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Eileen Gallegos Obituary
Eileen Gallegos was born and raised in Peña Blanca, NM. She was married to Leo Gallegos for 65 years. She loved him deeply and they were everything to each other. Eileen leaves behind her daughter Diane and her husband Frank; sons Robert and his wife Theresa, and Pat and his wife Zina. Collectively, Eileen had 7 amazing grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; and 3 great-great grandchildren. Eileen loved and was close to her sister Mary, and brothers Frankie and Herman.
Eileen loved, valued, and respected Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church; she loved line dancing with her friends and family members; she always enjoyed gardening and sharing fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini and apples with everyone. She loved to travel to many places but her favorites were Mexico and Branson, Missouri.
Her legacy is one of unwavering loyalty, steadfast commitment, and unconditional love. This legacy was woven into the fabric of all who she loved and cherished the most. Eileen may not be present in body, but her spirit and legacy will be seen in her family for generations to come.
A viewing will be held at Alameda Mortuary on Monday, October 13, 2025 from 3:00PM to 5:00PM. Funeral services and pending and will be announced once they are confirmed.
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