Lucia "Lucy" C. Gonzales
March 3, 1928 – April 22, 2025
Lucia "Lucy" C. Gonzales, age 97, of San Antonio, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2025. Born on
March 3, 1928, in Dallas, Texas, Lucy lived a long-fulfilled life grounded in faith, love, and family. On November
14, 1944, Lucy married the love of her life, Luis V. Gonzales. Together, they built a warm and devoted home,
raising her six children became Lucy's greatest source of pride and joy.
Lucy made San Antonio her lifelong home, where she raised her children, nurtured generations, and walked
faithfully with God. Her strong faith was the foundation of her life — a steady source of strength that guided her
through every trial and every joy. She was a prayerful woman who found comfort and purpose in her
relationship with the Lord, and her devotion was reflected in the way she loved and served her family.
Though small in stature, Lucy carried herself with incredible grace and presence. She was always impeccably
dressed, took great pride in her home, and was a careful steward of all that was entrusted to her. Her
thoughtful care extended to everything she touched, from the way she maintained her household to the way
she gave of herself.
A gifted seamstress, Lucy poured her love into every stitch—crafting clothes, quilts, and cherished keepsakes
for those she held dear. She especially loved sewing for her granddaughters, lovingly making many of the
clothes they wore as children.  In her later years, after she could no longer sew, Lucy discovered a new
passion for coloring. It became a joyful and creative outlet for her, filling her days with beauty and peace.
Lucy was the heart of her family — a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose love knew
no bounds. For many years, her home was the gathering place for Sunday dinners, where the aroma of her
home-cooked meals, the sound of laughter, and the closeness of family created treasured memories. These
weekly gatherings became a cherished tradition, uniting generations around her table.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Luisa and Luis Coronado; her beloved husband, Luis V. Gonzales;
and her brothers, Cecilio Coronado, Ernesto Coronado, David Lugo, and Domingo Lugo.
She is survived by her loving children and devoted son-in-law and daughters-in-law: George Gonzales (the late
Jovita Gonzales), Robert Gonzales (the late Irene Gonzales), Sylvia McPherson (the late John McPherson),
Reynaldo & Isabel Gonzales, Ruben & Margarita Gonzales, and Hector & Angie Gonzales.
Lucy's greatest joy was her family. She leaves behind a remarkable legacy through her 19 grandchildren, 44
great-grandchildren, and 19 great-great-grandchildren. Her influence, faith, and loving example will continue to
shine through them for generations to come.
Lucy will be deeply missed and forever remembered as the heart of her family.
Services
Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 4, at Castillo Funeral Home from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with a Rosary at
6:00 PM.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, May 5, at 10:00 AM at St. Timothy Catholic Church.  The
funeral procession will depart Castillo Funeral Home at 9:30 AM.  Interment will follow at First Memorial Burial
Park.
The family will be hosting a luncheon immediately after the burial at Christ In Us Church, 672 Gillette Blvd, San
Antonio, TX 78221. All family and friends are warmly invited to join.