Mike Gallegos

Tiffany resident Mike Gallegos passed away on September 2, 2014 from complications from prostate cancer. He was 83 years old.
He was born on May 26, 1931 in La Boca Colorado to Agapita Lucero and Frank Gallegos.
During his life Mike was employed in various jobs. He was a miner in one of the Silverton, Colorado mines, he also worked at the lumber mills in Pagosa Springs, Colorado and Durango, Colorado. He was a rancher and a farmer. His favorite line of work was herding sheep. He married Duby Archuleta in 1955.
Mike was preceded in death by his wife Duby, two infant sons and a great grandson Sebastian Manriquez.
He is survived by Valentina and Dana Santistevan (husband). Grandsons Billy R Gallegos, David and Nicole (wife) Santistevan, great grandchildren Jullian Manriquez, Dana, Ava,and Lane Santistevan, and grandson Cordell Santistevan. Granddaughter’s Racquel and Mellie Santistevan. Sister Mary Portillos, brothers Andy and Joe Gallegos of Pueblo, Colorado and numerous nieces and nephews.
Cremation has occurred and a private service will be held at his request. In leiu of flowers donations may be sent to Hospice of Mercy, 1 Mercado Street Ste. 270 Durango, Colorado 81301.