Obituary of Jose J. "Irvin" Gallegos

Jose J. "Irvin" Gallegos, 55, died December 1, 2021, at Memorial Hospital in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He was born November 22, 1966 to Jose and Ruth Gallegos, in Colorado Springs, Colorado.Irvin attended Roy J. Wasson High School and graduated in 1986. He went on to earn a degree in computer software from Intellitec College. He worked in shipping and receiving for Blazer Electric for a number of years before disability kept him home. He received awards and honors from Intellitec College and was involved in Goodwill Charities, Sunnyside Christian Church, and Vacation Bible School. Irvin enjoyed spending time with his wife, children, other family members, and friends."My husband is someone who I truly love and admire. I've always looked up to him and valued his intellect and strength. He has always been a very loving husband and father. He always put us first and he always protected us. He was a hard worker and done his best at everything he did! Even until the end."Irvin is preceded in death by his father, Jose DeLaCruz Gallegos; father-in-law, Desiderio Montoya; and niece, Monica Gallegos. He is survived by his wife, Julie Gallegos; children, Gabriel Gallegos, Enrique Gallegos, and Erika Gallegos; mother, Ruth Gallegos; brother, Jimmy Gallegos; and an abundance of nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to the funeral and memorial service for Irvin Gallegos fundraiser at gofundme.com. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the Springs Funeral Services, and Donny Pacheco with Victory Life Church.Memorial Service, 2:00PM, Monday, December 20, 2021, The Springs Funeral Services, 3115 East Platte Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80909.Refreshments to follow, Victory Life Church, 2007 East La Salle Street, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80909. Events Memorial Service Monday, December 20, 2021 2:00PM The Springs Funeral Services 3115 East Platte Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Phone: 719-207-8855 Reception Monday, December 20, 2021 3:00PM Victory Life World Outreach 2001 East LaSalle Street Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Phone: 719-328-1793