Jesse Gonzales Jr.

Jesse is survived by his devoted children: Debbie (Scott) Forry, Katherine (Todd) Lambeth, Cynthia Gonzales, Jesse (Christina) Gonzales, III. Grandchildren: Amanda (Matt) Cramer, Michael McGill, Jr, Yasmin “Antonia” McGill-Gonzales, Sarah McGill and Jesse Gonzales, IV. His brothers and sisters: Martha, John (Mary Helen), Antonio (Malena), Mary (Henry), Carmen (Lalo), Rita (Roy) and Joe. Plus, many nieces, nephews, godchildren, and friends.

He is preceded in death by his beautiful wife of 55 years, Celia “Sally” Ortiz Gonzales, parents Jesse Gonzales and Antonia Gutierrez Gonzales, brother Carlos Gonzales and sister Josie Gonzales Castillo.

Jesse was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. He graduated from NR Crozier Technical High School in 1954. He joined the U. S. Marines in 1956 and was honorably discharged in 1962. Thank you for your Service.

He attended a technical college to study drafting and worked at Fritz W. Glitsch & Sons (Fabrication & Machine Shop) as a Draftsman/Computer Aid Design (CAD) engineer for 42 years. He retired in 2000.

After retirement he enjoyed working in his yard, playing softball, golf, and tennis. He also enjoyed watching and rooting for his favorite football and baseball teams. Go Cowboys! Go Rangers! Jesse and Sally loved to travel and spend time at the Carrollton Senior Center. They were regulars there. Jesse was also a guitar player, so Sally encouraged him to join/volunteer for the Carrollton Strummers (band). They would entertain at local nursing homes/rehabilitation centers/senior centers once a week. He spread the joy of music for several years.

Jesse was a humble, honest, and faithful man, who was devoted to his wife, children, and God.

Jesse and Sally walk hand in hand together again.

A visitation for Jesse will be held April 30, 2023 from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM with a rosary to be recited at 5:00 PM at Calvary Hill Funeral Home, 3235 Lombardy Ln, Dallas, Texas 75220. A Mass of Christian burial will occur May 1, 2023 at 10:00 AM at Calvary Hill Main Mausoleum North Chapel. An interment will follow at Calvary Hill Cemetery, 3235 Lombardy Ln, Dallas, Texas 75220.

Celebration of Life Reception/Luncheon immediately following the burial for family and friends at The Victoria Mexican Restaurant, 13435 Bee Street, Farmers Branch, Texas 75234

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.calvaryhilldallas.com for the Gonzales family.