JOEL D. GALLOWAY

Joel was born on July 11, 1936, in Carroll, Iowa, the son of Benjamin McFadden and Rose Agnus (McGowan) Galloway. On August 1, 1964, in Clear Lake, Iowa, he married his best friend and love of his life, Janice Ellen Galloway, who preceded him in death on February 8, 2023. A proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, Joel volunteered to serve during the Korean War period_an early sign of his integrity and courage. He oen described himself as a “Depression Era Baby,” living a life rooted in humility, practicality, and sel ssness, always with a sense of humor. He was a leader of competence, character, and courage, leading by example, always guided by a strong moral compass and deep patience. Joel’s unwavering support for those in need re cted the empathy and dignity that shaped every part of his life.

Joel’s love for family led him down the path of education, versus numerous industry opportunities. Aer completion of schooling, including his PhD at the University of Illinois, he and Jan struck out for Corvallis, where he served as Department Head of Engineering at Oregon State University, maintaining a professional career and hobby farm. Raising 4-H animals alongside his children, he instilled in them the values of hard work, responsibility, and care for living things. He was also a writer and published author of Peephole, a novel about a spy in his hometown during wartime. His passion for storytelling began early_he proudly earned _rst place in the sixth-grade Li_le Penmanship Contest, his _rst of many accomplishments.

A respected educator and innovator, Joel served as Dean Emeritus of the College of Technology at Ferris State University, 1936 ~ 2025

where he helped guide the school’s transformation from Ferris College to Ferris State University. His visionary leadership brought industry and education together, shaping programs that prepared students to meet real-world needs. Aer retirement from FSU, he served as an industrial liaison for the University of Michigan and served as the Director of Charter Schools for the State of Michigan by request of Governor Engler.

Aer a remarkable career, Joel retired to Northport with Janice, where they found joy in life’s simple pleasures_sailing the Great Lakes, watching birds, spending time with family, and always enjoying a good, inexpensive scotch at the end of the day.

Joel is survived by his three children, John (Patricia) Galloway, Anne (Larry) Anderson, and Ma_hew Galloway; his cherished dog, Howitzer “Howie”; his sisters, Sarah (Neil) Kruse and Judy (Tom) Peterson; and _ve grandchildren, Shauna, Connor, and Megan Galloway, and Megan and Kristina Anderson. He is also fondly remembered by the beloved family dogs_ Archie, Winston, Tracy, Daisy, Maggie, and Oakley_ and cat, Lenny.

He was preceded in death by his daughter Molly, loving wife of 58 years, Janice; brothers Alvin and Bill Galloway; sister Rosanne Phillips; and his parents, Benjamin and Rose Galloway.

A celebration of Joel’s life will be held at Hemlock Park Pavilion on Sunday, May 18th, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. with a luncheon to follow. Please bring your stories to share.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the National Diabetes Association or the National Kidney Foundation.

Please share condolences and memories with Joel’s family at www.martinson.info. Arrangements are with the Martinson Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Leelanau.