Fred Gonzales Obituary

Dad, thinking of you and mom. Miss you both so much. There are no words. You have new beautiful granddaughters and even a great, great granddaughter. God is good to all of us. Pam could use some guidance but you know Pam is Pam. We all love her. The older we get the smarter you seem haha. You´re right Daddy, no golden years. More like titanium years as we get body parts replaced. I just love you both so and I appreciate all you sacrificed to give us a good life. You were the best parents! Love you....

Dad missing you will never get any easier. Thoughts of you pop up all the time. Your funny ways will always be remembered. I love you.

Dad think of you and Mom and Tony daily miss you all so much. I pray your all together. Love you all so much there´s a big hole in my heart.

Dad miss you so much it's really hard to believe its been 14 years. The memories I have are so fresh in my mind. Your sharpness and wittiness will never be forgotten. Also the love you showed your family. Love you always. Mel and Toby.

Oh Dad, words can't express how much you are missed. My boys think of you with love and respect and my heart bursts with pride. I love you so much. Thank you for being the man. I need you sometimes. I just want to talk. You left us all with such good memories. I pray you are at peace with my Mom. I love you

Always thinking of you all the time. Your humor always has us smiling. I pray your with Mom who we miss so much and my Tony who loved you both very very much. Love you all.

Dad, still missing you and thinking of you often. You will never be forgotten. Someone always has something to say about what Grandpa Gonzales would do. Your smile forever imprinted on our minds, what a gift!! You had a long full life and lately we have had some that left us to soon. I am grateful for the time we had. You and my mom gave us all a solid foundation in life. You rock my honey. I miss you. I know one day we will see each other again. I love you much Dad.

Dad, we don't write much but we all think of you often. I miss you more as time goes on. How does time go so fast. As I get older my respect for you grows stronger everyday. I knew you were fun and strong and smart but something's you just can't understand until you get there. I love you dad, you and mom. You were both great parents and you gave all you had at each stage of our lives. Give my mom a big kiss and hug. One day I hope we see each other again. Missing you and Mom much.

Dad, nine years. You are still missed. Love you much. Hope you and mom are happy together.

Dad, It's been some time and some days I miss you like it was yesterday. In my mind you are with Mom and enjoying eternity together. I love you and Mom and will always appreciate all that you two sacrificed to raise such a big family. Merry Christmas to you and Mom!! Love you, love you, love you both!!!

Dear Dad its been 7 long years and the longing and yearning are still very much a part of our lives. But I thank the Lord that I was Blessed to have you and Mom as my parents. I love You both.

Gramps, I'm awake by myself this morning at 6 on a Saturday morning reflecting on how you used to wake up early in the morning to have your cup of coffee and read the paper before your crazy day stated. It seems like yesterday when I would stay the night over and I would sometimes wake to you in the kitchen. You would say to me hito why are you awake? I would have no answer, then you would let me climb onto your lap and hug and kiss me. I miss you so much G PA!!!! I really wish my wife Kim could have meet my hero! I love you and miss you and will never forget you!

Thinking of you. All this time, it seems like yesterday. You were such a good father. I am so proud of you and I miss your humor terribly. Bill and James are always saying "No Lie" just like you did but they are not as cool as you! ha you were the original. It is strange to me that we can say goodbye and that is the end. I love you forever Fred.

Pops, you were and always will be my hero! I miss you and love u. Kiss grams for me.

Been thinking about you too! Miss you so much. I love you

It has been six years and we still miss you like it was yesterday. We celebrate you and whenever anyone talks about you they always think of your wonderful sense of humor. That and how you took care of Mom with love and care thru her end. You are a legacy and I am very proud to have had you as a my hero. I Love You!!!

You live on in our thoughts. I don't think of you as gone just as far away. Your love and ours will always keep you alive in our thoughts and hearts. Love you, give mom a hug for us.

You've been on my mind all day. Missing you so much. I love you.

Daddy missing you. Thinking of you and your first Bday (the 7th). Thinking of the elections and how you talk about them. Like I said really missing you. I love you.

Today would have been your 93 Birthday. Been thinking of much,but espcially on the 7th and today. I love you and miss you much Mel

Just thinking of you and missing you. I'm sure you are in a better place. Kind of weepy today. Wish i could hug you. Love you

fred its deborah my freind i miss u every day i wish i could of seen u before u passed on there were so many things i wanted too tell one was i love u so very much ,and thank u for being there for me u were my sunshine i loved when u would pick me up and take me too bingo ,i know your with your wife now i rember how u use too tell me how u just wanted too be with i lov u and miss so much fred

Remember after Mom died, I used to celebrate Mothers Day with you since she was gone. Now you are together and I know you are once more with the love of your life. Give my Mom a huge kiss and a hug for me. I love you both and I miss you much.

Dad,I sure do miss you. I hae some stuff I would like you tell you so you could feel sorry for me1 Ha. Actually you got pretty good at that. I love you and I miss your humor and your smile. My heart aches to see you again. Love you....LuAnn

Dad, I think of you often the cockie little sings you always said, your laughter,the way you loved the little ones. I wish you could have known my little Skyler. I miss you much.I found a birthday card you gave me 5 yrs ago. It made me cry but I"m so glad I found it. Thank you .!!!! I love you Mel

Dad, It's almost been trhee years. As the anniversary date of your leaving us gets closer I have you on my mind. I feel sad and lonely for you. I wish I could hear you laugh. I can picture you cocking your head as you laugh and shake your head. I hear you saying "No Lie!"
I remember you! You were so cool Dad. I am greatful you were my Dad. You added something to my life and in me, part of you lives on. You are so loved and terribly missed by all of us.

miss you

Happy 92nd Birthday Dad, I miss you much. But I love being able to see your pictures pop up on my computer screen. Love you Mel

Missing you like crazy grandpa! I think I need to go to BINGO...maybe you can help me win =) Love you always! Jennifer

May 30, 2010 today is memorial day, I've had you and mom on my mind so much lately. I miss you both so much. I thank the Lord for both of you. I love you. Mel and Toby

Thinking of you and missing you. Happy Easter. Love Becky and John

Two years today. I miss you more as time passes. Funny jokes, warm sunny days, slot machines, all bring you to my mind and bring warmth to my heart. But then when I realize I can't share with you anymore it breaks my heart. I remember how much you loved playing with Ryan and Kaden, how much you loved Katrina, Ali and Mia. They didn't get to really understand how wonderful you are. Oh Dad, no one can fill the void you left. You were special for sure. I love you. I am greatful for the times we had together. Remember you would get mad at me when i tickled your feet? You hated it but you loved it. You were the best. I love you Dad, you were a great man.
Love LuAnn

Grandpa, It's Jen. Guess what? I finaly got a new job! I finally got out of the banking business :-) I'm 30 now, and ready to start the next chapter of my life. I wish you were here. I miss your smiling face and you cheerfull laugh. You and grandma are always in our hearts. Love you!

Dad,
Missing you much. Thinking of Mom. It has been ten years. I know you are both at peace. Somedays it is so hard. I just want to talk to you or show you something. No one takes your place, you were so honary. :) Tears and smiles explain my hurt today. Love you....luann

Good morning, I wish you were here to go with us in our RV. I know you would have gotten a kick out of it. So many things make me think of you and the enjoyment you would take from everyday life. I miss you so much. It is harder than I could have known. Love

Dad,
The sun is shining and it is a beautiful day. The kind of day you loved to sit on the patio and soak up some sun. I miss you so much. I miss your smile, the way your eyes smiled when you did. I miss hollaring at you down the stairs to say good night. I miss how you loved a good steak. When I get good food or fruit that you enjoyed so much it makes me sad that I cannot share it with you. I miss you much. love lu

Hi grandpa, it's really hard to believe that it has been one year today. I miss you and love you so much. Knowing that you are in a better place brings comfort.

Love you!!

We miss you Grandpa! You will forever be in our hearts.

Love,
Gina, Zelene and Daniel
Gonzales

Grandpa,

I can't believe it has already been a year since you've been gone. It seems like forever ago but yet it seems like yesterday! I miss you so much and think of you everyday. It's going to be weird to celebrate the holidays without you...but I know you are in a better place and now you will be able to be with your beloved wife(Grandma WE MISS YOU TOO!). We are so lucky that we had great strong grandparents to raise us and show us how to be strong when times are rough. My mom hurts so bad that your not here. She misses you so much. It's hard to see her sad. I hope you look down at all of your family and see how strong and close we are. We owe it all to you. Take Care grandpa I love you and will talk to you soon.

Dad, Today is a day with mixed emotions!! I'm very sad that your are gone. I really miss the talks we had over morning coffee and breakfast. It was always interesting conversation. On the other hand, if you were still here with us who knows how you would be feeling, so if your are in a better place that is a good thing. Most of all I just wanted to say I love you and miss you very much. You were always my HERO!!! Happy Birthday Dad on your new life with the Lord. I'm thinking of you always!!!!!!
Your first born grandson.

Dad, I miss you so much. On this day, remembering you and knowing how much each of us adored you, I can't help but remember how you had a special place in your heart for each and every one of us. I know how proud you were of each us. Thank you for giving me such wonderful, supportive sisters and a brother. Love you.

Tonight, a night of silence. How could we know. But I think we did know. We stayed with you thru the night, saying our goodbye's in disbelief. Then when morning came we all stood to our feet to watch your last exit. You would have liked it Dad. The military people were so respectful and treated you with so much dignity, as though they knew how proud you were to have served your country. As they brought you thru Mel's living room we all stood together making an isle and you came down the isle, the isle lined with people who loved you so much. There were many that loved you but couldn't be there on that last day but they have their own memories. You were so loved. My heart aches at the thought of you really being beyond my reach at this time. I love you Dad. You were so precious to me. I will always chreish the time we had and no matter how much it was, it would never have been enough....The Lord knows
Love You Fred

Daddy, I love you and miss you so much. I think of you every single day. Thank you for being you. That is your greatest gift to each of us. A love of life and an appreciation of all that we have. November is a very hard month so far. When I get weepy with thought of you and missing you, I try and think of all the good part of your life with us.
I know your spirt is free to run.

Papi, you were on my mind today. Happy Birthday. You would have been 90 today! That was not to be. But I want to say happy birthday to you anyway because I hate that you are not here. I love you, I miss you so much. Who would have known. Thank you for all you gave and all you were. We were so lucky to have you and I treasure you sense of humor and all the days we laughed and laughed. I would give anything to have more days with you. Oh Dad, I pray you are at peace and happy with Mom. I love you so much

Grandpa, I was thinking about you this morning while I was at work so I wanted to say that I miss you so much. I think about you everyday. I know you are in a better place but I just wish I could have more with you. I love you and grandma so much!

hi viejo,I guess i could say that it is very weird that your not in our lives anymore, so i will say you are very much still in my life. You are one of the best grandfather anybody could ask for! You are always close and dear to my heart pampo, I love you very much and hope that you and grandma are very happy being in the best place anyone could ask for! I love you and will talk to you very soon, Love you!!!!

DadyO, I miss you very much.I keep wanting to call you on the phone to tell so many things. Tears come to my eyes, but i know you don't like to see me cry ,so i think of all the life and joy you gave to us. I love you dady and miss you your princess Pamela

Pampo, I was thinking of you today, as I do every day since you have passed. I really want to go fishing and wish you were here to go with me. It was sad to see you go! although your passing is sad,It has brought me to a better place in life. I have sence moved back home, and it has given me a new start.Being closer to ones I love, And a new and wonderful job. So, for that I am thankful. I just wanted to say thank you for always making me smile. (Teeth in or out) HaHA. I Love you DAD Give Grandma a kiss for me. God bless you and Mom !!!!!! your Frist Born GrandSon. Tony

Grandpa,

I miss you so much!! It's weird with you not here in our lives. We think of you all the time, and we always laugh as we remember the times we've shared. Lynae is still your little dancer. We went to a wedding a couple of weekends ago and she was on the dance floor from 7-12, not stopping once! Spanish music is her favorite and it's because of the time she shared with you. Love you Grandps

Missing you daily. You have been on my mind all day. I miss you. I love you. You were a good Dad. I am very thankful that you were my Dad. Words cannot express my sadness. I know you had a wonderful life, blah blah blah, but I don't care I wish you could have had another ninety years! You lived large. You passed gracefully. My heart breaks. My Papi', love lu

Papi' 6 months, seems like forever, seems like yesterday! I miss you more and more with everyday that passes. Your passing has left such a big hole in many of our lives. You were really a great Dad. Your humor, how wonderful that was. Energizer bunny, your batteries finally gave out. My heart aches. I love you. I will see you again.....

Hey dad the weather is warm today feel like fishing? I wish you were here to laugh at me.anyway I just felt like talking to you day. I miss you.Same to you grandma.LOVE YA
Tony

I used to joke with grandpa about coming out to Tampa during spring break and we’d go hit the beaches…we used to laugh at that. I’ll miss talking to grandpa about anything and everything.

To the family; I love you.

Hey, Dad it has been a couple of months since I have been here, I think of you everyday. Little things remind me of you.Now that I live in the springs, I can't drive anywhere without thinking of you and Grandma. It always brings a smile to my face. All though you aren't here in body you;r spirit lives on in all are hearts. I just wanted to say hello and I miss you. Tell grandma high for me and have a blessed day. I love you Tony

Grandpa, I miss you! I think of you everyday. I keep in touch with Stella and everytime we talk, we talk about you. You are missed by everbody! Lynae still remembers you, when we look at pictures she yells out GRANDPA! I'm so glad she got to meet her greatgrandpa. We love and miss you.

Hey Grandpa, i was thinking of you today because of my mom and her new teeth! I wish you could be here to give her some advise on how to put them in. (lol) She was putting too much Glue in her mouth so they where sticking out to much. She is learning. I know this would have made you laugh you booty off! Love and miss you very much Grandpa. MUAH
Love Jeris

I will always smile when I think of all the time we shared. It's people like Grandmaw and Grandpaw that give us hope for a better future. Thank you for what you gave me. Love

Hey Grandpa, I didn't get to know you as well as your other grandchildren did, but I still love you. I have so many memories of you taking me to bingo with grandma. You also took me and Freddie to so many different parks. I will always treasure these memories. I'm so sorry that we didn't get to know each other better as I grew up. I miss going to see you at Aunt Mel's house. I wish there could have been more time. I love you Grandpa.

I'm so sorry to be formally, but belatedly, expressing my sympathy to the great family of a great man--Fred P. Gonzales. I have either been out-of-state or with house guests since his passing, and I apologize for this delayed expression. He and you all have been everpresent on my mind and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your Mom and Dad were both very caring and loving people. I know how you opened your home to Dolly--not as a guest but as a family member months before she and I were married. And I always felt very welcome there too! I remember visiting with your Dad on your Kingston (I think) patio, armed with a cold beer and ready to take on any political, economic or other human discussion. He was fun and he was informed. Guess that was his great preparation for his talented bingo playing in his senior years. I can't think of your Dad without a smile coming on my face, because he was just always that pleasant and fun to be around. Yes, he was a rich man in ways money could never touch. His and your Mom's legacy has to be so enhanced by their wonderful children and grandchildren. Your parents certainly touched my life and I'm indebted to them. Peace and Love, Frank Weston

Merry Christmas Grandpa. We miss you so very much. We were blessed to have such a strong, loyal grandfather. I'm so glad you were apart of my little Lynae's (Katrina)life. Not a day goes by without her asking for grandpa. We love you with all our hearts. We will never forget you and I hope you and grandma look down on us and see what a great family you raised with out you we would not be here. Many hugs and kisses you will never be forgotten. Love you

Grandpa, I wanted to share with you the joy you brought into the lifes of your grandchildren. You have always been a light shining upon us. The love you given will last a lifetime. you are loved and will always missed. I hope you and and Grandma are happy when you are looking down on us with love.

Grandpa,I just wanted to say merry christmas!!!I miss you.Love Ton yo

Dear Dad I miss you so much. I'm sure glad you stayed at my house. I have many things to cherish. I love you with all my heart. I'll never forget the time we had the tongue fight. It makes me laugh and cry at the same time. I thank you dad for all you did for my mom. I thank God for letting us have you both for our parents and for the love that we all share. I could not stand the thought of not having my sisters and my brother to share our love and feelings with. Praise our heavenly Father for you both. I know your resting in peace and with my mom, I look forward to seeing you both. love Mel

To my life long hero!Grandpa spending your last days with you will forevere be in my heart.I will miss your laughter and smiles,better yet the way you could make me laugh and smile,I would almost pee my britches.I can' wait to see you in heaven!!!!your first born grandson,Antonio D Pacheco

Dear Family, Thank you so much for sharing your dad, my Uncle Fred, with me. My heart always jumped a beat when he would say to others that I was one of his and that he raised me too. All of you are so blessed to have parents that loved you. And, what a precious time it was, though through the loss of Aunt Tiny, you were able to experience the love and deep relationship with Uncle Fred. You were blessed, and so were they. You are good "children" and I know they are looking down with love. I'll share this treasured poem with you and may your hearts be full this Christmas season with the memories you have to hold dear to your hearts.

"God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, So He put His arms around you, And whispered, 'Come to Me.'
With tearful eyes we watched you, And saw you pass away, And though we loved you dearly, We could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating, Hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.

Lots of love - God bless each of you and Merry Christmas.

Dad, it’s so hard to say goodbye. I can still see the sparkle in your eyes when you laughed. You were a poor rich man. You imparted so much to each one of us. My heart will heal but I will never forget how wonderful you were. I was so blessed to have you and for that I will forever be grateful. There is some peace in knowing you are with Mom. Until I see you again, the memory of you will always bring joy and warmth to my heart.
Love LuAnn

Grandpa,

I'm sorry I could not arrive any sooner to say goodbye, but I do cherish those days I got to spend with you on my brief visit in September. I know you are in a better place with Grandma, together again.

Your legacy is seen in all of your children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. I assure you that your name will continue to generations to come as well.

Miss you and Love you Fred Sr.

Dad,you truly are my hero. Your care of mom was and is outstanding. Not many would have done what you did. I miss you. I am so blessed to have had you and mom. You both are in my thoughts and prayers daily.

ps "DITTO"

You'll always be my daddyO who made me laugh and smile even when you were sick. You were my gazzette too . LoL. I miss you and love you. You are my hero too!!!! Love and miss you your baby dauther Pamela.

Becky,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time of loss, especially during the holiday season. May you have many cherished memories of your Dad.

Becky,
We had many conversations over the years about our parents, & we always came to the same conclusion, you & I were blessed with the best. No matter their age, we're never ready to let them go. Remember though, they are never truly gone, your dad & mother will be with you always.
No words can help at a time like this, so I am sending you love, hugs, & if you ever need to talk, I am only a phone call away.

Caring thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
"No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love Him" 1 Corinthians 2:9 NLT
Your in our prayers.

You must have been a wonderful man because you raised a wonderful daughter...Becky...our friend.
Rest in peace.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.May it bring you ccomfort to know that nothing can diminish the wonderful ways he touched your life.

Uncle Fred will always be remembered for his wit, charm, sense of humor, love of family and
the peace or calmness of his presence. He will surely be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Luann, it was clear from our discussions he is a great Dad and he is lucky to have a loving, caring & dedicated daughter like you. He is now and will always be with you. John

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF THE FAMILY DURING THIS TIME.

My prayers goes out to all the family. It is hard to see a family member go, but, he is in a better place. He will be watching over all his family.

Love

Your family are in my prayers.

Jacque Sargent

Our Dearest Uncle Fred,
It is with great sadness to lose a very special person. His smile brought such great warmth. His wit and charm put everyone at ease. It is my sincerest gratitude, fond memories and enormous love goes out to our Great Uncle Fred in the heavens above. He made our lives so much richer with his joie de vivre (joy of life), his sense of humor, his calm amongst the storms and his LOVE for his family. He is one of a kind and will be sincerely missed. It was my pleasure to have him as an uncle and I rest assured in knowing that the love he displayed on earth will certainly open the gates of heaven to our dearly beloved Uncle Fred. He will have all those behind the pearly gates of heaven roaring with laughter. I send my sincere sympathy and condolences to all the family. Uncle Fred is cherished and loved dearly by many. For all the lives he touched, he will remain in our hearts forever. He is the Greatest Uncle Ever in my heart forever.

Love,
Francine Weston-Froment
Montreal, Quebec Canada

Grandpa,

I appreciate all that you have taught me over the years- especially the fishing tips. The love and kindness you have modeled throughout your life will always be remembered. Your smile is forever etched in my mind.

I love you,

James P. Armenta

Hey Grandpa Gonzales. I love, and miss you and know that you are in a better place now.

Love Scott Wolfe

I will love you and miss you always grandpa! I know you are with Grandma now. Love Jeris A Atencio