Earl Joseph Gonzalez

Earl Joseph Gonzalez obituary, Macclenny, FL

Earl Joseph Gonzalez

Earl Gonzalez Obituary

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Earl Joseph Gonzalez, age 82 of Macclenny passed away Friday, February 11, 2022 at Memorial Hospital after an extended illness. He was born on February 1, 1940 to the late Mr. Joe and Dicie (Crews) Gonzalez in Jacksonville. Most people in Baker County knew Mr. Earl from his years of dedicated service as a deputy with the Sheriff's Office, from which he would retire. He attended church for many years at Christian Fellowship Temple.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters: Laura Honeycutt and CoraLee Crawford.
He is survived by his beloved wife of forty-six years: Debra Gail Gonzalez; children: Scott (Edwina) Gonzalez, Gerald (Jessica) Gonzalez, and Lorinda (Mike) Fish all of Glen St. Mary; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brothers: Donnie (Pam) Gonzalez and Ronnie Gonzalez; his dog: ChaCha; as well as extended family members.
The family will be receiving friends Monday, February 14, 2022 at 1:00PM at Christian Fellowship Temple. Funeral services will begin at 2:00 PM with Pastors David Thomas and Timmy Thomas officiating. Interment will follow at Macedonia Cemetery.
Hawke M.T. Forbes and H.M. "Hank" Forbes, Jr. of Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the family with arrangements. "With Your Family In Mind". (904) 259-4600. Please leave your condolences for the family in the online guestbook at www.forbesfuneralhome.net.
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Dan Hartley

February 7, 2024

Earl was a tough man, a good deputy and though we weren't friends, because he was old enough to be my father, I respected him greatly. I am glad for the experiences we shared as coworkers. It's hard to believe it's been two years already.

Dan Hartley

February 14, 2022

I worked with Mr. Gonzalez at the Sheriff's Office back in the 80's. I remember him being a force to be reckoned with! My prayers and thoughts are with his family during this time.

Kay Combs

February 13, 2022

Debra, my thoughts and prayers are with you, Scott, Selena, and family. May you all find love comfort, and peace in your memories of Earl. Love you, my friend.

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