Antonio "Tony" Gonzales

Our beloved father, Antonio (Tony) Gonzales, age 87, a lifelong resident of Jacona, born on November 28, 1938, went to be at peace with the Lord on October 10, 2026.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Diana (Romero) Gonzales and his parents, Antonio and Estella Gonzales; in-laws Cipriano and Eutimia Romero; brother Gilbert Gonzales; sisters Priscilla Duran (Gabriel), Amelia Salazar (Joe), Fabiola Salazar (Joe), brothers-in-laws Barry McDonald, Horacio Romero (Ersilia), Pete Romero; and sister-in-law Belinda Lopez.

Antonio is survived by his children, Debbie Gonzalez (Rudy), Patricia Gonzales (Adan), Karyn Romero (Thomas), Anthony Gonzales (Liz). His family continues through his grandchildren, Jason Vigil, Ryan Gonzalez (Jessica), Kyra Gonzalez, Thomas, Marissa, and Andres Romero; Anica and Joshua Urioste, Delilah Medina (Mark), Desire Menchaca (Eli), and Antonio Gonzales. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren, Djamarquez Vigil, Leyla Vigil, Elena and Alicia Medina, Ava and Eli Menchaca; Maya, Evan and Liam Gonzalez.

He is also survived by his sisters, Donelia McDonald, Charlotte Cortez and Susan Herrera; brother Michael Duran (Donna). Brothers-in-laws Robert Romero (Nancy), Joe Romero (Betty), Steve Lopez, and sisters-in laws Reynalda Gonzales, Christina Salazar (Lonnie), Margaret Romero as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and their families.

Antonio met Diana when he was a ninth-grade student at Pojoaque Valley High School. They were married on November 7, 1959, and shared 66 wonderful years of marriage. Antonio loved Diana and his children dearly, and his family was the center of his life. He was a hardworking and generous man who was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He spent many years working as a lather and carpenter before eventually opening his own contracting business. He took great pride in his work and in providing for his family. He found great joy in caring for his land and animals. Some of his happiest memories were living on his farm, surrounded by his family, garden, orchard, and beloved pets. The farm was a special place where he found peace, happiness, and fulfillment.

Antonio was a well-known and respected member of his community. His kindness, generosity, strong work ethic, and love for his family left a lasting impression on all who knew him. His memory will live on in the hearts of his beloved family and everyone whose life he touched. He will be deeply missed, forever loved, and warmly remembered.

A Rosary will be recited on October 22, 2026, at 6:00 pm at Sacred Heart Church in Nambe, 192 NM-503, Santa Fe, NM 87506. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on October 23, 2026, at 9:30 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Nambe, 192 NM-503, Santa Fe, NM. Burial will follow at the Pojoaque Catholic Cemetery.

Honorary pallbearers: Andres Romero, Joshua Urioste, Thomas Romero, Ryan Gonzalez, Jason Vigil, Antonio Gonzales, Leyla Vigil