

Rudy Gamboa AKA "El Gordo", beloved husband, son, father, a loving brother, and uncle, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2024, in Denver, Colorado. He was born June 30, 1996, in Denver, Colorado to Rodolfo and Silvia Gamboa.
Rudy " EL Gordo" grew up and attended school in the Denver area. He graduated from Justice High School in 2014. After graduation, he attended Lincoln Technical College and graduated in 2017 as a Diesel Mechanic but became the jack of all trades including the family cook.
Family and friends were extremely important to him. Rudy, was named after his father and embraced his father’s name and work ethic. He followed his father’s footsteps in taking his children to work and showing them to be a hard worker. He was the life of the party and was contagious with his love and charisma. Everyone knew when Rudy was present because he brought light, laughter, peace, joy, and he was dependable. You can always count on him when you need something. To his mother he was the entire world; his bear hugs filled her heart with unconditional love. To his younger brother he was "his partner in crime.” He would make sure that even if we were upset, he was there to forgive and comfort. To his kids he was the best Taco Maker and Mechanic. He was their very own Bob the Builder and personal Teddy Bear. His bear hugs filled their hearts with comfort, joy, and safety. Rudy always made sure everyone in his life was cared for. Rudy loved everyone above himself. He gave himself to those he loved unconditionally. Always made sure everyone in his home was fed all the time. Many considered Rudy their best friend and confidant.
Rudy was survived by a host family that includes his devoted wife, Lanae Blake: loving children Jayven Gamboa and Analee Gamboa. Parents Rodolfo and Silvia Gamboa. Siblings; Sylvia Ramos, Emanuel Gamboa, Danny Gamboa, Christian Gamboa and Jesse Gamboa. Nephews; John Gonsalez, Noah Gonsalez, Ayden Gamboa, Ethan Gamboa, Johnny Blake, Caleb Gamboa, Aniyah Blake, Giovanni Blair, Naylin Blake, Hazael Gamboa, Elias Gamboa. Nieces; Alizee Ramos, Judith Gamboa, Sophia Ramos, Alanna Breedlove.
Visitation will take place Thursday, March 21, 2024, from 4:00pm - 8:00pm at Olinger Highland Mortuary and Cemetery, 10201 Grant St, Thornton, CO 80229.
The ceremony, procession and burial will take place Friday March 22, 2024, from 10:00am - 2:30pm at Olinger Highland Mortuary and Cemetery, 10201 Grant St, Thornton, CO 80229.
Serving as pallbearers are Emmanuel Gamboa, Jesse Gamboa, Christian Gamboa, Danny Gamboa, Zefero Ramos, John Gonsalez, Julio Soto, and Ricky Reyes.
Please visit olingerhighland.com to share condolences and memories with the family.
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Emmanuel GamboaPallbearer
Jesse GamboaPallbearer
Christian GamboaPallbearer
Danny GamboaPallbearer
Zefero RamosPallbearer
John GonsalezPallbearer
Julio SotoPallbearer
Ricky ReyesPallbearer
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