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Memories and Condolences
for Julio Gallardo
Robert Serrano YHS Class Of `75
June 29, 2023
I met Julio in German 1 class when he was a Freshman at YHS and I was a Sophomore. At the time, he was only 5´9´ or so and nice as can be but also quite unassuming.
Though we never shared a classroom again, I kept up with him throughout high school. He had a growth spurt his Junior year and began excelling on the hardwood. He shot up to 6´6" his Senior year and was unstoppable. Teams would double and triple team him, yet he managed to achieve all-district 2-AAAA and The El Paso Times City Player of The Year in 1976! Through all that, he remained the same unassuming, polite guy as ever. He never lost his temper even with 2 or 3 players draped all over him.
Rest In Eternal Peace, Julio - and than you for these wonderful memories I carry with me to this day.
OnceAnIndianAlwaysAnIndian
Keith Andrew
February 9, 2023
Julio Gallardo as a basketball player was so talented. My brothers and I watched Julio in Christmas tournaments in Silver City NM where he was the best player on court by far. He was introduced to crowd with a cheerleader under each of his arms as the announcer would sing "Hooooooleeeo GUYardo" and then the fans would be in for a treat. Julio was the man!
Ricardo & Lydia Cano
February 11, 2022
We are always recalling Julio's great personality and sense of humor. He is truly missed
Keith Andrew aka Kid NM
September 20, 2021
Julio Gallardo was the best coolest basketball player to come out of El Paso. He dominated the Christmas tournament in Silver City and came out on court during warm ups with perfect hair and a cheerleader under each arm. RIP to the ultimate basketball player.
Ricardo and Lydia Cano
February 7, 2021
Years have passed and we continue to miss Julio and the great memories
Rocío Bernadac
March 18, 2011
Cada vez que lata mi corazón te estaré diciendo te quiero...
March 10, 2011
My condolences to all the Gallardo family. I know my friend Julio is pumping 3 pointers in Gods basketball court. Rest in peace. We all miss you. Rafa Palomar
Ray Rodriguez
March 9, 2011
My condolences to the family and friends.Thanks for the memories, the great games and ofcoarse, your friendship.. Descansa en paz mi hermano...
Jorge Leon
March 9, 2011
First of all , my condolences to the Gallardo family. Damn, "J" , its really sad knowing you are not in this world with us any longer.I want to thank you for all the advice you gave at an early age for me to become a better ball player and a better man.I will miss you. You will meet my sister in heaven as she had the pleasure of watching you play. I will be praying for you, Julio. Cuidate , Carnal! Que Dios te bendiga! Thanks for being a great freind.
March 2, 2011
Mi màs sincero pesame a la Fam. de Julio Gallardo, fuí compañero de equipo en los 80´ que descanse en Paz un gran amigo y excelente ser humano, Jesús Galván G. Zacapu, Mich.
Jean Pierre-Charles
February 28, 2011
En los anos 80s me toco jugar con Julio y guardo muy bellos recuerdos. A pesar de ser toda una estrella, buen jugador, certero canastero de larga distancia cuando no aun existian los 3 puntos, siempre fue alguien modesto y accesible, un buen companero. Mi mas sincero pesame a su familia y seres querridos.
Desde Canada
February 23, 2011
Julio was a gentle giant. My sincere
condolences to the family.
Jane Fowler
SAMUEL OLIVER
February 21, 2011
TIO U WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.U SPOKE ALOT WITH SAMANTHA ABOUT SCHOOL AND HER BASKETBALL GAMES,U ALSO STOOD BEHIND US AT MY FATHERS FUNERAL AND I THANK U FOR THAT.THANK YOU FOR BEING IN AND TOUCHING OUR LIVES.I AM SURE U WILL SEE MY DAD UP IN HEAVEN..
February 18, 2011
Mi mas sentido pesame para la familia Gallardo asi como para el basquetbol mexicano ya que Julio fue y sera una gran gloria mexicana en el basquet ,el sera siempre un gran pilar en la historia del basquetbol en cualquier equipo que jugo simpre dejo una huella de gran camaderia profesionalismo y de entrega ...por siempre Julio! TE RECORDAREMOS........!
miguel
February 17, 2011
Mr Gallardo, one of the best mexican players of all times in Mexico. I remember the 1987 CIMEBA championship game between Dorados and Puebla in Chihuahua. Julio Gallardo (playing with Puebla) was the best player that night cutting 6 straight Dorado's championships. God Bless you,
April Gallardo
February 17, 2011
Tio, I know I didn't visit you often, but you were always in my heart <3. You were and amazing basketball player and not because you were tall, but because you played with heart <3. Any NBA team would be lucky to have you. I wish I could have seen you play and I also wish you could have seen me play. As I continue to play basketball I hope I can play with as much heart as you have played with. Your up there playing Heaven's Team. And every shot I make or every block i do, just remember it's all for you. I love you <3
Michelle Gallardo
February 17, 2011
i will always miss you and i will always love you,you were the greatest person in the world<3
Melissa Osborne Jones
February 17, 2011
My sincerest condolences to the Gallardo family. May you find peace in knowing that Julio is no longer suffering. He was a great man and all my memories of him include laughter and smiles. God Bless you all!
Krystal Diaz
February 17, 2011
Uncle Juulio. I miss you in the house, I will always have you in my heart you were an amazing uncle and friend, i hope you rest in peace i love you<3
Pauline Mora
February 17, 2011
My sincerest condolences to the Gallaro Family. I use to lived accross the street from the Gallardo family growing up on Lancaster Dr.
DANNY JURADO
February 17, 2011
Julio, My brother, MAY GOD BLESS YOU ,It's a pleasure knowing you and always will be and I Thank you for claiming me as your friend. You never forgot your friends ,as I will never forget you. THANKS . Julio my boy, "ONCE AN INDIAN , ALWAYS AN INDIAN ",, My deepest condolences to the Gallardo Family, May GOD be with you..
Debbie Black
February 16, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Gallardo family. I remember Julio as a funny, brave man. We had alot of fun at Terri's salon. He will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.
Sergio Guerrero
February 16, 2011
My sincerest condolences to the Gallardo family. May Julio rest in peace and may the perpetual light shine upon him. While I did not personally know Juio I cannot forget how good a player he was in high school. My father used to be the head coach at Coronado in those days and he would stay up trying to come up with a defense to stop Julio from getting the easy basket. When I told my father the sad news this evening he remembered how good a player Julio was as well as a good sport who represented his community well. May our good Lord hold Julio in his hands and give you all peace. Vaya con Dios Julio.
Robert Beltran
February 16, 2011
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Julio's passing. As we all looked up to him here, so we will continue to do look up to a good and respected special friend. My condolences to his brother Frank, and the rest of the Gallardo family.
Cindi Tellez
February 16, 2011
My condolences to the Gallardo family. I loved hugging Julio, he was so tall. I have good good memories with Julio, Poncho, Alfredo, Eddie Estrada, Joe Saenz, Whitey, all the basketball players......GOD BLESS YOU JULIO....WHEN YOU SEE MY DAD IN HEAVEN TELL HIM I MISS HIM AND LOVE HIM!
Isaiah Rosario
February 16, 2011
I never knew Julio but as a fellow Ysleta Indian I hope to make the Ysleta Community as proud as he did. My thoughts and prayers are with the Gallardo Family.
Alma Ronquillo
February 16, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Julio's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you, God Bless You and may He comfort you at this time.
R Calzada
February 16, 2011
Condolences to friends and family,
After reading the obituary, he was indeed a special.
I recall watching Julio play against Riverside High in 1976! He was a great player. He put on a great show. Rest in peace.
Manny Mota
February 16, 2011
Ysleta will always remember our legendary basketball star. Rest in peace.
JOE GOMEZ
February 16, 2011
YOU WERE AN ICON IN MY EYES, PAVING THE WAY FOR ALL OF US WHO LOVE THE GAME AS MUCH AS YOU. I REMEMBER YOU SAYING I WAS THE BARRIO LARRY BIRD (AT ARMIJO)AND TELLING ME TO JUST PLAY MY GAME. YOU WILL BE MISSED...JOE GOMEZ
Rene Tirres
February 16, 2011
My family and I are so sorry to hear about Julio's passing. I always remembering literally and figuratively looking up to him during my baskerball days at Ysleta. May God help your family soften the sorrow you must feel.
February 16, 2011
My condolences to the Gallardo family and specially my friends Gilbert and Frank. God Bless Julio and may he rest in peace, Evaristo Villarreal, (Tampa, Florida).
Elizabeth Hernandez
February 16, 2011
My very sincere and deepest condolences to the family. Julio was a great man. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Margie Rubalcaba Olivarez
February 15, 2011
Our deepest condolences to the Gallardo family. May Julio rest in peace and our prayers are with you Julio and your family. At Ysleta High School he played ball with a pasion and he loved the sport . frm the Rubalcaba Family
jose j Villalva
February 15, 2011
To The Gallardo Family,
from the Villalva Family. Our deepest condolences. May GOD BLESS YOUR fAMILY in there time of grief.
Rudy Aguirre
February 15, 2011
My condolences to the Gallardo Family especially my friends Gilbert and Frank. I always enjoyed the times he would play ball with us at Pavo Real. God Bless Julio and all his family. May he rest in peace. Your friend, Rudy Aguirre
February 15, 2011
My condolences to the Gallardo family and especially my friends Gilbert and Frank. God Bless Julio and may he rest in peace. Your friend, Rudy Aguirre
Lorenzo & Imelda Sanchez
February 15, 2011
We would like to extend our condolences to the entire Gallardo family, in the loss of your brother Julio. You are in our prayers.
Primos
February 15, 2011
Memories are beautiful which we will all cherish in our own way. But when two people have memories in both their hearts the way we did, through thick and thin, I know Honey Bunny we will have them with us always and forever. God Bless You and go in Peace
David Bustillos
February 14, 2011
Our condolences to the Gallardo family from an old Bowie friend kept in touch while still in Ysleta. Remember together we stand at Life's Crossroads and view what we think is the end, but GOD has a much bigger vision and he tells us its only a bend. So rest and relax let God share your load. God Bless you Julio will be miss until we meet again...your Bro David B.
February 14, 2011
To the Gallardo Family,
My deepest condolences for your loss. May GOD be with you all!
Manny Aguilera
Priscilla Guevara-Palacios
February 14, 2011
I will treasure you in my heart forever and will greatly miss you. Thank you for all the precious memories and all the love you had for everyone. I love you tio!
Nancy Renee Monsivaiz
February 14, 2011
Tio Julio I will forever remember your smile...all the amazing memories you were the best uncle anyone could ask for...I love you so much..thank you for making me the person I am ... Nancy Renee
Rick / Yoli Valenzuela
February 14, 2011
Our deepest condolences. We wll miss you deeply. Thank you for all the great memories. Until we meet again. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Nadia Gallardo
February 14, 2011
Although you are not with us we carry your love and memories in our hearts forever. We miss you very much. Love you Nino <3
Alfonso(Poncho) Garcia
February 14, 2011
Julio,I still remember our times together in the best years of our lives.you and your family have always,and still will always be in my memories.I had always considered you as one of my best friends,even though we lost track of our frienship.my condoleses to your family.Julio my friend i will see you in the next life ,your brother and friend always
Rebecca Hall
February 13, 2011
I love you tio... thank you for all the beautiful memories and advice...
Ricardo Cano
February 13, 2011
To The Gallardo Family,
We send our deepest condolences for your loss. Julio was such a kind, funny and generous man whom we spent many times with in his and Terri's home. We are saddened of his passing and will miss him forever.
Love Uncle Richard(Bobo) and Aunt Lidge
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