friend. He spent his entire life in this community and his friendships were broad and impartial. He gave freely of his time and counsel in the service of others. He realized quickly where his hands could help lift the burdens of others and his eyes saw where he could assist in time of trouble and distress. It may be as truly said of him as has been said of another, "were every one to whom he did some loving service to bring a blossom to his grave he would sleep tonight beneath a wilderness of flowers."
Mr. Galloway united in early manhood with the Methodist Church of Pleasant Hill, under the pastorate of Rev. Barton. He served his church faithfully and well, filling the office of Sunday School Superintendent for many years, the teacher of a large Men's Bible Class and church treasurer. His interest in religious matters was not confined to the church of which he was a member but extended to the churches of other denominations. While he was not in the active ministry, yet he was called upon many times to render ministerial services and officiate at funerals. From early manhood until death called him he served with zeal, and pleasure and faithfulness the God whom he loved so well.