Paul "Pablo" Gonzales Jr

September 6, 1945 - June 15, 2020

Paul "Pablo" Gonzales was born a fighter on September 23rd, 1950 in Lubbock, TX. Pablo’s fight ended Monday, June 15th, 2020 after his long battle with medical issues. Visitation: 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, June 19, 2020 at Guerrero-Dean Funeral Home, 500 E Main Street, Grand Prairie, TX, 75050 where funeral services will be conducted at 4. He is preceded in death by his parents Gregoria Avila Gonzales Pablo Gonzalez, Sr., his brothers Cesario Gonzalez, Antonio Gonzalez, and his granddaughter Ashley Hernandez. He is survived by his devoted wife Rosa Gonzales, his loving daughters Melissa Lara and Stella Alejandro, his siblings Lily Torres, Juana Villegas, Dominga Tovar, Dolores Caudillo and Joe Gonzales, his grandkids Adrian Lara, Fabian Lara, Valentino Hernandez, Samuel Hernandez and his great grandkids Ashley Hernandez and Josiah Hernandez. Pablo was well-known in the community for being a man of faith. Despite facing many hardships, he had the courage and support he needed to turn his life around. His determination to better himself, even in his years, set a fine example to his family and friends. Pablo used his personal struggles to counsel others and helped many learn from his mistakes. Many felt him say to them: “Be wise, my son, and make my heart rejoice” – Proverbs 27:11 He was a man with a hearty laugh and soul full of love. His generosity reflected that kind of selfless love that you want to imitate. He saw the best in people and was proud of his family and faith. He was there. Always. No exceptions or excuses. Ready to support and comfort and ready to lend a hand. What he accomplished is greater than any material things he leaves behind. This is why he was a Great man, one you wanted to be near, the kind you always remember. Soon we will see you again. We will thank him in person one more time and finally our tears will be dried forever. – Isaiah 25:8