At 18 years old Daniel joined the United States Air Force and served around the world during his time. After the Air Force, Daniel worked for various companies and worked as an electrician around Texas.
He loved to play the guitar and study the Bible.
Daniel was preceded in death by his father, Manuel Gonzales; mother, Florine Gonzales née Thompson; brothers and sister; Lena Romero, Janie Garza, Jr Gonzales, Florentino Gonzales, and Josie Gonzales.
He is survived by his daughters: Regina Mayberry, Cassandra Lopez, and Karen Gonzales; son, Jonathan Gonzales; brothers, Ray Gonzales and Jimmy Gonzales; sisters, Deborah Roman, Diana Rios, Carolyn Romero, Linda Zapata, and Maggie Gonzales; nine grandchildren and one great grandchild.
A Chapel Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, August 7, 2020 at Resthaven's Abbey Chapel.
Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park with Military Honors.