Virginia "Ginny" Jane Gallegos, age 83, of Eugene, OR., previously Bell Gardens, CA. passed away on Feb. 2, 2022, surrounded by her friends and family. Virginia, born on Dec. 4, 1938 to John and Fern Gillard in West Concord, MN., immediately brought joy and laughter into the world. Virginia went on to graduate from West Concord High School in 1957. After graduating from high school, Virginia went on to work at the Mayo Clinic. She then moved to California In 1960, she met Jose "Little Joe" Alfonso Gallegos.  Virginia and Joe were married for over 55 years and had five children, Tony, Joey, Wayne, Norman and Jeff.  Virginia was a dedicated mom to all of her children, raising all five kids. Family came first and was above all else to Virginia.. The hole left by her absence is impossible to fill. Virginia was predeceased by her husband Joe, who was taken by Cancer, sister's Grace, Alice and brother Dan. She is survived by her five son's, Tony, Joey, Wayne, Norman and Jeff, brother Gene and sister Betty. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Virginia’s name to Alzheimer's Research & Prevention Foundation. Services will be held at Park Lawn Cemetery, 6555 East Gage Ave. City of Commerce, CA. 90040. (562) 806-0660 on Saturday, March 19th @ 10AM (outside graveside service).