Francis Navarro Gonzales, 72, passed away Saturday, May 14, 2022, in her home surrounded by her loving family.
Public viewing will be from 9:00 AM until 8:00 PM with the Rosary being prayed at 6:00 PM Friday, May 20, 2022, at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Liturgy of the Word will be at 10:00 AM Saturday, May 21, 2022, at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with Deacon Abel Fernandez, officiating.
Mrs. Gonzales was born June 18, 1949 in San Angelo to Francisco and Trinidad Navarro. Francis was a lifelong resident of San Angelo. Francis married Norbert Gonzales on July 30, 1973 in San Angelo. She was a homemaker. Francis was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, helping the elderly, and anyone in need. Francis was a wonderful caregiver to her husband. She loved being with her family and friends.
Survivors include her husband, Norbert Gonzales of the home; her daughter, Leslie Gonzales of San Angelo; six grandchildren, Luis Almeraz, Jr., Marcos Almeraz, Marissa Ameraz, Christopher Gonzales, Elli Montanez, and Alize Montanez all of San Angelo; four sisters, Olivia DeLa Cruz, Carmen Martinez, and Mary McArthur and husband Ralph all of San Angelo, and Micaela Gonzales and husband Greg of Odessa; a brother, Jerry Navarro and wife Rachel. Francis was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Molly Joslin; and a granddaughter, Greenlee Montanez.
The family would like to thank the staff of Kindred Healthcare, and Kindred Hospice for their loving care.