Phillip Gonzales Sr.

Phillip Gonzales Sr. obituary

Phillip Gonzales Sr.

Phillip Gonzales Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Agape Funeral Chapel & Crematory - Lubbock from Jul. 1 to Jul. 2, 2025.

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Phillip Gonzales, 67, of Monahans passed away on June 24, 2025 in Lubbock, Texas. He was born on April 16, 1958 in Monahans to Angel and Delfina Gonzales. He grew up and attended schools in Monahans. He was an auto mechanic for many years. Phillip was always around to help anyone and everyone. He was a die hard Dallas Cowboys fan. He also loved Nascar and going to Penwell to watch drag races.

Philip was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Mario Gonzales; and two sisters, Angie Nunez and Bonnie Sotelo.

He is survived by his wife, Maria Marrufo; four daughters, Leticia Rodriguez of Monahans, Rachel Sotelo of Monahans, Geneva Sotelo of San Angelo, Julie Sotelo of Monahans; one son, Phillip Gonzales, Jr. of Monahans; two brothers, Angel Gonzales of Abilene, Jimmy Gonzales of Uvalde; three sisters, Criselda Benitez of Snyder, Irene Bustos of Monahans, Delvia Abila of Washington State; 10 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

The family will have services at a later date.

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