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Obituary for GALLEGOS


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Wednesday March 18, 2009

Don Gabriel Gallegos, 25, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2009. Don was born January 18, 1984 the son of Adelio and Geraldine Montoya Gallegos in Las Vegas, New Mexico. Don was an affectionate son. He cherished spending time with his daughter. He loved and was loved by his niece and nephews. He was a loving, giving brother. Don was an extraordinarily compassionate person who loved with his whole heart and was loved the same way. Don brought joy to everyone who KNEW him. He loved sports; playing basketball with friends; running with Mal; swimming; and he enjoyed camping too. He loved spending an afternoon with his nephews wrestling and having fun. Don treated his daughter and niece like princesses and instilled in them how to be treated with respect. He will be missed, but is resting in peace in the Presence of God and filled with immense peace, forgiveness and healing. His memory will live on until we meet again. Don was preceded in death by one sister, Rachel Gallegos. He is survived by his parents, Adelio and Geraldine; daughter, Angel Gallegos; sister and brother-in-law, Margaret and Gus; brother, Adelio Gallegos, Jr.; niece, Rachel; nephews, Marcos and Gabriel; lifetime companion, Malerie; godparents, Jake and Mary Lou Lucero; and many other loving and cherished family members and friends. Private Services will be held. Pallbearers are Adelio Gallegos, Jr., Gus Mendez, Mario Montoya, Will Gallegos, Tony Montoya, Mario Murillo, Jonathan Lewis, and Luis Chavez. Arrangements are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Sara Road Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124