On January 22, 2023, Mary A. Gonzales of Milpitas, CA, passed away at Kaiser Hospital surrounded by family. She was born in Clayton, New Mexico on January 1, 1930, to Philip and Grace Alarid. She married Ernie Gonzales in 1946, and they settled in San Francisco, CA. There they welcomed three children Philip Gonzales, Phyllis Gadda, and Esther Lawlor.
Mary is survived by her three children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren. Her family was her life. Mary will be remembered most for her strong will, straightforward approach and her sense of style. She was loved and cherished by all and will be deeply missed.
Mary’s life will be celebrated at St. John the Baptist Church in Milpitas, CA on March 24, at the 10:30am mass.