Jesus H. Gonzales

Jesus H. Gonzales, born January 19, 1920, passed away February 22, 2012 at the age of 92. He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, four brothers, son-in-law, William Finkel, and his loving wife, Olga Ayarzagoitia Gonzales of 45 years. He is survived by his sons, Jesus “Jesse” (Rosa) Gonzales, Jr., Jaime (Diann) Gonzales; daughters, Mary Ellen Finkel, Laura (Manuel) Ayala, and Linda Marie Gonzales; brothers, Ernest (Hope) Gonzales and Bonifacio (Jean) Gonzales; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. He proudly served in the United States Army Air Corp as a Staff Sergeant during World War II. He was stationed in Iceland. After his tour in the military, he worked for R.W. Jones Construction as a Foreman for over 50 years. He always said he loved his job because every job was different and every job posed a different challenge. He was treated with respect and kindness by his employers and fellow workers. He had a very strong work ethic which he passed down to his children. After he retired, he loved helping the family with wood projects no matter how big or small the project was he would figure out how much wood was needed and couldn’t wait to get started. He literally whistled while he worked. He enjoyed it so much. We were truly blessed with the “Best” father in the world. He was always happy, always singing and always willing to lend a helping hand to whoever needed it. He loved to read books and watch movies. He will be greatly missed. It is comforting to know he has joined our mother in Heaven and that eventually we will all be together again as a family. We ask that you keep our family in your prayers. Any condolences may be sent to P.O. Box 65142, San Antonio, Texas 78265-5142.

Cemetery:
A graveside service will be held Friday, March 2, 2012 at 10:45 a.m., Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with military honors.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Special Olympics in the name of Jesus Gonzales