Larry Gonzales

Larry Gonzales was born on March 6, 1948 in San Pedro. Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, coach, and friend passed away peacefully on January 2, 2016. Survived by his wife, Irene; children, Marc Gonzales, Janine Gonzales and Caren (Achilles) Maresca; grandchildren, Jillyan Gonzales, Lucy Soliz, Reese and Troy Maresca; parents, Danny and Sally Gonzales; mother-in-law, Helen Perez; brother, Ron (Mary) Gonzales; niece, Elisa Gonzales; nephew, Stephen (Jocelyn) Gonzales and many relatives and friends. A funeral Mass will be held on Friday, January 15, 2016 at 1:00pm at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in San Pedro. Interment will follow at Green Hills Memorial Park. Please sign guestbook at dailybreeze.com

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Published by Daily Breeze from Jan. 9 to Jan. 14, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Larry Gonzales

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Jeanne Santiago Lujan

June 8, 2016

Irene and Gonzales Family
I want to take this time to express our sincere condolences on the loss of Larry. Our prayers and thoughts are always in our hearts. Irene, you and I grew up together in church and school. When you meet Larry I knew it was instead Love and togetherness. You and Larry always were perfect parents and made everybody welcomed to your home. Thank you for your friendship and sharing Larry with all of us. He will always be shinning thru all of you and the children. He will never be forgotten because he left behind precious memories with everybody he met and grew-up with in his lifetime. May the Lord give you peace and comfort til we all meet again in Paradise. With Love, Jeanne Santiago Lujan, Sandi Santiago and Sylvia Espinosa - sisters in Christ

Ron and Penny Barry

January 16, 2016

Dear Gonzales family , my wife and I attended Larry's amazing service yesterday and it was a beautiful tribute to a very special person who was so loved. I went to school with Larry for 12 years but unfortunately only saw him a few times at church and a reunions since. We moved out of the area about 11 years ago and lost touch with many people. I want to thank Janine for a wonderful heartfelt talk that gave me insight into a great man who loved God and his family. God has Blessed this family. Rest in Peace my friend.

Denny Matttera

January 15, 2016

Dear Irene and family,

We were so sorry to hear about Larry. He will be greatly missed. I know Frank has many fond memories of Larry when they were younger and throughout the years. He had a great smile and good heart. My Mom and Dad were also saddened to hear about Larry. They send their love and condolences.
Sending lots of love and prayers,
Frank and Denny, Harold and Jackie Weber

Gail; Quinn

January 15, 2016

Irene & family,

I am so glad that Larry is beyond his pain and had reached his final reward. We weep for our loss of such a truly wonderful person that has been along with you such a wonderful part of our lives. I love you so much and am so grateful for all the wonderful years you and Larry have been a part of mine and Tamara and John's life. It is a void that cannot be healed, we will always miss him until we are called to join him. All my love and prayers are with you and the family.

Gail Quinn

Calvin Canedy

January 15, 2016

Irene and Family- Larry was a Loyal hard working and Happy addition to the San Pedro Golf Club. Once I became President he stepped up and volunteered to be the Secretary of the club and sent out a Monthly News Letter to all our members and we knew we could depend on him regardless of his issues. He will be greatly missed and please accept our Heart Felt Condolences. Cal canedy

Maury Edney

January 15, 2016

Dear Irene and family,

Carol and I are so sorry for your loss. I played golf with Larry for many years. He was a wonderful person and a great friend. I always enjoyed our club's annual trips to the desert. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. He will always be in our thoughts and prayers. Love and best wishes always, Maury and Carol Edney

Sylvia Lizarraga

January 14, 2016

Dear Irene and family,

I'm so sorry for your loss. I met Larry just a few times, but I could always see how happy the both of you were. You are such a beautiful person and a wonderful mother and I know you lost your best friend. May God bless you and your family during this time. He is your guardian angel in heaven. Love you very much...

January 14, 2016

Irene, I was a 14 year old freshman and Larry a 15 year old Sophomore at Lasuen playing on the JV baseball team together. During the ride home after a game on an old yellow school bus, Larry, while standing up looking out a window said, "Jay, come here." He had me look down into a car to see an attractive young lady driving. His next statement stayed a greeting between us for the next 52 years whenever we saw each other. He said, "Jay, check out the sec-a-tary!(emphasis on the Sec portion). Any function, any where, one of us would say, "Any Sec-a-tarries here today?"

When my former boss Sheriff Lee Baca was asked what type of Deputy he wanted for the Department, his answer would always be, "a genuinely good human being." That phrase is the one that keeps hitting me when describing Larry. Just a great great man and genuinely good human being. I will miss him greatly. Jay Zuanich

January 14, 2016

Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow and deepest sympathy on your loss. Larry was one of the most treasured members of our Chili Peppers Golf Club as he had the Wit, Charisma and grace that very few men in our world possess. He would brighten up every 19th hole he entered with a quick gentlemen's greeting and few stories of his USC days and then get into why he just missed that 300 yard longest drive marker. Irene, always remember a great soul serves everyone all the time. A great soul never dies. It brings us together again and again....Billy Ahumada Sr and Family.

January 14, 2016

Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you..... As one of a small number of past presidents and on behalf of the entire Wilmington Chili Peppers Golf Club organization I (We) extend our deepest condolences to Irene, Marc, Janine, Caren and the entire Gonzales family during this difficult time. We will fondly remember Larry and I know I can say this for all Chili Peppers, past and present, that we were very lucky to have had the pleasure of knowing, playing and sharing Larry's USC stories and fight song for those years he was with our club and believe me he will be greatly missed by all of us. May your memories of Larry give you peace and comfort....Sincerely, Sonny Velasco and the Chili Peppers brotherhood.

Carlos Trevino

January 14, 2016

To the Gonzalez Family,
What a wonderful man! Larry will be greatly missed. I've always enjoyed his company, especially at the many 'Breakfasts at the Diner'.
My prayers and heartfelt sympathy to you all,

Maria(Adrid) John Zrofsky

January 14, 2016

Dearest Irene, Marc,Caren, Janine and Family.
We heard of the loss of your husband and father. Our deepest condolences and prayers are with you all, at this time of his loss. I was fortunate to have known Larry for a number of years. As a young high school student , husband and by luck the best neighbor that lived down the street. Over the years, I remember hearing him practicing with the band in his garage at night. At times, Larry seemed entertained just working in his garage on the weekend. I would see him there for hours passing the time.
As for social gatherings, Larry seemed to out shine everyone in the room, his smile, laughter, and his genuine hello was straight from his heart, not to mention he was always dressed in his Hawaiian shirt and shorts. I know that God has a special place for him...gone to soon...
Sincerely

Chuy Ibarra

January 14, 2016

To The Gonzales Family, I am so sad to hear about Larry. He was truly a nice guy with a beautiful smile that lit up the whole room. He displayed absolute class in all that he did and he helped anyone he could. He had a huge heart. He was a great person, friend, and excellent coach. All of his MSHS softball teams loved him and had fun playing for him.
Rest in peace Larry. God Bless,

Chuy Ibarra

Bob/Phyllis Baranic

January 14, 2016

Irene and family, we are so sad to hear of Larry's passing. He was a wonderful man that will remain in all hearts forever. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Bernadette Enriquez-Padilla

January 14, 2016

Irene, I'm so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. My deepest condolences to the entire family. His smile and always kind words are what I remember about Larry even though I haven't seen him in years. I'm sure your treasure chest is full of loving memories that will keep his Spirit alive in your heart forever! May God Bless you and comfort you Always! ~ Bernie

MARIA ESPINOSA

January 14, 2016

Condolences on losing your loved one .May our lord Jesús Crist and god our .father .Who love us ,give you everlasting comfort and good hope .2tessalonians 2,16,17

January 13, 2016

I still remember the time when Ronnie his brother one of my best friends took me to Larrys bachelor party one of my best teenage
highlights.and when-his band play at my wedding it was EPIC Those are the kind of things that he will be remembered for - making people smile and bringing laughter in their lives. And while it's going to be very difficult to think of this world without him, it is a happy thought knowing that wherever he is, he is only spreading happiness.
Bobby And Nikki Robles

Mike Avila

January 13, 2016

So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. I grew up on Walker just around the corner from Larry. He was all ways so nice to me and I will all ways remember that. Also listening in the alley outside his garage listening to him and his band play. R.I.P. my friend and neighbor you are truly in a better place. God bless.

January 12, 2016

Dear Irene and Family,
Our deepest condolences.May he rest in peace, he was such a great person.We will miss his smile and kindness.

With Sympathy,
Mike and Rose Ann Lusic

Sidney Culver

January 12, 2016

I was just telling my wife all the things that I read in the guestbook before I even read one about Larry. What a great guy, what a great legacy. I haven't seen him for a while but what a great friend he was, I'll miss him. Irene I pray that the Lord will comfort you and draw you ever closer at this time.

Lucille and Ray De La Cruz

January 12, 2016

Dear Irene and Family,

I'm so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I remember Larry's beautiful smile.

Luci and Ray De La Cruz

Dan Welle

January 12, 2016

My sincerest and heart felt condolences to the entire Gonzales family. It hurts to see the passing of a friend with whom you grew up! Holy Trinity and Fermin Lasuen, choir, glee club and little league baseball, you don't have to call a person every day to be a friend when you have shared so much growing up!

Mr. (Danny) & Mrs. Gonzales, you and your entire family are in my prayers!

Ut Deus tuus confortavi te protegunt i ob amorem

Debbie Bergner

January 11, 2016

Dear Irene and Family, I am so very sorry to read of Larry's passing. I'm in shock and my heart hurts for all of you. I talked to Vivian Nemie who mentioned Larry had been sick. He was a wonderful man who always had a great smile. I will be praying for all of you knowing God will keep you in the palm of his hand. May u find comfort in knowing Larry is at peace.
My love to all of you,
Debbie Sanchez Bergner

January 11, 2016

I always enjoyed Larry's sense of humor and admired his kindness to everyone. So many fond memories of our schooldays together. My thoughts and prayers are with you and his entire family.

John Butorac

January 11, 2016

Irene and Family,
I was very sorry to hear the news about Larry. Larry and I went to school together from the first through the 12th grade. He was always one of the best people, always friendly and always a pleasure to be with. I remember envying him at Holy Trinity when the piano teacher would come to free him from class for his piano lessons while the rest of us had to stay in the classroom. He always had such a big smile on his face when he left the room. Larry will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Patti Folsom-Medina

January 11, 2016

Irene and Family,
Larry was such a wonderful man. His smile, sense of humor and beautiful voice were such precious gifts.
With deepest and heartfelt sympathy,
xoxo

Lydia Ramirez

January 11, 2016

Irene and Family My deepest condolonces to hear of the saddest news. You were blessed with a such a good loving husband, father, grandfather. May the Lord help you and your loved ones thru this difficult time.

Mark Sundstedt

January 11, 2016

It's always sad to lose a friend and fellow classmate. I looked up to and admired Larry quarterbacking our CYO football team, excelling in academics in the classroom,or playing the organ at sunday masses,to name a few fond memories. I will keep Larry, Irene and his extended family in my prayers.

January 11, 2016

Irene, Marc, Caren, Janine, and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Larry's passing. We will always remember him as a kind man always wearing a smile. Our prayers and condolences to the family during this difficult time.
Anthony & Ana DiLeva and family

Nick Maricic

January 11, 2016

Dear Irene and Family.

My deepest condolences. Larry Gonzales was one of the nicest person I have had the privilige to meet. Larry was a perfect gentleman with a quick wit, whose soft voice I can hear as I am writing. His patience with me after constantly hitting his golf ball by mistake ( his was always straighter) was appreciated. He has blessed us all with lasting memories of a very fine friend, performer and athlete.

Nick Maricic

January 10, 2016

Dear Irene & Family,
Jim and I send our deepest condolences. I knew Larry since I was thirteen and will always remember his smile. At times like these words can't always fully express what one feels when someone you know has passed away. We pray for all of you and all of us that knew him will have many memories to look back on. God Bless you.

Sincerely,
Kathie (Palada) & Jim Dixon

Susie Aguirre Sansbury

January 10, 2016

Irene and family, No words can ever express the sadness we all feel for the loss of your beloved husband, father and grandfather..Larry was a true friend to everyone..Until we meet again..

Lisa Gingeleskie

January 10, 2016

We are so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. We have the most wonderful memories of him from Notre Dame....always with a smile on his face. He will be missed. Love to you all! Lisa & Dave

Wilma Gettler-Rucker

January 10, 2016

Larry and Irene..I always remember the two of you in High School as sweethearts and seeing you grow together and staying together in church. I remember you Larry playing in your band, I just don't remember the name right now, and I was so honored that you played the Wedding March for my Wedding at Holy Trinity in 1970.
Many years and many memories. Can never forget You and Irene, Together forever and to soon to lose you. My sympathy Irene, and to your children and grandchildren.

Ron and Penny Barry

January 10, 2016

So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. Have many fond memories from Holy Trinity and Fermin. May God Bless and comfort the Gonzales family at this time of sorrow. Rest in Peace my friend.

Tony Reyes

January 9, 2016

So sorry to hear of Larry's passing Great memories of Larry and his band playing at my sisters wedding and also what good neighbors the Gonzalez family were on Second Street God Bless The Gonzalez Family

Martha Austin McKinzie

January 9, 2016

Irene and Family,
No one can ever have an unkind word for that man, nor he for others! Even as kids, Larry on Second St., me on First and Walker, Larry was always KIND to everyone! He was still 'one of the guys' but never forgot to respect his fellow man.
Then, fast forward a lifetime to his modeling courage and bravery over the past few years as he fought his illness' complications. What bravery!
From his love of family, friends, music, sports he NEVER forgot the love of his God. You always knew he was a model Christian- not a saint but a great Christian man. Larry will always be remembered and all of his loved ones in my prayers.
Sincerely, Martha Austin McKinzie

January 9, 2016

Irene and family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Love, Bobby and Nikki Robles

Steve and Ronna Uruburu

January 9, 2016

Our condolences to the Gonzales Family. Larry was a wonderful and caring person with a heart as big as his smile. We are all blessed to have known him. May He Rest in Peace.

Richard and Liz Gonzalez

January 9, 2016

Dear Irene,Marc,Janine,Caren and family. We will always remember the laughter, kindness and love Larry gave to all. Our sincere thoughts are with you all at this time. His legacy of love will live on through each and every one of you. With all our love and prayers.

January 9, 2016

We are so sorry in the loss of your husband, father,grandfather. Praying for peace and comfort in your loss.
Barbara and Roger Cloutier

Marie Oliveri

January 9, 2016

I've known Larry since grade school at Holy Trinity. He was funny and very nice. When I would see him, even if it had been years since the last time, he would greet me as if I had seen him the day before. He will be missed by so many of us who went to school with him. May he rest in peace. My prayers and thoughts are with his entire family.

Kathy Mattera-Doty

January 9, 2016

Dear Irene and Family,
Many many wonderful memories of Larry. Thank you for hosting many office get-togethers and allowing us to be a part of your family. Larry was the greatest host and always kept us entertained with great food and music! He will truly be missed. This faithful man is now walking with the Lord. Amen. Love you, Kathy

Joe Mendoza

January 9, 2016

Our condolences to Irene and the entire Gonzales family. Larry was a great guy who always greeted everyone with a smile. He enriched the lives of every one who knew him. May he rest in peace.

Joe and Elvira Mendoza

jerry iacono

January 9, 2016

One of the truly great gentleman, may you rest in peace Larry. Enjoy the wonderful golf courses in heaven. You have a beautiful family, may they relish in the great memories you all shared.

January 9, 2016

My condolences to the Gonzales family. May you find comfort from God's word recorded at Ecclesiastes 9:5,10 regarding the loss of your love one.

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