1930-2023

Elvira M. Gallegos born in Lemitar, N.M. on July 17, 1930, went to be with our Lord on January 6, 2023.

Elvira is preceded in death by her parents, Telesfor and Romelia Montoya, several brothers, a sister and her granddaughter, Veronica Montoya.

Elvira is survived by her daughters, Patricia Montoya and Vicky Burke, her grandchildren, Christine Carrasco and Paul Burke, and several great-grandchildren.

At Elvira’s wishes, a memorial service will be held at Daniels Family Funeral, Socorro Chapel on January 27, 2023, at 10 a.m., with burial to follow at the San Miguel Cemetery.

El Defensor Chieftain