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Christopher Thomas Gonzales

Christopher Gonzales Obituary

Christopher Thomas Gonzales was born July 6, 1968 in Montebello, Calif., and passed away on Mon., March 9, 2009, in Arcadia, Calif. Chris was a former member of the USC Golf Team, a Professional Golfer, U.S. Open participant, and teaching professional. Chris was a loving father to his seven year old son, Zachary, who lives in Palm Desert, Calif., with his mother, Karen Williamson. Chris is survived by his parents, Rose Marie Theard and Robert Gonzales, as well as his four siblings, Gina, Bobby, Jackie and Michael. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to the Zachary Williamson Gonzales Trust Fund at Pacific Western Bank in Indian Wells, Calif. A memorial service will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Palm Desert on Thurs., March 19, 2009 at 3:30 PM. All friends and family are invited to attend the memorial service. A reception will follow the Mass. Chris was a warm, sensitive man that will be missed by all.

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Published by The Desert Sun on Mar. 17, 2009.

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David Lai

July 17, 2020

My first Pro and good friend. Last saw him when he was working at Western Golf and Country Club.

September 22, 2018

Chris was an amazing friend. He never hesitated on giving to other peoples needs. I remember him telling me, "I can never say no to anyone". It's been 9 years and there isn't anyone that knows him who does't miss him and his annoying sayings. They were brilliant!
A good man.

-Paul Siordia

Zachary Williamson

July 6, 2016

Dad, even though it has been 7 years since you died. We all have you in our hearts. We will never forget you and you will always be in our hearts and our memory's. We miss you and wish you were here with us.

Zachary Williamson Gonzales

April 23, 2015

Dad, I miss you so much, I wish you could still be hear with me, me and my mom think about you everyday, love Zach ;(

April 26, 2012

chris,

i have so many great memories of you and our three years together at schurr high school. you helped make my game the best it could have ever been. all your tips and help is something i will have with me for a lifetime.

i remember all those nights we would putt together way after the sun went down. and i remember how we would play skins for a quarter a hole and after nine holes you'd have me down $2.25! but not once would you ever take my money.

my grandpa always told me you were the best golfer he had ever played golf with. and i'm sure you two are playing a round of golf together up in heaven.

when we first met, i couldn't break 100. by the end of my junior year, you helped me breaking 80 pretty consistantly.

each and everytime i look at my "foothill league championship" patch, i think of you and it puts a smile on my face.

thanks for many great memories my dear friend.

missing you,
glen miki
schurr high school class of 1987

February 11, 2012

Hello to the entire family. I was shocked when I had found out and my respects to his son and wife. I am sure this would be acknowledged by those of us from the old neighborhood if they can be part of this message of respect. I have to mention this because I had to jump the fence behind the second tee box and Chris had his own gate and key to the first green to practice his short game. What really tripped me out is when Chris or Gina would be putting bare footed! That was and is one of the strong memories of how the course and Chris are attached to my stories of him and his family. Stay strong and thanks to Bob, Bobby, Mike, and Gina for allowing me to golf with you during my years around Montebello Golf Course. Peace Chris from Sepulveda!

zachary williamson gonzales

February 1, 2011

i love you daddy

christian james

August 30, 2010

you're still missed my brother

June 7, 2010

you were such a good person...

November 21, 2009

Karen... I hope you will be great...

Sgt. Brian Doyle

June 11, 2009

"My deapest sympathies for the family, Karen and Zach." I met Chris at a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department golf tournament where he was raising money for abused children. He was at a par 5 and would hit your drive for only $5. Well, we hit our drives and felt pretty good about our shots. Chris stepped up and hit a monster drive that passed our balls in the air and landed a good 50 yards past. Needless to say, we were all glad we paid the $5. Since that time Chris had been my golf instructor and managed to get my game squared away. I enjoyed every lesson with him, and was shocked when I went to the Roland Heights Golf Center and was told that he passed away. Zach, everytime I had a lesson from him, he spoke about going to Palm Springs and spending the weekend with you. He was a great man and loved you dearly.

May 15, 2009

i will miss u a lot ...

Jenn

May 1, 2009

A great talent, a man with the biggest heart..."Hammer" will always live, and remembered in a very special place in my heart. My deepest sympathies for the family, Karen, and his son Zach.

April 3, 2009

My deepest sympathies for all of Chris's family,friends and his son Zachary.Chris was a wonderful person, full of life and great golfer.The very best. Such a talented man. Unfortunately, he was taken from us too soon. I'm sure he is in a better place. God bless and may he rest in peace. He will definitely be missed and always loved.

~ Rowland Heights, California

April 2, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies...

April 2, 2009

chris was a great person , great friend ... i will miss you very much
may the angels take you home
much love ..dawn

Karen Williamson

March 17, 2009

Chris was a wonderful loving man that will be missed by many whose lives he touched. We are blessed to have known him and will always be remembered through Zachary.

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