Esther Nunez Gonzales

Esther Nunez Gonzales passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 1, 2020 at the age of 89. She was the cherished wife of the late Thomas G. Gonzales. Loving mother of Cynthia Wright (Garry), Gerald (Ann), Elizabeth Dumas (Robert), Lori Jacob (Kevin), David (Joell) and Mary. Daughter of the late August “Wink” Nunez and Mae Deogracias Nunez. Sister of Evelyn Brooks, Elsie Smith, Allen and the late Clifton, Augustine Cantrell, August, Gerald and Alfred. Proud grandmother of Suzanne (Michael), Christopher, Thomas (Angie), Charles, Brandi (Billy), Melanie, Lindsey, Chelsea, Tyler, Daniel, Anna and the late Casey and Garry. She is also survived and fondly remembered by her 10 great grandchildren, 8 great-great grandchildren, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

Esther was born in New Orleans, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish. She truly enjoyed life through her simple pleasures of dancing, listening to music, fishing, cooking, playing bingo and spending time with her family and friends. She was also an avid fan of the New Orleans Saints, LSU, New Orleans Zephyrs and the N.Y. Yankees (apologies). She found pleasure in the details of everyday life and cared deeply for others. She was well loved and will be deeply missed by her family and all the lives she touched.

Special thanks and appreciation to the doctors, nurses and staff of Ferncrest Manor Nursing Facility for their care and compassion.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Thursday, October 8th from 9:00AM – 11:00AM, followed by a Funeral Mass in Esther’s memory taking place at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, 2320 Paris Rd., Chalmette, LA beginning at 11:30AM. She will be laid to eternal rest with her beloved husband Thomas in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in memory of Esther to the Ferncrest Manor Activities Department at 14500 Hayne Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70128.

Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required.