He was married 32 years to Teresa Veracruz Lopez on May 12, 1991.
For 32 years worked as a Rack Installer. Proud Owner and Founder of LJ&G Warehouse Solutions, LLC.
December 10, 1992 he founded and was currently President of Estilo Car Club Dallas. Estilo legacy will live forever through his Family and Current Club Members. He was one of the Original Founding members of ULA, United Lowrider Association. Lowriding was a Lifestyle for Gil and his family. Gil loved Teresa, his Bebe. Kids: Lorenzo (Lynne), JR (Britt), Cristal (Alberto), G, B(Alan, Noah), Arabelita, Aiden (Handsome Baby), Claire Lynne (Princess Bear Bear), Joe Angel (Handsome Fella & his Smile), Hailey Rose (Mi Preciosa) and 1 on the way with ALL his Heart and Soul. He was Extremely Proud of each of them individually.
Gil was a Beloved Husband, Dad, Proud Dad of a United States Marine, Dad in Law, Pops, Son, Brother, Brother in law, Uncle, Godfather, Compadre, Nephew, Cousin, President, Inspirer and True Friend.
He is preceded in death by: Abuelos: Jose Cruz Lopez, Cayetana Salazar Lopez, Francisco Vazquez, Carlota Alaniz Vazquez. Father in law Joe Veracruz Sr. Brother in law Craig Wilkinson.
He is survived by: Wife Teresa, 6 children & Spouses: Lorenzo (Lynne), Jose JR, Cristal (Alberto), Gabriel, Brittney and Arabella. 5 Beautiful Grandbabies: Aiden, Claire Lynne , Joe Angel, Hailey Rose and 1 baby on the way. Parents: Angel Lopez, Martha E. Lopez. Brother: Jorge (Liz). Sisters: Teresa (Daniel), Mary (Willie), Erica, Lorena (Paco). Family in Law: Mother in Law:Simone Veracruz. Brother in laws: Joe (Janet) Alex, Richard. Sister in Laws: Sandra (Craig), Christine (Jeremy) Many Nephews, Nieces, Godchildren, Entire Community of Lowriders Near and Far, and “Your” Children whom we consider “Our” Children.
Respected Estilo Dallas Family: Past and Present, Chito S., Gabriel L., Oscar E., Miguel M., Juan O., Erik M., Red E.,Frank C.,Juan R., Joey S., Joey L., Lorenzo V., Steven T., John O, Mike S., Papo O., Blas M., and Marcos Extended Respected Estilo Dallas Chapter: Tijuana, MX., Extended Respected Estilo Chapters: Lubbock, TX.; Oklahoma City, OK.; El Paso, TX.; Silver City, NM., and Juarez, MX. Gil is Loved, Adored, Appreciated, Respected, Remembered and Missed - Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow… Forever.
A visitation for Jose will be held Friday, December 8, 2023 from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Grand Prairie Funeral Home, 733 Dalworth Street, Grand Prairie, TX 75050. A funeral mass will occur Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 9:30 AM at Saint Cecilia Catholic Church, 1809 W Davis St, Dallas, TX 75208. A graveside service will occur Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Calvary Hill Funeral Home and Cemetery, 3235 Lombardy Ln, Dallas, TX 75220.
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