It is with great sadness that we announce Daniel “Dan” Wayne Gallardo, 68, of Phoenix, Arizona. He passed away on December 24, 2021. He is remembered for his extraordinary sense of humor, love of music, and immense passion for sports, especially baseball. Dan graduated Camelback High School in 1971. He was a kind and beloved husband to his soul mate Kristi, as well as a spectacular father to his children. Dan’s favorite saying was ‘butterflies are free to fly,’ and this is exactly how he chose to live his life and raise his children. Dan is survived by the love of his life; wife, Kristi, his children; Chance, Chazz, Levi, Jordan, Lacey, Jade, Danielle, Andrea, Janelle, Ginger, and Danny. Dan is also survived by his mother Rita Valdez and his siblings; Dianna, Michael, Denise, Dalaina, and Danell as well as his 15 grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, uncles and aunts. His father Danny Gallardo and his son Alexander Gallardo, preceded him in death. The service will be held on Thursday, December 30, 2021, at 12:30pm, at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. Following the service, we will be having a celebration of life at 2514 E. Campbell Ave Phoenix, AZ 85016.
Michelle
Very sorry fir your loss. Always hard but worse at this time of year. Sending you and your family love and light.
Susie James
To Kristi and Family,
No words to express my sadness of the passing of Dan
You are all in my thoughts and Heart.
Sending my love to you all.
Tony Salmeron
From the first day I met Daniel I knew I had a friend forever. I’m thankful we had the pleasure of getting to know each other and sharing our thoughts on life and all the jokes we got time to share. I’ll see you on the other side Mi Amigo. You will be missed dearly but never forgotten
LENYATTA TINNELLE
Truly very sorry for your families loss, Dan was an amazing person with a awesome friendly smile he always made me feel welcome every time I came over. Taco Tuesday will never be the same R.I.P Brother you will be missed but never forgotten.
Karah Brown
Cannot find the right words to say how sorry we are. Such a big loss for so many. Wishing a life of wonderful memories can give you some sense of comfort. Sending love to you all.
Karah Brown and Family
Jim Gallardo
Sending love and condolences to your family
Jim and Stephanie Gallardo
Richard Sanchez
Beautiful services yesterday Danny’s dislike for dogs came from being a meter reader and being confronted by angry dogs every day all day long. He would come to my house and drink a beer and tell stories of his encounters. He was justified. My condolences to his beautiful tight knitted family. Rest In Peace Old Friend. R
Cheri
Deepest condolences to you and your family. ,y heart breaks for you dear friend.