The resolution honors the life and contributions of John Wilbur Galloway Sr., a former mayor of Beeville, who passed away on July 21, 2025, at the age of 85. Born in Beeville in 1939, Galloway was actively involved in community affairs from a young age and managed Galloway & Sons Funeral Home for over five decades. His tenure as mayor during the 1970s and '80s was marked by significant infrastructure improvements, including the construction of essential facilities such as a fire station, city hall, and a water treatment plant, as well as the development of a 200-acre park and the Bee County Coliseum.

In addition to his political service, Galloway was deeply engaged in various local organizations, including the Kiwanis Club and the Boy Scouts of America, and he contributed to youth development through coaching Little League and founding initiatives like Bids for Kids. The resolution expresses condolences to his family, including his wife, children, grandchildren, and other relatives, and acknowledges the lasting impact of his kindness, humor, and dedication to the Beeville community. An official copy of the resolution will be prepared for his family, and the Texas Senate will adjourn in his memory.