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RAFAEL GONZALES Obituary
Rafael Reyes Gonzales died unexpectedly June 12, 2016 at the age of 60 in Everett, WA at the Providence Hospital. He was born on July 10, 1955 in Toledo, OH.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Dorina N. Reyes; his father, Jesus H. Gonzales; and three brothers.
He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Mary S. Gonzales; three sons, Rafael J. (and wife, Stacy) Gonzales, David Gonzales, Angel Gonzales; eleven grandchildren; two great grandchildren; nine brothers; six sisters; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He had a passion for life and made friends wherever he went. He loved to fish, BBQ, and spend time with family. He will be greatly missed by all.
Please come out and celebrate his life on Friday, June 17, 2016 at 1:30 pm at Kern Funeral Home, 1122 South Third Street, Mount Vernon, WA. A reception will follow. Donations may be made directly to Kern Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for RAFAEL GONZALES
Gabriela Sandoval Moon
June 18, 2016
Tio Rafa you were a generous and kind man that made a huge impact on this world. We will miss you.
Ofelia Perez
June 17, 2016
Mary and Boys so sorry for your loss my prayers are with you all and may God give you strength and comfort at this time of sorrow .God Bless you and may Rafael rest in peace ! Love you !
Steve Marley
June 17, 2016
I didn't know you very well, but you were always very kind,you will be missed,thank you for the time,rest in peace.
Becky Solis
June 17, 2016
R.I.P Tio
Becky Gonzalez Solis
June 17, 2016
R.I.P Tio Rafael. Fly with the Angels! Till I see you again. Love ya.
Jerami-jerome Zapata-Tom
June 17, 2016
Uncle Rafi I will u very miss an and very greatful for getting to know u an to aunty marry I will be praying for u OK as well I will be praying for uncle rafi to
Jerami-Jerome Zapata-Tom
June 17, 2016
FIRST I WOULD LIKE TO SAY THIS...DEAR HEAVENLY FATHER THANK YOU ANOTHER DAY ON UR GOOD GREEN EARTH ALSO I WOULD LIKE TO ASK YOU TO WELCOME MY UNCLE RAFF WITH OPEN ARMS N PLZ WATCH OVER HIS FAMILY WHO ARE STILL HERE WITH US N BLESS THEM ALL FROM YOUNGEST TO THE OLDEST LORD AND PLZ PUT YOUR LUVING ARMS AROUND MY AUNTY MARRY N HELP HER TO GET THROUGH THE TOUGH TIME LAYING UNCLE RAFAEL TO REST LORD N HRLP THEIR KIDS N GRANDKIDS THROUGH THIS ROUGH TIMES O LORD...SO AGAIN LORD THANK U FOR THE DAY N BLESS EVERYONE THAT KNEW HIM N COMING TO PUT HIS TO REST LORD IN YOUR MIGHTY NAME I PRAY N ASK YOU OF ALL THIS AMEN ...AMEN....& AMEN....
Lorraine Zapata
June 16, 2016
RIP Rafi. You will be missed my very close and dear friend. I will always keep your smile and laugh in my memories.
Sue N
June 15, 2016
Rafael was such a kind and generous person. I miss our morning chats about fishing and gardening.
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