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ATTORNEY RENE S. GONZALEZ, 41, of Houston, Texas, lost his long battle with cancer on Sunday, November 2, 2008. He was born July 21, 1967, in El Campo, Texas, to Rafael and Teresa Gonzalez. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Houston with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree (1990) and later graduated with a Doctorate of Jurisprudence (1993) from the University of Houston Law School. Upon graduation, he formed Rene S. Gonzalez and Associates in Houston, Texas where he practiced law for 15 years. Over his career, Rene advocated for over 175,000 individuals. He was involved in providing expert testimony in Austin on various legislation affecting all Texans. He was also a member of the Municipal Bar Association of Harris County and the Mexican American Bar Association. He was a beloved husband, father, dear son, brother and loyal friend. Rene adored his wife and was very proud of his children, they were his world. Rene was also very devoted to God. In his early teens, he was a born again child of God though saving faith in Jesus Christ his Savior and Lord. Rene leaves behind many family and close friends who will cherish the bonds that his passing cannot break. Survivors include his wife Lorene Gonzalez, children Meagan and Nathan Gonzalez of Houston; parents Rafael "Ralph" and Teresa Gonzalez of El Campo; brothers Rafael "JR" Gonzalez and his wife Martha, and their children Trini and Matthew of El Campo, and Randy Gonzalez and his son Austyn of El Campo; and several dear aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives, and friends. A viewing and service will be held at Forest Park East Funeral Home in Webster from 6:00 8:00 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2008. A funeral service will be held at Sagemont Church, 11300 S. Sam Houston Pkwy E. in Houston at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 8, 2008. Burial will follow at Forest Park East Cemetery.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Nov. 5, 2008.

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Imelda Cardenas

December 2, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Judge Russ Ridgway

November 20, 2008

To the Rene Gonzalez family:
Rene and his lawyer associates were well known to our court. We appreciate his dedication to his clients through his professional conduct and passion for those in need of his services. We wish his family condolences and encouragement to follow his fine example.

Gilbert Love

November 15, 2008

To the family of Rene Gonzalez, my sincere condolences, prayers are with you. Rene always had a greatest respect for every police officers. I will miss him in court, or flying out of the airport with the family. May he rest in Peace.

Dolores Merz

November 13, 2008

Dear Lorene you do not know me but I Know Rene when we were younger. My Parents know Ralph & Teresa as we all went to the same church,my father used to preach there till he was called to pastor a church in Corpus Christi. It sadden me to hear of his death as well as his battle with cancer as I did not know about it. But it gladens my heart that he was still serving the Lord and I know he is in a better place and hearing the words from our Savior " Well done my good and faithfull servent. Well you let Ralph & Teresa know my parents also send there condolences to them as well as yourself. Please know you and your family will be in my prayers.( My parents are David & Manuela Rodriguez)

Elizabeth

November 13, 2008

Dearest Lori, Meagan, Nathan & family -- My deepest condolences as your family suffers the loss of Rene. My prayers are with you throughout this time, and the days ahead. Rene will not only be missed, but always remembered. May you find comfort in your memories and strength in God's love.

Wendy Huffman

November 12, 2008

Lori, Meagan, Nathan and family,
Our prayers are with you all. Rene was a great guy and will be deeply missed. Please know we are here for you all.
John & Wendy Huffman & family

Ever Garza

November 11, 2008

Lori, I am so sorry for you and your family's loss. I just got word about it and my heart dropped. I am so sad by the news I received today, I know how such a great loss feels and please know that you have my deepest condolences. My heart goes out to you and your whole family and may God bless you and your entire family during this time.

Stacy Flach

November 10, 2008

Lorene,
I am so very sorry for yours and your family's loss. I cherished the time that I was able to get to know you and Rene. I am thankful that I had the opportunity to take care of Rene. You and your family are in my prayers. I know you are a very strong person (I witnessed this almost daily) and you will get through this with God at your side. May God bless you and your family.

Stacy
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Brain and Spine Center

Mary

November 9, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this difficult time. I was blessed to be part of a very special group of friends at the university, that included Rene, and we had some of the most memorable times together. He will be missed. God bless you all.

Eternal Love

Robert Farmer

November 7, 2008

Rene Gonzalez, What a Blessing you have been for your entire Family. I read a Messege tonight at your memorial "God Only Takes the Best"
How True. Rene you will be greatly missed by so many that were blessed to meet you, to know You.
Lori You are so special that Our Father God loaned you such a Angel to Show you what LOVE Truely is like. Bless Your Hearts with Heavenly LOVE.

Sandra Lopez

November 7, 2008

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal- Rene is greatly missed, with deepest sympathy to the Gonzalez Family

dan corrigan

November 7, 2008

To your entire family, I am so sorry for you loss. Rene was a great man who will be missed a lot around the courthouse. He was always such a pleasant and outgoing guy. It seems like only yesterday that he started the pratice of law. Again, so sorry for this loss,but know that he is in a higher place

CRUZ RIOS

November 7, 2008

FAMILIA GONZALEZ,
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME.GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS.
CARINOSAMENTE,
THE RIOS FAMILY

elmer gutierrez

November 7, 2008

to the family of our dear:rene,i will miss him ,because he was very good human,with spirit,and good feeling for the peoples.i will miss him at court,or at this offices,but i know his in better places,god bless to the family,(jeremy.33,3)thanks rene for eveything you do for every other

Angie Davis

November 7, 2008

Dear Lori, Megan and Nathan,
My prayers are with you in this time of loss. Knowing Rene was a pleasure and a privilage. He was a pillar of strenth for you and the entire family. He will be deeply missed.

Hector

November 7, 2008

My greatest condolonces to you guys. If there's anything I can do to help, know that I will be there. Meeting him and you guys has been quite a blessing for me & my family.

Jose Mireles, HPD

November 7, 2008

To the family of Rene Gonzalez, my sincere condolences, and prayers are with you.
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Rene always had a warm smile and had the greatest respect for every police officer. Rene was a great person to know and will be deeply missed by all. I hope to see him standing by me, in my defense, when I stand in judgment before God. :-)

November 6, 2008

My sincerest condolences for the entire family.

I went to U of H with Rene and we had a few classes together and were members of the HBSA organization at the university.

I am very saddened to hear of his passing.

May God bless you all.

The Favoriti Family

November 6, 2008

Dearest Lori, Meagan and Nathan,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We are so sorry to hear about Rene's passing. May he rest in peace.

Massimo and Anne Favoriti,
Nicolas and Catherine

A Parent St. Anne School

November 6, 2008

My heartfelt sympathies to the Gonzalez family in suffering this incredible loss. While I did not know Mr. Gonzalez or his family personally, I knew he courageously battled his illness with strength and perseverance for his beloved family.

"Eternal Rest Grant Unto him O Lord, and May Your Perpetual Light shine upon him. May he rest in peace, AMEN."

Christie Billings

November 6, 2008

We are only one of many, many Saint Anne Catholic School families offering prayers of comfort, that Lori, Nathan and Meagan will always feel the warmth of Rene's love surrounding them, just as Rene is now embraced by the Eternal Love of His Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
With deepest Sympathy,
The Billings Family

Rose Gonzalez

November 5, 2008

My heart and prayers go out to Lori,Meagan,and Nathan. Rene was a good friend, with a warm smile on his face. He was a guardian angel sent from heaven. He would always help my daughter (Melissa) and cared for her like his own. Rene was her mentor.
He will be deeply missed. May god bless you.

Leticia Medina

November 5, 2008

Lori, I just cant imagine what you are going through. Rene was a wonderful person. I've had the pleasure of working with him since '97 at the Municipal Courts. He will be missed. My family and I would like for you to know that you are in our thoughs and prayers. Rene is looking over you and the kids. My deepest sympathy to you in your time of grief.

Joe Corrigan

November 5, 2008

Our sincere condolences, our prayers are with you.

Michael & Glenda Kubosh

November 5, 2008

Rene would walk into my office set in front of my desk, smile and then the conversation would continue from our last meeting. I enjoyed seeing him everyday as he walked in front of my office. I will miss him.

Irene Villarreal

November 5, 2008

To the Family of Rene Gonzalez,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of Rene. He was a warm, humorous and chatty individual. Always had a smile on his face---had a way of brightening up a bad day. It was a blessing and an honor to have known him. May our Lord Jesus Christ grant you peace, love and comfort during this most difficult time.
Irene Villarreal & Joseph Villarreal

Pastors Jesse & Diana DeLaGarza

November 5, 2008

In this time of sadness the Lord who knows your every need will comfort and keep you ,Our prayers are with you and the family. GOD BLESS YOU and our condolences from Monte Del Olivar Church.

Alma Tom

November 5, 2008

To Rene's family my sincere condolences. Rene was a great person who will be missed.

Bertha and Balde Guerrero

November 5, 2008

We are so sorry we will not be able to be with you at this time of sorrow. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family. May God Bless you and give you comfort for he is our Comforter. Bertha a cousin in Beeville, Texas

Suzette Martinez

November 5, 2008

My prayers and thoughts go out to the Gonzalez family.

Rick Sloan

November 5, 2008

He sounds like he was a Great Man sorry for his passing, God's Speed Rene you will be missed

Wanda Harris

November 5, 2008

To all of Rene's family
I just want to you to know that I have, still am, and will be in prayer for you. Even though I didn't know Rene well, I was deeply impressed with his spiritual essence when Robby died. He was a beacon of Light. It was quite obvious that he was a dedicated believer in Jesus. May the one that he loved Jesus Christ give you the comfort you need during this time. GOD BLESS YOU. Wanda (Jeremy's Mom)

MELISSA TORRES

November 5, 2008

IT HAS BEEN A PLEASURE WORKING FOR RENE FOR 3YRS, HE WAS MORE THAN A FRIEND TO ME, HE WAS THE FATHER I NEVER HAD, I WILL ALWAYS REMEBER THE LAUGHS & GOOD TIMES WE HAD. RENE YOU WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED. I LOVE YOU

Carla Rogers

November 5, 2008

Rene was one of the attorneys that never complained when dealing with public sevices. He would always have a smile on his face when he was coming to the courts. I say to the family, it is good to know when a person did good deeds here on earth just imagine what deeds GOD has for him in heaven. May GOD be with you always and you will remain in my prayers.

Robert Farmer

November 5, 2008

Lorene,Meagan,Nathan
My Heart is One with yours the Loss of Rene is a Great one, May God Bless your Hearts with Comfort, Your Mind with Peace and Your Eyes with with insight of his Divine need for Rene at his side. Your Memories will give you Great Strength. God Bless Your Hearts..........a Friend always Robert Farmer

Laura Padilla

November 5, 2008

My heart goes out to Lori and the kids during this most difficult time. Rene was such a wonderful person who was taken away way too soon. I speak from the heart when I tell you that we were blessed to have known Rene. Lori, I will continue to pray for you and the kids and hope that you are able to find some peace. Rene loved you and the kids so much, that will never change.

Raul Rodriguez

November 5, 2008

To Rene and his family my sincere condolences

Tom DeHart

November 5, 2008

Rene was a very good friend and will be greatly missed. Condolences to the family.

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