Ella B. Gallegos

Ella B. Gallegos, age 63, born in Albuquerque on February 6, 1944, passed away in her home early Sunday evening, September 9. Ella was recovering beautifully from a recent heart surgery and her passing was unexpected. Ella has left behind her husband of nearly 41 years, Robert Gallegos; her son and daughter-in-law of Seattle, Ronny and Jenelle, her first grandchild and source of joy, Ava Karell; her daughter and son-in-law of Albuquerque, Troy and Judi Hines; her dear sister, Theresa Benavidez, of Albuquerque, and a large circle of wonderful friends and family that will miss her greatly. Ella enjoyed retirement beginning in 2001 from Qwest after many years of service. Ella, Mom, or Nana will be remembered as so many things in all of our lives, but especially as our pillar of strength, our source of faith, and our reminder that "we will find a way, we always do." Her unconditional love, her generous spirit, and her quiet yet unmistakable presence will be missed everyday. Ella's occasional spunk surprised us all, but her loyalty, support, and chile rellenos were forever reliable. Although we will continue to wish for more time with Ella in this world, we are comforted knowing she has joined those that she loved and lost; her parents, Desiderio and Bernadette Gurule; her twin sister, Della Gallegos; and her first son, Robby Gallegos. Ella has been entrusted to friends at Riverside Funeral Home. Ella's life will be celebrated on Friday, September 14th at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church at 10:00 A.M. Her last wishes will be honored and she will be laid to rest with her son, Robby, at Mt. Calvary Cemetary after the mass. Friends and family will be welcomed to the home of Troy and Judi Hines after all of the services on Friday.