Robert Gonzales

Robert Gonzales, 96, of New Braunfels, passed away at his home on Wednesday, June 19, 2019. Born on June 12, 1923 in San Antonio, he was the son of the late Catarino Gonzales and Juanita Jimenez Delgado. In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Irene Frances Ortiz Gonzales; son, Thomas Robert Gonzales; brothers, Raymond Trevino, and Rudy Gonzales; and sisters, Viviana Gutierrez and Guadalupe Aguilar. Robert is survived by his children, Roberta Fearka and husband Dennis, Jerry Gonzales and wife Blanche, Cindy Close and husband Kenneth, and Todd Gonzales and Lisa; grandchildren, Mark, Jeremy, Gina, Nathaniel, Christie, Elise, Jennifer, David and Sophia; eight great-grandchildren and sister, Estella Moreno. Robert proudly served in the United States Navy. After receiving an honorable discharge from the Navy, Robert worked for Archer Daniels Midland Co. as an elevator operator for 40 years. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM with the recitation of the Holy Rosary beginning at 7:00 PM on Sunday, June 23, 2019 at the Lux Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will resume from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM on Monday morning, June 24, 2019 at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM. At the conclusion of the Funeral Mass, a reception will be held at the American Legion Hall, 410 W. Coll St., New Braunfels. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Robert's name to Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church.