Memorials, Death - Howard Galyon -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Ken Yager

The bill memorializes and honors Howard Galyon of Harriman for his public service, faith, and family life.

Transmitted to Governor for action.

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Basic Information

Type: Senate Joint Resolution (honorary memorial)

Sponsor: Sen. Ken Yager (primary); co-sponsor listed as Yager in document

Jurisdiction: Tennessee

Date Filed: 2026-04-20

Title: Memorials, Death – Howard Galyon – Harriman

Purpose: To honor and memorialize the life and public service of Howard Galyon of Harriman, Tennessee.

1) Main Purpose and Intent

The resolution expresses formal honor and remembrance for Howard Galyon, highlighting his character, public service, and personal life.

It acknowledges Galyon as a respected public servant and a person of faith and family devotion.

The document aims to recognize his contributions and to convey the General Assembly’s sympathy to his family and friends.

2) Key Provisions and Changes

Honoring Language: The resolution memorializes Howard Galyon and reflects on his integrity, probity, compassion, loyalty, and dedication.

Biographical Highlights: It provides a brief biographical sketch:

Born July 26, 1930
Served in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II
Longtime employee of Mead Corporation (until its closure)
Enjoyed woodworking and generosity (giving away his creations)
Active Baptist faith and family-centered life
Survived by daughter Carolyn “Tikey” Vought, son Larry Eugene Galyon, and eight grandchildren plus a great-grandchild
Preceded in death by his wife Mae Humphreys Galyon, his son Mike Galyon, parents, and siblings

Congratulatory Provisions: The resolution expresses sympathy to family and friends.

Formal Copy Provision: It directs that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared, with a specific formatting instruction regarding omission of a certain clause from the copy prepared for presentation.

3) Affected Parties

Primary Beneficiary: Howard Galyon’s family and friends

General Assembly: The Tennessee Senate and House of Representatives (concurrence required) as it is a memorial resolution.

Public/Constituents: Citizens of Harriman, and the broader community recognizing public service and life of the honoree.

4) Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Status: Filed for introduction on 2026-04-20

Nature: Non-binding ceremonial resolution that memorializes a private individual’s legacy; typically adopted to publicly honor a distinguished citizen.

Action Path: For final passage, the bill would advance through the usual legislative process for concurrent resolutions and be adopted by both chambers.

5) Notable Details

The document includes a conventional tribute language praising Galyon’s character, faith, and family values.

It does not create or modify any substantive law, fiscal obligations, or regulatory requirements.

The memorial culminates with a formal expression of condolences and an instruction regarding the copying format of the resolution.

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