On Sunday January 3, 2021, Our man of steel here on earth gained his wings in Heaven. Ben Gonzales was born on February 29, 1944 to Benjamin and Guadualupe Gonzales in Sanderson, TX where he grew up with his siblings Amelia, Elsie and David. Ben served in the United States Army as a helicopter mechanic. He took pride in serving his country and loved sharing the stories of his travels. He married the love of his life, Ernestina, on August 14, 1971. They were blessed with their son and daughter, Benjamin and Lisa. When he returned home from the Army, he worked and retired from Concho Car Wash and Lube Center. After his retirement, Ben and Tina found great joy in working outside in their yard, volunteering at Senior Companions, attending their grandchildren’s many events and spending time with his family.
Ben is preceded in death by his parents, his sister’s Elsie Lara and Deborah Gonzales. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Tina Gonzales. His children, Benjamin and Tammy Gonzales, Lisa and Rey Gutierrez. His grandchildren, Zachary and Aprille Villarreal, Austin Villarreal, Jonathan Gonzales, Chloe Gonzales and Mireya Gutierrez. One great grandson, Jacob Villarreal. His sister Amelia Gonzales and his brother David and Maria Gonzales. Funeral services will be held at Johnson’s Funeral home. Rosary will be Thursday January 7, 2021 at 6:00pm. Funeral service will be Friday January 8, 2021 at 10:00am. Burial will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Family and friends may sign an online guestbook at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com
He's never one to boast.
He just goes on quietly working
For those he loves the most.
His dreams are seldom spoken.
His wants are very few,
And most of the time his worries
Will go unspoken, too.
He's there...a firm foundation
Through all our storms of life,
A sturdy hand to hold onto
In times of stress and strife.
A true friend we can turn to
When times are good or bad.
One of our greatest blessings,
The man we always had.
