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ESTHER GONZALES Obituary

ESTHER JULIA GONZALES Esther Gonzales born February 16, 1937 of Tombstone, Arizona passed away on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 in Barstow, California with her loving family by her side. Esther was employed in Civil Service for 44 years. She is the wife of Jose (Eddie) Gonzales of Barstow, and the Mother of Eddie (Barstow), Roberta (San Francisco) and Michael (deceased). She is the Sister to Ruben Montijo (Barstow). Grandmother to Justin Gonzales (Apple Valley), Cody Gonzales (Barstow), Randall Hahn (New York) and Michael Hahn (San Francisco). She is a Great Grandmother to Hayden and Ashlyn Gonzales (Apple Valley) and Parker Gonzales (Barstow). She also leaves behind Great Daughter-In-Law, Janese Gonzales (Apple Valley) and Kate Smith (Barstow). Rosary will be held at 9am Monday, February 25 at St. Joseph's Church in Barstow, followed with a celebration of her life with a Mass at 10am.

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Published by Desert Dispatch on Feb. 22, 2013.

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Terry & Gloria Thompson

February 26, 2013

Gonzales family, May the love and peace of our Lord surround you throughout the coming days. Our thoughts and prayers to you all. With deepest sympathy,

February 25, 2013

Our deepest condolences to the entire Gonzales family. Esther was the person who gave me the opportunity to become a supervisor at FSD, she was my mentor and friend. Mrs. G you are going to be truely missed.
Louie and Ann Aviles

Melinda Tellez

February 25, 2013

Love and prayers for the family. So very sorry~

February 25, 2013

To the Gonzales family - our deepest condolences! From our family to yours' may you find comfort in the loving memories and may the strength in your faith help you through the healing journey. God Bless you all!

Ruby, Mike and the Garrett's

Ruby Adams

February 25, 2013

To the Gonzales family - our deepest condolences to you. From our family to yours' may you find comfort in the loving memories and the strength of your faith. God Bless you all through your healing journey.

Ruby & Mikey Adams and the Garrett family.

Armondo & Maria Rodriguez and family

February 25, 2013

Please accept our condolences,Ester was a great person of great strength.Her legacy will live long after.We are so sorry for your liss,Eddie Sr.,Eddie Jr. And Roberta.You were born to be strong as ykour mom knew.

hattie finley

February 25, 2013

May god give you strenght. So sorry for your lost.

hattie finley

February 25, 2013

May god give you strenght. So sorry for your lost.

Ben and Clara Esparza

February 24, 2013

On behalf of the entire Greigo family (including Roger and Ramona), we would like to express our deepest condolences to the family. Personally, Esther was my first boss at Mat Div, bldg 236. May she rest in the arms of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.

Frederick Swenson

February 24, 2013

At this time of great loss, I pray Our Lord be with the family. Praying His Mighty Hand Comforts all the family, with Peace knowing She is with Him. God Bless you all.

Marlo Koceski

February 24, 2013

Please accept my condolences on the loss of your wife, mother, grandmother, and mother-in-law. She was a very special person in my life and I am very grateful for the memories of our time together at FSD. Now, another angel has earned her wings. Rest in peace, dear and beloved lady....I love you, Marlo Koceski

Marlo Koceski

February 24, 2013

My deepest condolences to the Gonzales family for the devastating loss of your wife, mother, grandmother, and mother-in-law. She was a wonderful person and I am grateful for all the special memories I have of the time we spent together at FSD. Now, another angel has earned her wings. Rest in peace, dear and beloved lady. I love you, Marlo Koceski

Jacquie Chavez

February 23, 2013

Our prayers are with you all,at this difficult time . ~ chavez family

Lucy Bryce

February 23, 2013

God be with you all. Your loss is Her gain, she is with her creator, God Almighty!

Kerry Stapp

February 23, 2013

Please accept my condolences on the loss of your wife, mother and grandmother. Esther was a very special person in my life - my mentor for many years at the Marine Base.

February 22, 2013

My condolences and prayers are sent to the Gonzales family,at this difficult time..God bless Donna Gonzales Delgado

emma chavez

February 22, 2013

My prayers to you Roberta,Eddie,and Eddie Jr.Iam heartbroken for the loss of my friend,Your wife and mom.She was such a great Lady.R.I.P. Amiga

Kathi Nicholson MacArthur

February 22, 2013

So sorry to hear this Eddie, Roberta and Ed. Praying for the family. God Bless.

Lorraine juergens

February 22, 2013

Roberta,Eddie,And Jose i am so sorry to hear about this....my prayers go out to each of you.Roberta your mom and dad were always the best...i am so sad God bless.. heaven just got a true angel...love you all lorraine (O'Donnell) juergens... <3

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