Eugene Joseph Galus, Sr. Charleston - Eugene Joseph Galus, Sr., 87, of Charleston, South Carolina, husband of Olive Ann "Babe" Greenwood Galus entered into eternal rest Tuesday, August 27, 2019. His Funeral Service will be held Saturday, September 7, 2019 in James Island Baptist Church, 2023 Wappoo Drive at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery with American Legion Honors. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Downtown Chapel. Gene was born July 18, 1932 in Toledo, Ohio, son of the late Joseph Galus and the late Adela Kielb Galus. He served in the United States Navy and the United States Army. He was the owner of Waterville Pizza Shoppe for 6 years and was employed by Interstate Trucking for 27 years and employed by Roper Hospital for 10 years. Eugene was a member of American Legion Post #147, The Teamsters Union and the James Island Baptist Church. He was an avid golfer and photographer most of his adult life, was a proud veteran, a dedicated family man and Christian, and proud of his Polish heritage. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Olive Ann "Babe" Galus; daughter, Candice L. Brown of Johns Island, SC; son, Eugene J. "Joe" Galus (Janet) of Seabrook Island, SC; step-daughter, Lynda Glover (Norty) of Charleston, SC; step-son, Paul Vander Vliet (Joy) of Levittown, PA; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren and a host of beloved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Justin Allen Brown; brothers: Stanley Rucki and William Rucki; and sisters: Isabel Ortyl and Sophie Poskarbiewicz. Memorials may be made to James Island Baptist Church, 2023 Wappoo Drive, James Island, SC 29412 or Charleston Animal Society, 2455 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC 29406. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Aug. 30 to Aug. 31, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Eugene Galus

8 Entries

Carloma "C" & Tony Gordon

September 14, 2019

Our condolences to Gene's Family. He was the sweetest most gentle soul, a wonderful neighbor and friend. He is missed, but most of all he was loved. Rest in Peace our dear Friend.

September 12, 2019

Babe and Family,

So sorry to hear about the passing of Gene. He was such a gentle man. I got to meet Gene when he worked at Roper and saw him often when visiting Walmart. Him and Babe were neighbors of a cousin of mine for a while also. Take care Babe and family and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Elise Cromwell

Tom Smith

September 3, 2019

Joe, so Sorry to hear of your fathers passing. My deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jessica Cumbee

August 31, 2019

Gene was a wonderful veteran and friend. He will be missed by all of us who knew and loved him. Babe, my prayers are with you and all the family. Much love, Jess.

Sandra Hensley

August 30, 2019

Uncle Gene was my favorite uncle and first crush, On Christmas he would come to our house on Beaumont Street in North Toledo where we lived across from grandma and grandpa, and sit down on the floor and play with our toys with us. Later when he would come home on leave from the military, he would bring gifts, an alligator head purse for Sophie and Isabel, and silk pajamas for me. As an adult he remained my favorite, listening to my troubles and giving history of the problem and sound advice. Later years we were distant in miles but communicated by cards and phone calls. We came to visit one year and played golf. As we moved hole to hole, I kept leaving a club behind. He joked that by the time we got to the end of the course, I had an empty bag. He was always quick with his wit, and had that explosive laugh I will never forget.
I am so thankful he was aware when I came to visit and managed a joke or two, asking how I got my cousin Mickey on the plane! He knew flying was not Micks favorite thing to do. Our world was a funnier place with you in our life.
I will never forget you Unk. I am sure your mom and dad, Toto and Izzy were waiting for you with a cold beer and a kick in the pants!

Alice T. Hilyer

August 30, 2019

In my thoughts and prayers for Babe and all of family. God's peace and strength.

Sandra Hensley

August 30, 2019

RIP Uncle

Debra Riedel

August 29, 2019

I met Gene and Babe at church and at Walmart JI years ago both precious people

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