Michael lived at the Richmond State Supported Living Center for over 54 years, and he was grateful to the staff who cared for him and ensured his special needs were met all these years. Michael had an infectious smile and never met a stranger. He was the life of the party, and to know Michael, was to love him unconditionally. His favorite food was chicken, and he loved western movies and Mariachi music.
While Michael could not pronounce names, he made up a name that he could pronounce for each person that was special to him.
Michael is survived by his brother, The Honorable Robert Gallegos of Houston, Texas; brother, Roy Gallegos of Los Angeles, California; brother, Salvador & Leticia Gallegos of Dallas, Texas; beloved Guardian, James Dinkins of Houston, Texas; aunt, Christine Gallegos of Houston, Texas; nephew, Anthony & Lisa Gallegos of South Houston; Nephew, Randy & Maria Gallegos; niece, Mary Ann & Al Flores of Houston, Texas; niece, Rita Gallegos & Joe Castillo of Houston, Texas; niece, Joann & Gonzalo Perez of Houston, Texas; niece, Paula & James Knowles of Humble, Texas; niece, Wanda & Howard Bleekman of Livingston, Texas; nephew, Edward & Coron Colburn of North Zulch, Texas; nephew, James Gallegos of Dallas, Texas; nephew, Stephen Gallegos of Dallas, Texas; nephew, Angelo & Veronica Gallegos of Houston, Texas; nephew, Lee & Mara Gallegos of Houston, Texas; and countless great & great-great nieces and nephews.
Michael is preceded in death by his parents, Joaquin & Soledad Gallegos; sister, Angelina Colburn; brother, Joaquin Gallegos; and, brother, George Gallegos.
In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made the Richmond State Supported Living Center Family & Friends Association: P.O. Box 1671, Richmond, Texas 77406.
