June 19, 1953 �" July 22, 2010
Robert Louis Gallegos aka Lord X Adama Manchild, passed away at home in Albuquerque, New Mexico on July 22, 2010 at 3:00 a.m.
He was in the arms of Dave Bineault, his partner of 22 years, when he asked to be put near an open door or window and quietly slipped out of his body. He'd been suffering from a very painful form of cancer and had been confined to bed or a wheelchair for many months.
A beautifully special and unique person, Robert moved through life with a rare perception, a flip sense of humor and a deep spiritual integrity and love that made a lasting impression on many of the people who were blessed to have known him. A loyal friend, son and brother, he was the eldest of five children, two of whom, his younger sister Linda and brother Adan, along with his father Lazaro, preceded him into the great beyond.
He is survived by his mother Elizabeth Gallegos, his sister Sarah and brother Michael, along with many loving friends and extended family. Robert loved life and we believe he has just embarked on the next phase of a profound adventure of healing and knowing.
Born in Dalhart, Texas, he first moved (ran away) to San Francisco at 16. Educated in Portland, Oregon, where he stayed for many years, he also spent time in Germany, Washington, New York City, Boston and Austin, but he loved San Francisco the most and always returned within a year or so. Portland always had a special place in his heart and he still has many dear friends there. He will always be missed. Until we meet again.