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1936
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2025
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Josie Gallegos Obituary
Born on November 10, 1936, in St. Johns to Solomon and Juanita Duran, Josie was raised in Winslow, where she attended school and later met the love of her life. On December 2, 1955, she married Max G. Gallegos, and together they built a home in Holbrook where they raised their family.
Josie held deep faith as an active member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Holbrook, where she once taught catechism. In her youth, she proudly worked as a Harvey Girl at the historic La Posada Hotel in Winslow-an experience she treasured throughout her life. She extended her generous spirit through involvement with the Special Olympics and as an active auxiliary member of the American Legion.
She leaves behind five children: Debbie Mcwhinney; Patsy (Manny) Tafoya; Max (Deana) Gallegos; Annette Zalenski; and Renee (Phil) Poplawski.
A Rosary will be held at 9:30 a.m., followed by Mass at 10:00 a.m., on January 17 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Holbrook. Interment will follow at Holbrook Cemetery with a reception afterward at the Sala across from the church.
May Josie's memory remain a gentle light to all who knew her.
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Stephen & Yolanda Garcia
January 20, 2026
Debbie, we just learned your mother passed away and wanted to express our condolences to you. May God give you comfort through all the pleasant memories you have of your mother. May God bless you. Stephen & Yolanda Garcia (from Concho, Arizona and Belen, New Mexico)
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Sue Byers
January 16, 2026
Condolences to the family! So sorry for your loss of your beautiful momma.
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