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Lucy Gonzales Obituary

It is with great sorrow that the family of Lucy Gonzales announces her passing on December 9, 2025 at the age of 89. She passed peacefully with her family present.

Lucy will be remembered for her generosity to family and friends, and always wanting to cook and feed the family for the holidays. She will be profoundly missed. 

She was preceded in death by her parents Filadelfio and Fedalina Martinez, her husband Tony Henry Gonzales, her brother Filadelfio Charlie Martinez, and her four sons, David, Leroy, Russell, and John Gonzales, and her grandson Russell Gonzales Jr.

She is survived by her sister Andalecia Hernandez and her brother Steve Martinez. She is also survived by her sons Hank (Beverly) and Tony Gonzales, her grandchildren, Sean, Deona, Greg (Christella), and Amber, her great-grandchildren Nathan, Jordan, Greg, McKenzee, and Aleesia, as well as her great-great-grandchildren Anayeli and Remington. There are also several cousins, nieces, and nephews. 

Please see below for service information. A private burial will be held on Friday, January 16th for Lucy's family.

Published by The Denver Gazette on Dec. 14, 2025.

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Memorial Events
for Lucy Gonzales

Jan

9

Service

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Holy Cross Catholic Church

9371 Wigham St, Thornton, CO 80229

Jan

9

Service

12:00 p.m.

Holy Cross Catholic Church

9371 Wigham St, Thornton, CO 80229

Funeral services provided by:

Horan & McConaty Funeral Service & Cremation - Northwest/Arvada

7577 W. 80th Avenue, Arvada, CO 80003

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