Freddie Jose Gallegos

Freddie Jose Gallegos, 86, passed away on March 21, 2025. Freddie was preceded in death by his parents; Santiago and Delia Gallegos; son, David Gallegos; grandson, Aaron Lynch; brothers, Severito Gallegos, Jimmy Gallegos, Arturo (Genevieve) Gallegos, Luciano (Mary) Gallegos; sisters, Pilar (Ramon) Archuleta, Genoveva (Ernesto) Gallegos, and Andrea Gallegos; brothers-in-law, Ben Pacheco, Horacio Pacheco, Rubel Pacheco, Ricardo Pacheco, and Elton Curry; sister-in-law, Sofia Curry, and several other close relatives and friends.

Freddie is survived by his wife of sixty-six years, Nora Gallegos; sons, Patrick (Debbie) Gallegos, Sr., Jeffrey Gallegos, and Isaac Gallegos; daughters, Darlene Gallegos, and Brenda (Benevolence) Lowe; grandchildren, Erica (George Sr.) Lopez, Patrick Gallegos, Jr., Adrianna (Dennis) Lynch, Christian Lowe, Julie Gallegos, Jayleen Gallegos; great-grandchildren; Elijah Lopez, Nicholas Lopez, George Lopez Jr , Destiny Lynch, Angel Garcia, Adrian De La O, Francisco Baldonado, and Angelique Gallegos; He is also survived by other grandchildren who also brought joy to him. His sister, Cres (Leo) Sanchez), brother; Johnny (Esther) Gallegos, sisters-in-law; Lucy Pacheco and Emily Pacheco, and several other close relatives and friends.

Freddie was born on October 2, 1938, in El Guache, New Mexico. As a young man, he joined the National Guard where he served as a Military Policeman. Shortly after leaving the military, he met and married the love of his life, Nora Gallegos. Over the years, they were blessed with four sons and two daughters.

Freddie worked for many years at the Duke City Lumber Yard as a Security Guard. He also was a firefighter during fire season. Freddie was also very skilled at building rock walls and adobe homes. Freddie was a very friendly, outgoing person who made friends easily everywhere he went. He was a very faithful man who loved the Lord and would often share the gospel with anyone who was willing to listen.

Freddie's hobbies included playing the guitar. He enjoyed reminiscing about his time in the military. One of his favorite stories is when “Fats Domino” entertained the soldiers. Dad was elated as he loved these singers such as Chuck Berry, Hank Williams & Ernest Tub. He loved watching old western movies such as High Noon & Winchester. Dad also enjoyed reading the Bible, planting a vegetable garden, and cooking. He will always be remembered for his love of coffee, fresh tortillas, and green chile. He also made the tastiest, spiciest pot of green chile stew that the family enjoyed eating.

Dad will always be remembered for his unwavering dedication to his family and his quiet wisdom. As a father, he was always willing to help his sons and daughters in times of need.

He will be dearly missed and remembered by all who knew and loved him.

The family would like to thank the staff at Espanola Hospice for the care and concern given to our beloved father in his final days, the DeVargas Funeral Home staff for their professionalism and handling of burial, and to all who have shown love and support during this difficult time of loss. The family asks that, in his memory, take a moment to cherish your loved ones and hold them close.

A Private Memorial was held at DeVargas Funeral Home on April 11, 2025. Burial followed at San Jose Church Cemetery in Hernandez, NM.

Serving as Pallbearers were Isaac Gallegos, Benevolence Lowe, Christian Lowe, Erica Lopez, Patrick Gallegos Jr., and Jose Lovato.