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Gonzales -- Andres"Andy" Gonzales, 82, a life-long resident of Albuquerque, went home to be with the Lord Jesus Monday, April 15, 2002. He passed away at his home in Albuquerque surrounded by his family. He is survived by his children, Odelia Gonzales of Albuquerque, Aladino and Cecilia Gonzales of Cedar Crest; Clemente and Vera Gonzales of Albuquerque, Gilbert and Josie Gonzales of Vallejo, CA; David and Maclovia Gonzales of South Jordan, UT; Jerry R. and Blanche Gonzales of Albuquerque; Margaret and Mark Nauyok of San Pedro, NM; Gloria and Larry Abeyta of San Antonito; Claudia and Randy Perea of Albuquerque, Imojean and Paul Jaramillo of Tijeras and Corine Sena of Albuquerque; 53 grandchildren; 58 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild; brother, Orlando Gonzales, Las Vegas, NV and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Anita Gonzales in January 1979 and six sons, Fernando, Guillermo, Jose, Felix, Cecil and Ralph and his parents, Manuel and Elizar Gonzales. Mr. Gonzales was born in San Antonito, NM. He served in the Armed Forces during WWII, 2nd Division, 38th Infantry Company C. He landed in LaHarve, France and fought in the Battle of the Bulge in Arden. On January 3, 1945, he was injured and was honorably discharged on April 29, 1946. Mr. Gonzales was a member of Post 401 of Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Palo Duro Senior Center since 1996. Our Dad lived a long and happy and fulfilled life. Those who knew him, loved, honored and respected him. Did not only love his children and grandchildren, he was also very proud of each one of them. As one of the grandchildren put it,"Grandpa, you might not have a million dollars or a fancy car, but in my eyes you are the richest man in the world. With all the love and wisdom you've given me, I will cherish you forever." Yes, this is what he always said," I am so blessed; I have it all." We love him so very much. He will be greatly missed, but we know he is in a better place, face to face with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. For the Father in Heaven has called him home...Good-bye, Dad, until we see you again in Heaven. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, April 17, 2002, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. with Dorela Perea reciting. Mass will be celebrated Friday, April 19, 2002, 11:00 a.m. at Holy Child Catholic Mission in San Antonito, with Father Tony Martinez, Celebrant. Friends may visit, French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Wednesday, April 17, 2002, 6:00 p.m. until rosary.
        Published on: Wed April 17, 2002