John Idica Gomez, age 92, passed away at St Rose Siena Hospital in Henderson, Nevada on October 27, 2020. John was born in Sinait Ilocos Sur, Philippines to Agapito and Elena Gomez. He moved to Hawaii in 1946, and after completing his service in the US Army during the Korean War, he met and married his wife of 62 years, Elizabeth Padua Gomez in 1958. They raised their family in Hawaii and in 1990 they moved to Las Vegas. John worked for ONO Construction as a Mason and Tile Setter for over 30 years before retiring. He was known for being an excellent cook, and for being an animal lover. Many strays were cared for by him over the years on job sites and at home. He watched many sports, but loved Baseball, and especially the Los Angeles Dodgers. He watched them until the end, and we know that he is celebrating in Heaven for their World Series Championship.
John is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth Padua Gomez, his children, Roland Padua (Jowette), John D. Gomez (Joycelyn), Alston Gomez (Regina), and Lisa Taliento (Anthony), his grandchildren, Jason, Rance, Chantel, Randon, Randy, Jenna, Shelby, and Brittany, 13 great Grandchildren, and his siblings families, Pacita's family, Clemente's family, Lourdes' family, Esperanza's family, Matias' family, Marciano's family and Carmen's family, and a host of cousins, extended family and many friends. He will be dearly missed by all. His family appreciates all of the kindness shown to them during their time of loss.
