Simona Gonzales, age 81, of League City, Texas passed away on Monday, August 12, 2019. Simona was born on October 28, 1937 in Los Fresnos, Texas to Emilio and Felicitas Perez. She was married to the late Rafael Gonzales for 55 years before his death in 2009.
Simona was a devoted wife, mother, and friend who never met a stranger. She had the gift of knowing how to connect with others through both her love of cooking and conversation. Simona had a work ethic like no other and was constantly seeking to provide the very best for her family and loved ones. The Lord and her family were always first, especially her grandchildren. Her hard work and strong-will were the foundation to her children's and grandchildren's success and the core of the legacy she has left behind. Simona will be dearly missed by all whose lives she touched.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Rafael Gonzales; and sister, Maria Barajas.
Simona is survived by her sons Rafael Gonzales Jr. and wife Kathy; Robert Gonzales and wife Diana; daughters Felicitas Garza and husband Tomas, Angie Gonzales; Mary Ester Mares and husband Wenceslado; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren with 2 on the way; siblings Librado, Albert, Elias, Rachel, and Emilio Jr.; along with numerous nieces and nephews.
A visitation for Simona will be held Thursday, August 15, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a service at 7:00 p.m. at Forest Park East Funeral Home, 21620 Gulf Freeway in Webster. A Celebration of Simona's Life will occur Friday, August 16, 2019 at 10:00 a.m., with a committal service to follow at Forest Park East Cemetery. A reception and fellowship will be at 1:00 p.m. at Oasis Church - Iglesia Oasis, 471 S. Austin St. in Webster.
SHARE OBITUARY
v.1.8.18