Search by Name

Search by Name

Abram Gonzales Obituary

Abram “Abie� Gonzales, 73, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away on February 23, 2009 Abe was born on June 5, 1935 in Durango, CO to Manuelita and Julio Gonzales. He was a lifelong Colorado resident. He was married to Lorraine Martinez. He served in the US Army. He worked as a heavy equipment operator. Abram is survived by his children, Desiree Gonzales, Valerie (Jose) Bonilla, Christa Gonzales and Abram Gonzales; siblings, Diego Gonzales, Luis Gonzales, Phyllis Sanchez, Anna Alvarez and Debra Diaz. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Lorraine Martinez, son Christopher Gonzales and grandson Christopher Ferretti. He will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him. A service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 27, 2009 at Memorial Gardens Funeral Home Chapel, 3825 Airport Rd.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Feb. 26, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Abram Gonzales

Not sure what to say?





5 Entries

Claudette Mondragon

February 26, 2009

Desiree, Valerie and Christa -
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Abe and my dad were so close and I will always keep the memories of them singing and playing cards and sitting in eachother's kitchens very close to my heart. They are together again -- doing all the things they enjoyed so much!

All our love, Claudette, Anjelina and the Mondragon Family

willy sanchez

February 26, 2009

Our prayers and thought's go out to your family. God bless Willy @ Monica Sanchez

Lucy Romero

February 26, 2009

To the Family members of Abie, I am real sorry to hear about Abie's passing. Please accept my condolances. May God Bless your family and watch over you through these hard times. My husband Ervin Romero passed away January 18th, 2009.

Lucy Romero

Kathy and Frank Trujillo

February 26, 2009

Christa we are very sorry to hear about your loss, if there is anything that we can do for you please let us know. God Bless you and your family in your time of grievance. You and your family will always be in our thoughts and prayers. We love you your like a sister to me(Kathy).

Bernadette Trujillo

February 26, 2009

I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Uncle Abie was such a kind classy man. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless you all. Love Bernadette and family

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results

Memorial Events
for Abram Gonzales

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Abram's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Abram Gonzales's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more