Alfred ‘Al’ Gallardo passed away in his Des Moines home on August 3rd, 2021. Al was born October 12th, 1967 to loving parents Janet Smith and Alfred Gallardo in Des Moines, Iowa.
Al was a loved member of his community. He played in the 1980 Little League World Series for the Grandview national team and went on to become a coach and board member at East Des Moines Girls Softball. His love of softball made him an enthusiastic coach for his daughters, his youngest of whom, Susan continues to play in his memory. He was known for his ability to make friends wherever he went and willingness to help out his neighbors. He was a lover of music, namely classic rock and could be found serenading his daughters with Joe Crocker’s song ‘You Are So Beautiful.’
He was preceded in death by his mother, Janet, and father, Alfred. He was survived by his four daughters Sierra, Logan, Maggie, and Susan; Granddaughters Alaina, Riley and Ava; his siblings Juanita and Daniel; nieces and nephews Sean, David and Janet. As well as his loyal companion, Harper.
A celebration of life will be held from 12-4 pm on Sunday, August 15th at East Des Moines softball fields at 411 SE 36th DSM, IA 50317
