Robert Gonzales Jr.

July 3, 1975 - June 11, 2020

Robert Gonzales Jr. of Mesa, AZ passed away peacefully on the afternoon of June 11, 2020 at the age of 44. Robert was born on July 3, 1975, to Robert and Blanca Gonzales in Mesa, AZ, the oldest of three children. Robert is survived by his three children, Patricia Victoria Gonzales, Marisa Gonzales-Fortner, and Robert Gonzales III, three grandchildren and one more on the way. Robert also leaves behind his Mom and Dad, his fiancé Elizabeth Barba, his brother Ricky Gonzales and sister Sandra Gonzales-Ballester along with many friends and relatives. Robert attended Mesa High School, Class of 1993. Robert lived in Mesa, AZ for most of his life and worked as a Postal Carrier for the USPS for over 10 years. Later in life he made a career change and began working as a technician in the HVAC field. In his spare time Robert had a passion for music and writing poetry, love for woodworking, watching sports especially his Dallas Cowboys, cruising in his Chevy pickup truck, joking with friends and making everyone around him laugh. He was known for his quick wit, his infectious laugh, and for always being a fighter, until the very end. Robert was especially proud of his children and grandchildren. He would brag about them as often as he could. Robert is now reunited with his grandparents, aunts and uncles. For those left behind, there are many stories, wonderful memories, and most importantly laughter for many years to come. A celebration of his life will be held Friday, June 19th at 9am at The Meldrum Mortuary & Crematory in Mesa, AZ.