Todd was born Nov. 20 1964, son of Tony Avon and Barbara Jeanne York Gallegos in Rupert Idaho.
He was raised by Barbara Jeanne in Ukiah California, as a child he was quite a prankster, but then he was also kindhearted, neighbors often brought their wounded animals such as wild birds to him for bandaging. He loved animals, he had pet rats, ducks, a turtle, of course also cats and a dog or two. He was a boy scout, and had a paper route. Todd was excellent with his hands, very intelligent when it came to electronics and mechanical things, always taking things apart and building new things. From the age of 17 he was in the army, serving two years, mainly in Germany and was honorably discharged. When living in Ukiah he worked for Ukiah Auto Body, Masterson Communications, MGM Brakes, and Bernhard's Autobahn. Later working in Ketchum Idaho for his uncle Dick York, at Dick's Towing service, also Magic Valley Towing , and at the time of his death, he was working driving long haul for Swift Trucking out of Utah. Todd loved traveling to new places and meeting new people. He was preparing to move to Arizona.
Todd will be remembered for his infectious laughter, his charming character and his constant joking around. He was always up for a good prank, and will be remembered for his love of all people, and acceptance of different walks of life, often taking people in and helping them get back on their feet, even when he didn't have much to give. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and was an active member of N.A., and his ability to rebuild and start over after falling on hard times was admirable. Just last year The Twin Falls Area Chamber of commerce awarded its Extra Mile Award to Todd for his display of heroism.. On April 15, while attempting to start a vehicle in the yard at Magic Valley Towing, company owner Al Lewis was set on fire when a spark ignited the gasoline can that he was holding, causing extensive burns to his face, neck, torso, and left arm. Todd, who was sitting in the vehicle, jumped out, rushed to Lewis and extinguished the flames by smothering them with his own body. Magic Valley Towing were grateful for Todd's thoughtfulness, fearlessness, and quick reactions and Lewis' friends and family were grateful to Todd for his heroic measures that day. Todd made friends easily and everywhere he went, and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his parents, Tony and Carolyn Gallegos, Heyburn, ID; Barbara Jeanne York Gallegos, Ukiah, CA; Great Grandmother Lala Gallegos, Rupert,ID; grandmother, Viola York, Twin Falls,ID; his brothers; Tony Jr., Boise, ID; Stanley, Rio Rancho, New Mexico; Greg. Lancaster, CA; Sterling, Pinedale, Wyoming; his sisters; Debra Klobuchar, Marino Valley, CA; Gayla Hernandez, Rigby, ID; Robyn Danielle Boyd, Ukiah, CA; Shauna Eudave, Wendell, ID; two daughters, Natalie, Germany; Alyshia, Glendale, AZ; three sons; David, Winnemucca, NV; Trevor and Brandon, Ukiah, CA; close nephew and niece Daniel and Zahra Schwarm, Ukiah,CA; and his previous wives, Adene Mckay and her daughters Nastassja and Megan, Glendale, Az; Brenda Gallegos, Ukiah, CA; Jeri West and her sons Garren and Bailey, Twin Falls, ID; Renate Gutt, Germany; numerous aunts uncles cousins nieces and nephews all of whom were extremely special to Todd. Also, Todd was to be a grandpa in just a couple weeks, his daughter Natalie is expecting.
A viewing was held Thursday, Sept. 15 in Twin Falls, Idaho. Graveside services were held on Friday Sept. 16 in Heyburn Idaho, at the Heyburn Riverside Cemetery, which included a military service performed by the Veterans.
He was raised by Barbara Jeanne in Ukiah California, as a child he was quite a prankster, but then he was also kindhearted, neighbors often brought their wounded animals such as wild birds to him for bandaging. He loved animals, he had pet rats, ducks, a turtle, of course also cats and a dog or two. He was a boy scout, and had a paper route. Todd was excellent with his hands, very intelligent when it came to electronics and mechanical things, always taking things apart and building new things. From the age of 17 he was in the army, serving two years, mainly in Germany and was honorably discharged. When living in Ukiah he worked for Ukiah Auto Body, Masterson Communications, MGM Brakes, and Bernhard's Autobahn. Later working in Ketchum Idaho for his uncle Dick York, at Dick's Towing service, also Magic Valley Towing , and at the time of his death, he was working driving long haul for Swift Trucking out of Utah. Todd loved traveling to new places and meeting new people. He was preparing to move to Arizona.
Todd will be remembered for his infectious laughter, his charming character and his constant joking around. He was always up for a good prank, and will be remembered for his love of all people, and acceptance of different walks of life, often taking people in and helping them get back on their feet, even when he didn't have much to give. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and was an active member of N.A., and his ability to rebuild and start over after falling on hard times was admirable. Just last year The Twin Falls Area Chamber of commerce awarded its Extra Mile Award to Todd for his display of heroism.. On April 15, while attempting to start a vehicle in the yard at Magic Valley Towing, company owner Al Lewis was set on fire when a spark ignited the gasoline can that he was holding, causing extensive burns to his face, neck, torso, and left arm. Todd, who was sitting in the vehicle, jumped out, rushed to Lewis and extinguished the flames by smothering them with his own body. Magic Valley Towing were grateful for Todd's thoughtfulness, fearlessness, and quick reactions and Lewis' friends and family were grateful to Todd for his heroic measures that day. Todd made friends easily and everywhere he went, and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his parents, Tony and Carolyn Gallegos, Heyburn, ID; Barbara Jeanne York Gallegos, Ukiah, CA; Great Grandmother Lala Gallegos, Rupert,ID; grandmother, Viola York, Twin Falls,ID; his brothers; Tony Jr., Boise, ID; Stanley, Rio Rancho, New Mexico; Greg. Lancaster, CA; Sterling, Pinedale, Wyoming; his sisters; Debra Klobuchar, Marino Valley, CA; Gayla Hernandez, Rigby, ID; Robyn Danielle Boyd, Ukiah, CA; Shauna Eudave, Wendell, ID; two daughters, Natalie, Germany; Alyshia, Glendale, AZ; three sons; David, Winnemucca, NV; Trevor and Brandon, Ukiah, CA; close nephew and niece Daniel and Zahra Schwarm, Ukiah,CA; and his previous wives, Adene Mckay and her daughters Nastassja and Megan, Glendale, Az; Brenda Gallegos, Ukiah, CA; Jeri West and her sons Garren and Bailey, Twin Falls, ID; Renate Gutt, Germany; numerous aunts uncles cousins nieces and nephews all of whom were extremely special to Todd. Also, Todd was to be a grandpa in just a couple weeks, his daughter Natalie is expecting.
A viewing was held Thursday, Sept. 15 in Twin Falls, Idaho. Graveside services were held on Friday Sept. 16 in Heyburn Idaho, at the Heyburn Riverside Cemetery, which included a military service performed by the Veterans.
Todd was born Nov. 20 1964, son of Tony Avon and Barbara Jeanne York Gallegos in Rupert Idaho.
He was raised by Barbara Jeanne in Ukiah California, as a child he was quite a prankster, but then he was also kindhearted, neighbors often brought their wounded animals such as wild birds to him for bandaging. He loved animals, he had pet rats, ducks, a turtle, of course also cats and a dog or two. He was a boy scout, and had a paper route. Todd was excellent with his hands, very intelligent when it came to electronics and mechanical things, always taking things apart and building new things. From the age of 17 he was in the army, serving two years, mainly in Germany and was honorably discharged. When living in Ukiah he worked for Ukiah Auto Body, Masterson Communications, MGM Brakes, and Bernhard's Autobahn. Later working in Ketchum Idaho for his uncle Dick York, at Dick's Towing service, also Magic Valley Towing , and at the time of his death, he was working driving long haul for Swift Trucking out of Utah. Todd loved traveling to new places and meeting new people. He was preparing to move to Arizona.
Todd will be remembered for his infectious laughter, his charming character and his constant joking around. He was always up for a good prank, and will be remembered for his love of all people, and acceptance of different walks of life, often taking people in and helping them get back on their feet, even when he didn't have much to give. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and was an active member of N.A., and his ability to rebuild and start over after falling on hard times was admirable. Just last year The Twin Falls Area Chamber of commerce awarded its Extra Mile Award to Todd for his display of heroism.. On April 15, while attempting to start a vehicle in the yard at Magic Valley Towing, company owner Al Lewis was set on fire when a spark ignited the gasoline can that he was holding, causing extensive burns to his face, neck, torso, and left arm. Todd, who was sitting in the vehicle, jumped out, rushed to Lewis and extinguished the flames by smothering them with his own body. Magic Valley Towing were grateful for Todd's thoughtfulness, fearlessness, and quick reactions and Lewis' friends and family were grateful to Todd for his heroic measures that day. Todd made friends easily and everywhere he went, and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his parents, Tony and Carolyn Gallegos, Heyburn, ID; Barbara Jeanne York Gallegos, Ukiah, CA; Great Grandmother Lala Gallegos, Rupert,ID; grandmother, Viola York, Twin Falls,ID; his brothers; Tony Jr., Boise, ID; Stanley, Rio Rancho, New Mexico; Greg. Lancaster, CA; Sterling, Pinedale, Wyoming; his sisters; Debra Klobuchar, Marino Valley, CA; Gayla Hernandez, Rigby, ID; Robyn Danielle Boyd, Ukiah, CA; Shauna Eudave, Wendell, ID; two daughters, Natalie, Germany; Alyshia, Glendale, AZ; three sons; David, Winnemucca, NV; Trevor and Brandon, Ukiah, CA; close nephew and niece Daniel and Zahra Schwarm, Ukiah,CA; and his previous wives, Adene Mckay and her daughters Nastassja and Megan, Glendale, Az; Brenda Gallegos, Ukiah, CA; Jeri West and her sons Garren and Bailey, Twin Falls, ID; Renate Gutt, Germany; numerous aunts uncles cousins nieces and nephews all of whom were extremely special to Todd. Also, Todd was to be a grandpa in just a couple weeks, his daughter Natalie is expecting.
A viewing was held Thursday, Sept. 15 in Twin Falls, Idaho. Graveside services were held on Friday Sept. 16 in Heyburn Idaho, at the Heyburn Riverside Cemetery, which included a military service performed by the Veterans.
He was raised by Barbara Jeanne in Ukiah California, as a child he was quite a prankster, but then he was also kindhearted, neighbors often brought their wounded animals such as wild birds to him for bandaging. He loved animals, he had pet rats, ducks, a turtle, of course also cats and a dog or two. He was a boy scout, and had a paper route. Todd was excellent with his hands, very intelligent when it came to electronics and mechanical things, always taking things apart and building new things. From the age of 17 he was in the army, serving two years, mainly in Germany and was honorably discharged. When living in Ukiah he worked for Ukiah Auto Body, Masterson Communications, MGM Brakes, and Bernhard's Autobahn. Later working in Ketchum Idaho for his uncle Dick York, at Dick's Towing service, also Magic Valley Towing , and at the time of his death, he was working driving long haul for Swift Trucking out of Utah. Todd loved traveling to new places and meeting new people. He was preparing to move to Arizona.
Todd will be remembered for his infectious laughter, his charming character and his constant joking around. He was always up for a good prank, and will be remembered for his love of all people, and acceptance of different walks of life, often taking people in and helping them get back on their feet, even when he didn't have much to give. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and was an active member of N.A., and his ability to rebuild and start over after falling on hard times was admirable. Just last year The Twin Falls Area Chamber of commerce awarded its Extra Mile Award to Todd for his display of heroism.. On April 15, while attempting to start a vehicle in the yard at Magic Valley Towing, company owner Al Lewis was set on fire when a spark ignited the gasoline can that he was holding, causing extensive burns to his face, neck, torso, and left arm. Todd, who was sitting in the vehicle, jumped out, rushed to Lewis and extinguished the flames by smothering them with his own body. Magic Valley Towing were grateful for Todd's thoughtfulness, fearlessness, and quick reactions and Lewis' friends and family were grateful to Todd for his heroic measures that day. Todd made friends easily and everywhere he went, and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his parents, Tony and Carolyn Gallegos, Heyburn, ID; Barbara Jeanne York Gallegos, Ukiah, CA; Great Grandmother Lala Gallegos, Rupert,ID; grandmother, Viola York, Twin Falls,ID; his brothers; Tony Jr., Boise, ID; Stanley, Rio Rancho, New Mexico; Greg. Lancaster, CA; Sterling, Pinedale, Wyoming; his sisters; Debra Klobuchar, Marino Valley, CA; Gayla Hernandez, Rigby, ID; Robyn Danielle Boyd, Ukiah, CA; Shauna Eudave, Wendell, ID; two daughters, Natalie, Germany; Alyshia, Glendale, AZ; three sons; David, Winnemucca, NV; Trevor and Brandon, Ukiah, CA; close nephew and niece Daniel and Zahra Schwarm, Ukiah,CA; and his previous wives, Adene Mckay and her daughters Nastassja and Megan, Glendale, Az; Brenda Gallegos, Ukiah, CA; Jeri West and her sons Garren and Bailey, Twin Falls, ID; Renate Gutt, Germany; numerous aunts uncles cousins nieces and nephews all of whom were extremely special to Todd. Also, Todd was to be a grandpa in just a couple weeks, his daughter Natalie is expecting.
A viewing was held Thursday, Sept. 15 in Twin Falls, Idaho. Graveside services were held on Friday Sept. 16 in Heyburn Idaho, at the Heyburn Riverside Cemetery, which included a military service performed by the Veterans.
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