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Gerardo Gonzalez Obituary
Mr. Gonzalez is survived by his children, Jerry Jr. (Dalia), Chayito, and Christopher; 8 grandchildren; mother, Juanita Pena; sisters, Irene (Ruben), Marivel (Eloy), Belinda (Rene), and Melinda (Dana); brothers, Tomas Jr., Ruben (Gloria), and Juan Jr. (Carole); and several nieces, nephews, and numerous extended family.
He was a very active volunteer with the City of Hidalgo, member of the Lion's Club, little league coach, and deputy constable for Hidalgo County and enjoyed hunting. He was very loving and cared deeply for his family and friends.
Visitation will be from 3pm to 9pm with a 7pm prayer service on Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at De Leon Funeral Home of Pharr. A chapel service will be held at 10am on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at De Leon Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Hidalgo Cemetery under the direction of De Leon Funeral Home of Pharr.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gerardo Gonzalez
Belinda S Gamboa
August 3, 2021
One year without you Brother.. It's still surreal, but thank you for letting me know you're okay. Our hearts are broken and it's just not the same without you. We know you're still with us through the memories we've shared. We love you and miss you dearly.
Deborah Rodriguez
August 12, 2020
You will be missed dearly my sweet dear cousin Jerry. My condolences to my Aunt Janie and my cousins, may God be with you during your time of sorrow.
Esmeralda Zuniga
August 11, 2020
My Condolences to my Tia and my cousins and to his son and wife. Primo Jerry may you rest with the angels and the rest of our family up in heaven.
Love u Primo
Charlie
August 11, 2020
My condolences to the family. You will be missed Primo
Patty Ybarra
August 11, 2020
Condolences from Oscar and Patty Ybarra and family. Primo Jerry will be missed but I’ll remember him as the kind, happy go lucky person he was. Hugs to Tia and all the family during this difficult time. May the Lord comfort you today and always.
Dalia Torres Gonzalez
August 11, 2020
Love you suegro I will miss you so much
Pedro Salinas
August 11, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Janie De Leon
August 10, 2020
Our sincerest condolences on the passing of Jerry. He was a very special person and he will be missed by many. Sending prayers to the Peña family
Belinda S Gamboa
August 10, 2020
This is still surreal Brother! I'm heartbroken that you're gone but I'm glad you're no longer in pain. You suffered enough. Now it's time for you to rest. We love you and will always miss you. We'll see you again one day.
Toni Williams
August 10, 2020
I have many fond memories of Gerardo as my student at HHS. May he rest in peace. Ms. Toni Williams
August 10, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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