Arturo Gallegos

January 31, 1959 - October 5, 2020

Arturo Gallegos, 61, of Harlingen was called home by the Lord Monday, October 5, 2020. He was born January 31, 1959, to Fortunato and Eustolia Gallegos. Arturo is preceded in death by his father, Fortunato Gallegos. He is survived by his loving family, his mother, Eustolia Gallegos. Wife of 22 years, Esmeralda Castillo Gallegos. His pride and joy, his children, Jasmin Nicole Gallegos, Daisy Rae Gallegos, Arty Gallegos, Jr., Lance Gallegos, and siblings, Fortunato (Tina) Gallegos, Jr., Mary (Robert) Adams, Raul Gallegos, Arnulfo (Dina) Gallegos, Javier (Lita) Gallegos, Leticia Gallegos; numerous nieces, nephews, and family members. Arturo was retired from the State of Texas where he worked for 21 years. He was an avid sports and outdoorsman who loved sharing his passions with his children, friends, and family. Arturo was active in his community and served as a tee-ball and softball coach for over 12 years. As a coach and father, he instilled a strong work ethic and a never-give-up attitude in his children and players. He taught them to dream big and reach for the stars. On any given day you could find him on a course, a local ball field, or out on the water. His good-hearted teasing and smile will be missed by all who knew him. Pallbearers will be Raul Gallegos, Arnulfo Gallegos, Javier Gallegos, Fabian Gallegos, Ricardo Castillo and David Rodriguez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Arturo (Arty) Gallegos, Jr., Lance Gallegos, and Fortunato Gallegos, Jr. Visitation will be held Sunday, October 11, 2020, from 1:00 PM until 9:00 PM with The Holy Rosary to be prayed at 7:00 PM. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday, October 12, 2020, at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church in Harlingen with interment to follow at Restlawn Cemetery in La Feria. Thank you family and friends for all your prayers and support. God bless you always.