Michael Gallegos
Michael Gallegos
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Michael Gallegos Sr., age 81, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 10, 2025. Michael is survived by his children, daughter, Sarah Gallegos and husband, Richard Tafoya and son, Michael Gallegos; grandchildren, Jamaa, Michael Angelo, and Felicia; great-grandchildren, Lilith and Jessie; brother Danny Garcia. He was preceded in death by his wife, Valentina Gallegos. Michael served his country proudly in the United States Army, during the Vietnam Era where he was honorably discharged. Pallbearers will be Michael Angelo Gallegos, Richard Tafoya, Kyle Fastnacht, Michael Gallegos Jr., Ivan Garcia, and Matthew Gonzalez. The services for Michael are pending.
1000 Old Coors Drive SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121
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