Patrick "Chato" Gonzales
Patrick "Chato" Gonzales
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He was born March 17, 1981 in Las Vegas, NM to Frank "Gorilla" Gonzales and Rosalie Martinez.
He is preceded in death by both his parents and his younger brother Adam Gonzales. His maternal grandparents, Antonio and Conferina Martinez, Maternal aunts Arlita Lopez and Mary Louise Gonzales.
He is survived by his maternal uncles, George Martinez, wife Elena, Benjamin Martinez, wife Connie, and Aunt Virginia Chavez. Cousins whom he loved, and passed most of his time with, Jonathan Gonzales, Benjamin Martinez Jr, Brian Martinez, good friend Lisa "ducky " Ortiz. His cousin Theresa Lopez who he called his sis, and numerous family members and friends, and special friend Antoinette Martinez.
He lived his adult years in Texas where he went to Culinary School and became a Chef. Although he loved to cook and experiment with seasonings, and food, we all will remember Pate for his car radio systems and always having to "bump it". He will truly be missed by all. Rest in peace.
Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of Sorrows Church on Wednesday January 21, 2026 at 9:30am with burial following at San Jose Cemetery.
Arrangements are entrusted to and under the care of Rogers Mortuary, 600 Reynolds Ave., Las Vegas, NM 87701, 505-425-3511 or 1-800-479-3511.
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