Eloy (Gene) Gonzales, 73 went home to be with our Lord on February 16, 2023. Gene was a lifelong resident of Santa Fe. He was an amazing husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He is preceded in death by his parents Claudio and Lourdes Gonzales, son Rodney Gonzales, great-granddaughter Sophia Torres, brother Mariano Gonzales and special pet Ralphy. He is survived by his loving wife Grace, daughters Michelle Gurule (Joseph), Eloisa, sons Gabriel (Inez), Patrick (Lisa). Grandchildren Andrea Torres (David), Brittany Gurule (Adan), Michael, Kaylie Gabor (George), Gabriel (Nicole), and Brian. Great-grandchildren Gracie Torres and Josiah Gene Torres. Sisters Helen Gonzales and Connie Roybal (Carlos), brothers Ruben (Marie) and Dennis (Kathy), sister-in-law Sophie Gonzales, numerous nieces and nephews, special brothers Sam Quintana and Fred Lopez and his special pet Knuckles.
Gene’s life was filled with serving his family, friends, and country. Staff Sergeant Gonzales began his distinguished military career in the New Mexico Army National Guard, where he served for over 30 years, in various assignments, receiving numerous military decorations and awards before his retirement. His awards include the Army Commendation Medal, Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, and the Armed Forces reserve Medal in addition to many other military awards and citations. He was a loyal Dallas Cowboy fan. He loved hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors. He enjoyed trips to his homes away from home Sandia Casino, Ruidoso Downs and visiting with family.
A Rosary will be recited followed by a Mass at 10:00 am Friday, March 10, 2023, at St. Anne Catholic Church. Burial services with full military honors will take place on Monday, March 13, 2023, at 12:30 pm at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers Sam Quintana, Fred Lujan, Albert Lujan, Thomas Nino, Frank Gonzales, and Raymond Gonzales
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| Name | Gene "Deputy" Gonzales |
| Date of Birth | November 16th, 1949 |
| Date of Death | February 16th, 2023 |
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| Funeral Home | Rivera Family Funeral Home - Santa Fe | |
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417 Rodeo Road Santa Fe NM 87505 United States |
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Connie, Dennis and the Gonzales
Sending our condolences, thoughts and prayers for the loss of Gene. He was a kind and sincere soul. May he rest in peace as he enters heaven to begin his new journey.
Barbara Otero & Yolanda Green
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Albert Sanchez
My condolences to SSG Gonzales family, i’m truly sorry for your loss. Gene was a true friend, and a wonderful work mate. We truly missed him when he retired from the NMNG, I can’t imagine how much his family misses him. Gene always kept a positive attitude, and loved to joke. May you rest in peace my friend, you will always be with us. God bless his family and friends, i’m truly sorry for your loss.
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We offer our condolences to the family of Gene. I met him years ago and remained friends all these years. He would always tell me stories about my dad when they grew up together. We always enjoyed seeing you at our favorite place and talking. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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My heartfelt condolences to the entire Gonzales family. It was a privilege serving with SSG Gonzales for many years. My prayers are with all of you during this time. He was a well liked and respected man by many.
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Condolences to the Gonzales family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all through this difficult time. God bless you.
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Lucy and I wish to extend our deepest and sincerest condolences, Gene was a good man and a good friend. I apologize that we will not be able to attend the services for Gene, we will be out of town. But, please know that he and the family remain in our prayers. May he rest in peace and rejoice in heaven with the angels in the presence of God.
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Our deepest condolences to entire family - our prayers are with you.
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May Our Lord Jesus Christ Bless you and receive you in to his kingdom. Deputy was a awesome Man and friend. God you and your family
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Gonzales family. Im so sorry for your family's loss. May God welcome Gene to Heaven with open arms. God bless you all.
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Ou condolences to Michelle and family. May your daddy rest in eternal peace.
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My sincerest condolences to all whom loved and cared about Gene. So sorry to hear about the passing of Gene. The Lord blessed me to Cross paths with him many years ago when I worked with him at Edwards Hines Lumber Company here in Santa Fe. It did not matter what was going on in his personal life, good or bad everyday he greeted everyone with a smile and a very positive attitude which continued throughout the day. He also had a very appreciated sense of humor. His actions and his words had a positive impact on me. God Bless you my friend, may you rest in peace.
In your hands, O Lord, we humbly entrust our brothers and sisters.
In this life you embraced them with your tender love;
deliver them now from every evil and bid them eternal rest.
The old order has passed away: welcome them into paradise,
where there will be no sorrow, no weeping or pain,
but fullness of peace and joy with your Son and the Holy
Spirit forever and ever. Amen.
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My condolences to Grace and the family. Rest in peace my good friend.
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Condolences to the family. Went to Elementary and High School with Gene. Friends to the very end. Great friend.
Eddie & Phyllis Romero
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My Heart felt condolences goes out to the Gonzalez family and everyone that was close to Gene, may God bless his beautiful soul!. I am blessed to have known Gene, and will truly miss his voice saying would you like a Budwieser! Mi Jito! Miss you already Gene!
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