Iris Gonzales

Iris Gonzales obituary, Odessa, TX

Iris Gonzales

Iris Gonzales Obituary

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Iris Salcido Gonzales, who left us on January 4, 2025. She was 57 years old. 

Iris was a devoted Christian, a woman of unwavering faith who found comfort and strength in her relationship with Jesus Christ. She was a faithful member of Community Baptist Church in Midland, Texas, where her kindness and dedication to her faith made a lasting impact on all who knew her. Iris also worked for many years with the Midland Independent School District (MISD), where she touched the lives of many students, colleagues, and families.

Above all, Iris cherished her family. She was a loving wife to Javier, whom she married on May 30, 1986, and shared a beautiful life together for 38 years. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend, and her greatest joy came from spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren. Her love was unconditional, and her home was always filled with warmth, laughter, and the comforting presence of her caring spirit.

While we will deeply miss her, we take comfort in knowing that she is now free and in the arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As Scripture says, “He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.” Her faith and love will continue to guide us as we hold her memory close in our hearts.

Iris is preceded in death by her parents, Guadalupe R. and Susana O. Salcido, brothers Frank and Rogelio Salcido, and her daughter, Suzette Adelaida Gonzales.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Javier Gonzales; her son, Jeremiah Gonzales, and his wife, Diana; her daughter, Ilena Carrasco, and her husband, Miguel; her son, Javan Gonzales, and his wife, Mia Barreraz; as well as her beloved grandchildren, Nehemiah, Nathaniel, Juliana, Eliam, Adelaida, Matizyn, and Alex. She is also survived by numerous other family members and friends who will forever hold her memory in their hearts.

Visitation: Saturday 1-11-2025, from 3pm-9pm at Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home.

Visitation: Sunday 1-12-2025, from 1pm-4pm at Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home then her body will be moved to Hope Alive Church 305 E 19th St from 5pm-9pm with a prayer service at 7pm.

Funeral service is set for 1pm Monday 1-13-2025 at First Baptist Church Español 601 N Lee Odessa, Tx, with Pastor Antonio Morales and Co-Pastor Jose Cruz officiating.

Rest in peace, Mama/Nana. You are forever loved and never forgotten.

 

Con corazones llenos de dolor, anunciamos el fallecimiento de nuestra querida madre, Iris Salcido Gonzales, quien nos dejó el 4 de enero de 2025. Tenía 57 años.

Iris fue una cristiana devota, una mujer de fe inquebrantable que encontraba consuelo y fortaleza en su relación con Jesús. Fue miembro fiel de la Iglesia Bautista de la Comunidad en Midland, Texas, donde su bondad y dedicación a su fe dejaron una huella duradera en todos los que la conocieron. Iris también trabajó durante muchos años en el Distrito Escolar Independiente de Midland (MISD), donde tocó la vida de muchos estudiantes, colegas y familias.

Sobre todo, Iris valoraba profundamente a su familia. Fue una esposa amorosa para Javier, con quien se casó el 30 de mayo de 1986, y compartieron una hermosa vida juntos durante 38 años. Fue madre, abuela y amiga, y su mayor alegría venía de pasar tiempo con su esposo, hijos y nietos. Su amor era incondicional, y su hogar siempre estaba lleno de calidez, risas y la reconfortante presencia de su espíritu cariñoso.

Aunque la extrañaremos profundamente, nos consuela saber que ahora está libre y en los brazos de nuestro Señor y Salvador, Jesucristo. Como dice la Escritura: “Él enjugará toda lágrima de sus ojos, y ya no habrá muerte, ni habrá más llanto, ni clamor, ni dolor, porque las primeras cosas han pasado.” Su fe y amor seguirán guiándonos mientras mantenemos su memoria en nuestros corazones.

Iris fue precedida en la muerte por sus padres, Guadalupe R. y Susana O. Salcido, sus hermanos Frank y Rogelio Salcido, y su hija, Suzette Adelaida Gonzales.

Le sobreviven su devoto esposo, Javier Gonzales; su hijo, Jeremiah Gonzales, y su esposa, Diana; su hija, Ilena Carrasco, y su esposo, Miguel; su hijo, Javan Gonzales, y su esposa, Mia Barreraz; así como sus amados nietos, Nehemiah, Nathaniel, Juliana, Eliam, Adelaida, Matizyn y Alex. También le sobreviven muchos otros familiares y amigos que siempre llevarán su memoria en sus corazones.

Velorio: Sábado 1-11-2025, de 3pm a 9pm en Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home.

Velorio: Domingo 1-12-2025, de 1pm a 4pm en Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home, luego su cuerpo será trasladado a Hope Alive Church 305 E 19th St de 5pm a 9pm con un Servicio de Oración a las 7pm.

El Funeral está programado para la 1pm del lunes 13 de enero de 2025 en First Baptist Church Español 601 N Lee Odessa, Tx, con el pastor Antonio Morales y el co-pastor José Cruz oficiando.

Descansa en paz, Mama/Nana. Te amamos por siempre y nunca te olvidaremos.

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