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GALLEGOS -- Manuel Gallegos, 75, a loving and generous husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died on Saturday, January 6, 2007 after a five year battle with cancer. He was born on April 28, 1931, and he lived a full and joyous life. After graduating from Albuquerque High School in 1950, he enlisted in the Air Force and retired after 22 years of service. Manny (General Patton) is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Betty Gallegos of the family home; sons, Gary Gallegos of Sarasota, FL, David Gallegos and wife, Patricia of Nogal, NM, Craig Gallegos and wife, Maria of Albuquerque, daughter, Maria-Elena Gallegos and fiance, Russ Jellison of Albuquerque, NM; six grandchildren, Melani, Isaiah, Adrianna, Gabriel, Sarah, and David; four great-grandchildren, Andrew, Dayl, Matthew, and Daytona; sisters, Carmel and Lucy; and many numerous nieces, nephews, and many dear friends. Manny is preceded in death by his parents; one brother; one sister; and granddaughter, Michelle Gallegos. He enjoyed doing many activities and visiting with family and friends. Mr. Gallegos was a member of Oasis Family Church (4800 Lomas Blvd. NE) where Services will be held on Thursday January 11, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. Following will be a memorial reception at the Albuquerque Garden Center, 10120 Lomas Blvd. NE. The family would like to thank all the cancer doctors and nurses from Lovelace Medical Center and University of New Mexico Hospital for all their wonderful care and support. We could not have done it without you. He is deeply loved and will be missed dearly. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 275-3500
        Published on: Thu January 11, 2007