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GONZALES, NATALIE LYNN Natalie Lynn Gonzales was born in San Diego, CA, on May 27, 1962. She was the oldest daughter of Nan and Richard Gonzales. Natalie was a sweet, caring, person with a bubbly personality. She knew how to make everyone laugh with her witty sense of humor. Her beautiful smile would light up a room. She was a kind hearted, person who had a passion for animals, especially dogs. Natalie was a personal trainer and a garden associate for Home-Depot. She will be missed deeply by family and friends. She is survived by her parents and two sisters, Deborah Gonzales-Saenz and Gloria Garrido, her nephews, Matthew Saenz and Ignacio Garrido, and her niece, Brittany Garrido. Services will be held at Humphries de Angels in Chula Vista on Thursday, November 11, at 1:00 p.m.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Nov. 7, 2010.

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Toni Griffith

September 10, 2020

Tears..... You will ALWAYS be in my heart Natalie!

Veronica McDermott

December 7, 2010

Over a month has past and I find myself thinking of you often. Early in the morning there is always this one bright star in the sky, you must know that because I talk to to you every day. Missing u and just still wondering why??? With so much love and Light... Veronica

Lisa C.

December 6, 2010

Natalie, i know this page is leaving tomorrow, i will be at work... missing you! i still find myself looking for you to come around a corner, or find you in the breakroom eating yor "healthy" lunch! lol! I miss you, all of us do....peace be with you!<3

Jesse Gonzales

December 5, 2010

Natalie, Natalie,
You may be gone, but still you beam, bright as the sun.
Natalie, Natalie, sweet-sweet Natalie,
were you real or a dream, a lovely one. . .

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Yvonne Martinez

November 16, 2010

To Lea Arenas-Gonzales
I am so sorry for your loss. You have my heartfelt sympathy & condelences.
Sincerely,
Yvonne Martinez

NANCY SEPULVEDA

November 16, 2010

NANCY SEPULVEDA

November 16, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Maria Avalos

November 16, 2010

diana leyva

November 15, 2010

You were and are one of my oldest and dearest friends for over 35 years. We met in 7th grade.I will treasure the fun times and all the memories we shared, throughout the years. Thank you for all the advise and compasion , you gave me. My heart aches......I know you are watching, so I smile to you. I love you girlfriend ,
"ANYWAYS "....... you know what I mean. A big hug from me.

Always your friend diana leyva

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Christina Downs

November 14, 2010

Dearest Nan, Dickie & Family:
For the Lord himself shall descend from haven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God, and the dead in Christ shall rise FIRST: (1 Thessalonians 4:16 KJV)
Natalie will be missed by all who knew her, but remember she is waiting for that day that all of her loved ones will live forever in Eternity.
I love you dearly and will keep all of you in my prayers to have peace.
Love you Okie cuz,

Jesse Gonzales

November 14, 2010

My dearest Natalie,
I learned of your passing only hours before your memorial service. After three days, I'm still in shock and I'm still at a loss for words. May God bless you and your family.
Though it's been some time since I last saw you, you know I will never forget you. At this point in my life my heart has developed a few cracks. One of them will forever bear you name. I'll miss you my Home-Room Homie - Jesse CPHS,1980

Deborah Saenz

November 14, 2010

My family and I would like to thank everyone who made Natalie Lynn's service so beautiful. It was very touching to have so many family members and past and present friends attend. We appreciate the pretty flowers

November 14, 2010

My family and I would like to thank everyone who made Natalie Lynn's service so beautiful. It was very touching to have so many family members and past and present friends attend. We appreciate the pretty flowers

Teresa Foster

November 12, 2010

You will be missed by all, Natalie. My sympathies and prayers go out for the Gonzales family. You made high school fun. God Bless and may your smile shine down for those you left behind. ~ MISS YOU ~

Chayo Moreno

November 12, 2010

Natalie, my dear friend, as I sit here and reflect your time with me, I think of your wonderful sense to keep me smiling. The many memories I hold close to my heart as your friend and, for a time, your roommate are overwhelming with laughter and smiles. I will forever miss your phone calls to say hello; plus your smile and enthusiasm to help Home Depot customers when I would drop by to visit you, while I waited to ask you a question about something. I just wanted to share that enthusiasm with you. You seemed to have so much fun while you were working. I will miss your smiling face and through these dark and sad moments and days your memories will light my moments and days just like you lit our lives while your time with us. My gratitude is immense for sharing your life with me, Janet, and Jeanette. You will always be a gem in our lives. I will miss you my friend.

Gloria Huerta

November 11, 2010

Death is an intruder. It does not ask for permission. It is never welcomed. It was never God's plan. Yet, there is comfort in knowing that it is only temporary. There is comfort in knowing that our loved ones know no more pain, or sorrow. It is comforting to know that their trials have ended, and they sleep awaiting resurrection morning. My deepest condolences to the Gonzales family.

Martika

November 11, 2010

I will always remember you, with that great smile and friendly look. I will miss you at work, rest in peace.

natalie gonzales

November 11, 2010

Natalie, i am going to miss sooo many things " about you chika", your smile, laugh, the bounce in your step,your energy about life, your love of your "babies", your beautiful, pearly smile, and the snacks we shared in our aprons! Swim with the dolphins, and fly with the eagles.... miss you! Heaven gained an angel...

arturo acostameza

November 11, 2010

Lynn it seem so surreal that you are up in our heavens looking down and you are able to read that you were so loved and will be so missed.
It seems that this is just a bad nightmare and I will bump into you. And we will laugh and kiss and tell each other I love you.
30 years loving you,my beautiful Lynn.bless I was to have call you girl friend .proud I was to to had introduce you. As my girl:lol

Maria Avalos

November 10, 2010

My dear loving friend Natalie, you truly make the world a much better place with your sincere frienship and your smiles. Whenever I needed a friend you were always there with your heart wide open and a loving word of care, have I ever thanked you just for who you are, a very special friend who will always be in my heart. May you rest in peace my friend....missing you...Maria Avalos

November 10, 2010

Denise Hays

November 10, 2010

To the Gonzales family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will never forget Lynn's smile, her funny stories, and the fun times our families spent together all those years ago. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.

Friends forever! Lynn, Mariana, Cynthia & Cathilu

Cathy Cacho

November 10, 2010

My dearest Lynn, so glad we got to see you at our 30th reunion. We had a great time with you. God took you a little early but you are now with the angels in heaven. Marco and I love you and we will miss you. Friends forever, CATHILU Cacho Muah***

Friends Forever. Lynn, Mariana, Cynthia and Cathy.

Cathy Cacho

November 10, 2010

Vic

November 10, 2010

and to the Gonzales extended Familia in your time of sorrow just take comfort*that Natalie is now Embraced by the boundless and Eternal Grace of God forever in Heaven's Love...and in the Joy and Happiness she brought to us all...

Leanne Benavente

November 10, 2010

Natalie had an inviting smile, that always lit up any room she entered. I will always remember her glowing personality and the way people loved to be near her. Her light will always glow, now and always. My prayers and thoughts are with her family members and her many friends. Leanne Benavente (Washington, DC)

Selene Anguiano

November 9, 2010

To The Gonzales Family,
Thank you for the precious gift of Natalie. I hope you can gain some measure of comfort from knowing how much Natalie was loved. You are in our thoughts and prayers. -Selene & Marie

Selene Anguiano

November 9, 2010

Precious Nat, Of all the billions of people in the world we were two of the lucky few to call you friend. How Awesome is that!!! For 26 years you were part of our 'Family'. Marie and I will miss your smile and your wicked humor and your flirty ways. You always looked so nice and smelled so good and you gave the best hugs. You would always puff up like a peacock when we gave you complements...and you always took time to make us feel pretty too! We know you are with God and at peace now but it hurts to know we have to wait a long time to see you again. In time we will stop asking why and just try to live a life that will make you proud. Love You!!!! Goodbye Sweet Angel-Selene & Marie

Angelica Ramirez

November 9, 2010

Dear Natalie, I will always love you. Thank you for the gift of your friendship. I will miss you calling me 'Nanga Changa'. You are in my heart. Be with God and Be at peace.

Pamela Downs

November 9, 2010

Nan, Richard, and family, you have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your precious daughter, Natalie. Know that she is with our Heavenly Father and at peace. Know, too, that now she is with Aunt Wretha, and her other loved ones. May Heavenly Father bless you during this difficult time and send the Holy Spirit to comfort you. I love you all. from your cousin

Heather Lawson

November 9, 2010

To My Wonderful God Parents:
I am so very sorry for your loss. Even though I havent seen or talked to Lynn in quite a while, I have many wonderful memories of her and her smile and laugh. Many memories of our families together. She will always be in our hearts.

Natalie you will be missed... You were in angel on earth.

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My Dear Natalie,
I'm eternally grateful for the recent dinner we had at my house.The re-connection of old good friends with lots of stories! It was the greatest evening full of laughter and you reminding me of how crazy we were when we were young. I had know idea I would never see you again. A part of my heart has broke off. May you find your peace now my friend.You truley are an angel.Forever thankyou for your sweet friendship.Till we see each other again may you have eternal peace.
Always- Robin Anderson

Vic

November 9, 2010

Natalie, I always did Love your Smile. I think its one of the first things i can recall about you. just beaming and beautiful!your Smile left us all with an impression! that will be missed.
"Let the Winds of Heaven
let Your Spirit Dance"

Lea Gonzales

November 9, 2010

To the Gonzales family:
I understand the heartache you are feeling. Many hearts have been devastasted by the loss of Natalie. She had a way of infecting people with her sunshine the instant she met them. The world was a better place because of her. She will always be in our hearts, but our lives will never be the same without her. I am so sorry for your loss.

angelica ramirez

November 8, 2010

Natalie, thank you for all the special moments we shared. You have touched me deeply with your kindness and warmth. You will forever live in my heart. Rest in Peace...My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Michele Uribe

November 8, 2010

I love you Nat. My thoughts are with you ever day. I know that God wrapped you in His arms and held you tighter than you've ever been held. He is your peace.
My life is better for the smiles and laughter you put on my face and the warmth you put in my heart. I miss you so much. Dance in heaven like you've never danced before, DJ Nat.

Chole' Lane

November 8, 2010

Natalie, you were always so warm and friendly in school. When we first met you always remembered my name (sort of) and called me out in the halls. You were always so confident and happy. I am sorry I don't have anymore time to know you better.

Sandra Serrano

November 8, 2010

Natalie.....You were MY Big Sister..MY Mentor..MY Roomie..MY GodMother..My Confidant..MY Friend. ..And I Can't Imagine You Gone...I Will FOREVER Hold You In MY Heart...The World Lost An Angel...Heaven Received a Beautiful Soul...Love You Natalie ..Rest In Peace.

You Will NEVER Be Forgotten...

Sandra Serrano

November 8, 2010

Sandra Serrano

November 8, 2010

Natalie.....You were MY Big Sister..MY Mentor..MY Roomie..MY GodMother..My Confidant..MY Friend. ..And I Can't Imagine You Gone...I Will FOREVER Hold You In MY Heart...The Lost an Angel..Heaven Received a Beautiful Soul....Love You Natalie ..Rest In Peace.

Peace

Bobbi Erbe

November 8, 2010

Natalie,
If we saw each other every day or once a year or every other month it was always like yesterday. We had the same birthday and what could be better! I wish you peace and on our birthday I will still think of you!
Thank you for always being kind to me.
Love Bobbi

Kathleen Nelson(Tusch)

November 8, 2010

I have so many memories of when our families got together when we were kids, then we all grew up and went our different ways but I will always remember your laugh and great smile. You will be missed dearly

Ginger Berry

November 8, 2010

Natalie,I had such a great time with you at pride and City Fest. I was so excited about our holiday plans. I loved every moment of time we have shared through the years.You are a beloved and Missing you feels like im falling endlessly... I will serve a lifetime of "What If "....Your essence will forever stay with me and I pray I can be, if only a fraction of ,who you've been...If I can posses an ounce of your grace and beauty,Then surly, I too will join you in Heaven. I grieve in total selfishness and I am comforted by your peace. Take a trip to The Rainbow bridge and give my babies a rub for their momma. I know you will love it there....Aloha oe my beautiful friend...Until we meet again.XOXOXOXOXOXO

Marisela Perez-Meza

November 8, 2010

My dear Natalie, I still can believe I will not see your beautiful smile and have your friendly, heartfelt hugs. I feel very privileged for being part of your life. You will always have a special place in my heart.

Coco Cerda

November 8, 2010

Natalie, I still can't believe you are gone! I know you are with God and at peace but, how I wish you were here with us instead! I will never forget you. All of my memories of you are of laughing, smiling, talking, and having a good time! You were a great friend to me. Thank you! My prayers are with you and your family. Be with God and be in peace! I love you!

Coco Cerda

November 8, 2010

Natalie, I still can't believe you are gone! Although I know you are with God and at peace, I can't help but to wish you were here with us instead. I will never forget you. All of the memories I have of you are of laughing, talking, smiling, and having so much fun. You were a great friend to me. Thank you for all the great times! I love you Natalie and will miss you greatly! Be with God and be with peace!

Lil' Jen Lawrence

November 8, 2010

Natalie...I wish you knew and maybe you do how many lives you touched...you were such a wonderful and caring person and will be truly missed...I remember the first night I met you and how beautiful I thought you were and how lucky I was to be able to call you "my friend"... I remember one of the best moments in my life...it was in Palm Springs and we were in a jeep, rocking out to "No Scrubs by TLC" I think of the time and still I smile!!! I also remember helping out your doggies the best way I knew how and how grateful you were that I took the time to spend with them...I hope in my heart that you are in a better place and can look below and shine apon us like you always have...rest in peace my friend, I hug you from far away....
Always Your Lil' Jen...<3

November 8, 2010

Natalie- you shared such a young and tender time in my life with me. always and forever you will be in my heart. May you fly with the angles as I know you are in a beautiful and loving place...Veronica Mcdermott

Veronica McDermott

November 8, 2010

Natalie- you shared such a young and tender time in my life with me. always and forever you will be in my heart. May you fly with the angles as I know you are in a beautiful and loving place...Veronica Mcdermott

Marinapinoza Espinoza

November 8, 2010

When Natalie and myself met we were going threw the personal training course we would always go to class togther and go eat sushi while studying with our group of classmates over the years we grew so much closer and she grew on me and me on her... Nat you made a huge inpact on my life and blessed me with your wisdom and lightened my days w your beautiful smile you will always be alive in my heart and i will never forget you my dearest friend till we meet again Nat i love youand miss you like crazy!!!!

Shaunay Santiago

November 8, 2010

Natalie,
U will truly be missed u were such an amazing person I love having our time together when I would get to see that smile on ur face when I was done with ur hair n when u see ur pooches in their juicy sweaters awe so cute u were such a genuine person im going to miss u so much it's so hard fir
Me to believe and realize that this is real U made an amazing impact on my life u were NLT only a friend to me but u were and older sister and a second mother to me. Always there when I needed u !! I love u rest in peace my love

Elva Chavez

November 8, 2010

I am sorry that you had to leave us so soon. I will miss your smile and welcoming nature. I will always remember all the good times we all had together. I am very saddened that I will not see you again but you will always have a special place in my heart and thoughts...Duerme con los angelitos.

ceci acosta-meza

November 7, 2010

My DeArEsT BESTEST FRIEND..i will miss you oh so much..we shared so many memories and laughs and endless hours on the phone when we were kids...I could always count on you in school to make it worth going to...then as we grew apart with time and age,we crossed paths again..it was as if it was the next day,,...i know when we meet again it will be just the same..like we never parted..JaH will be wit you mi SiStA'..may you be at PeAcE and ReSt ...OnE <3 LoV3,,, Ceci

Sheila Martin

November 7, 2010

Lynn, you will be missed by so many people. I will never forget all the kind things you did for me over the years. I still remember you bringing me tacos for lunch one day when Grace was a newborn. You, Deborah and I all hung out together at my house and enjoyed the take-out meal...seems like just yesterday. I know you are at peace now in heaven, but remember we will never forget all that you did here on earth.

Celeste Martinez

November 7, 2010

It's been a long time, my friend, scense we shared our last hello's. And now that I've found you once again, I never even had the chance to say good-bye. I will remember your sweet embraceible smiles and your silly humor. Until we meet up again, you shall be missed always. Your friend, Celeste E. Martinez

Sofia Tocco

November 7, 2010

I miss you Natalie

Sofia Tocco

November 7, 2010

I miss you Natalie

When Natalie and I both met we became friends I Miss

Brenda Haywood

November 7, 2010

Nat, Lexie & Layla (Your beloved Babies)

Bianca Martinez-Corona

November 7, 2010

My Dear Friend Nat, I will alway remember the great and fun memories we shared. You were such a great person and I will never forget u!!! I don't think you know how much you touched so many people. Your Lexie & Layla will miss u so much!!! This is actually how I will always remember u with your children you loved dogs!!! ...

Brenda Haywood

November 7, 2010

Shauna Woodward

November 7, 2010

Natalie - you and I spent a lot of time together working our karate. Your art was fast and furious. I was always envious. Then

Dora Tellez Speedy

November 7, 2010

Lynn I will miss you? We grew up in the same town and went to school together; had the same instructor's and even got in trouble from to time, but we had fun. I will miss your smile .... we had fun hanging out with good friends. We lost contact after we got out of school and everyone went their own way, as life goes on ... but we found each other again through FB last year. I found our Holy First Communion picture .. where you're in the picture and me, Diana Leyva, Marybell Martinez .. some other classmates. I will always remember the good times we had growing up Lynn ... I will miss you .
God Bless You ... Love ... Dora Tellez - Speedy

Michelle Hawver

November 7, 2010

Natalie, your smile touched so many people in their lives and your warm heart. You will be missed not being here among us. However, God needed you more for other reasons, which could possibly be far greater than we can imagin. Maybe you are suppose to be our guide to help us see the way of the light that leads our way back to you. I know you are decorating a special place for us to spend eternity with you, maybe thats why God needs you. I love you and and look forward to the day of joy and harmony with you for eternity. Your friend in Jesus Christ, Michelle Hawver. P.S. I will miss playing one of your request, as I dj'd at the Flame and Bombay, "Missing" by "Everything But The Girl. One of your favorites. My prayers are with your family.....

Margarita Flores

November 7, 2010

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Michelle Hawver

November 7, 2010

Natalie, your smile touched so many people's in their lives and your warm heart. You will be missed not being here among us. However, God needed you more for other reasons, which could possibly far greater than we can imagin. Maybe you are suppose to be our guide to help us see the way of the light that leads our way back to you. I know you are decorating a special place for us to spend eternity with you, maybe thats why God needs you. I love you and and look forward to the day of joy and harmony with you for eternity. Your friend in Jesus Christ, Michelle Hawver. P.S. I will miss playing one of your request, as I dj'd at the Flame and Bombay, "Missing" by "Everything But The Girl. One of your favorites. My prayers are with your family.....

Leticia Cardenas

November 7, 2010

I miss you so much my dear friend. You will forever be in my heart. I will forever cherish all those years of unconditional love and friendship we shared. You were like a sister to me. Rest in peace my beautiful sister.

Marissa Avila

November 7, 2010

It's crazy how you made such an impact on me, in such a short period of time. That just shows how great of a person you really were. I'm grateful to have met and worked with you Nat. I miss your big beautiful smile and your FUNNY sense of humor! R.I.P. Miss you Nat! ?

Monique (Moe) Des Verges

November 6, 2010

I will remember you Natalie forever in my heart,i will miss the laugh,dancing,good times and fun time we had together from back in the days.I will miss you my friend rest in peace

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