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Jeffrey Gonzales, age 62, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away in Atlanta, GA on August 8, 2020. Born on December 19, 1957 in Steele, MO to parents John and Osia Gonzales.
Jeffrey was a very caring man who tried to help everyone. When it came to work, he knew what he was talking about. He had 43 years in the fire protection industry. The people he worked with were his second family and they felt the same way about him. He did not want to let his guys down, so he worked up to the day he passed. When Jeffrey wasn’t working, he spent time with his wife and son, Levi. If he had his way, he would like to spend everyday lying on a beach somewhere. Jeffrey will be deeply missed by all of his family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Osia Gonzales.
Jeffrey is survived by his wife, Carol Gonzales; his children, Felicia, Lacey and Levi; his step children, Justen, Jonathan and Jordan; his father, John; sisters, Janie, June, Janet, and Judy; and his brother, Johnny.
The family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 3570 Buford Hwy #202, Duluth, GA 30096 (678) 584-0914 www.GeorgiaCremation.com
Carol Gonzales says
My husband was the most amazing man. He was an awesome husband and father. This has left a hole in my heart and my soul. I am not sure how I will get through this, but God will help me and I know Jeff is looking down on me and he will help guide me in the future. I loved him deeply.
JUNE CAMACHO says
My Heart is broken into pieces 💔 he was a wonderful brother to me ! We had a bond that Noone could break! I will miss him so much I know his journey is done here on earth but he’s on to his journey of life after death..Jeff I love you so much forever my hero until I see you again love always your lil Sis June
Damian Diaz says
Jeff, you were like a second father to me. The greatest mentor I could ever have asked for. I love you very very much and am going to miss you more than words could ever express. Carol, God will always take care of you and I will always be just a phone call away.
Janie Gonzales says
My Brother Jeff was my Hero he was there through my hardest times in life. He was a man of his word, if Jeff said I’ll be there or he’d get if done he did. Most of all he was every bit of what the word describes and means. The world has truly lost a great man and I a beautiful , loving , caring loyal brother. I know your in a better place and your with Mom now who really just passed in Dec. The bond you both have continues in Heaven may you both rest in peace. Love you Jeff always til we all meet again
JONATHAN GENTRY says
Jeff was more of a father to me than he will ever know. He inspired me to be on the wrestling team when I was in high-school and made every match that could go to. I know he was proud. When I joined the Army, he said that he had so much respect for me and was proud of me then too. I will miss him dearly and I deeply regret that I didn’t get to see him in recent years. I love you Jeff and I’ll see you in heaven sir.
Vickie & George says
I am deeply saddened by your loss. II know his journey here on Earth is done. But to be absent from the body is to be with the Lord. 🙏Praying for you Carol. I love you deeply but just rest assured that he is with the Lord & has no more suffering. May God be with you as you continue your journey through this world with Levi. We love you
Janie Gonzales says
My Brother Jeff was my Hero he was there through my hardest times in life. He was a man of his word, if Jeff said I’ll be there or he’d get if done he did. Most of all he was every bit of what the word love describes and means. The world has truly lost a great man and I a beautiful , loving , caring loyal brother. I know your in a better place and your with Mom now who really just passed in Dec. The bond you both have continues in Heaven may you both rest in peace. Love you and will miss Dad too brother always til we all meet again
John Gonzales says
Jeff my special son you were not suppose to go before me. My heart is broken I know your safe your with your mom my special lady. I love you and miss you both terribly Dad
Lynne Tillman says
He was a great person and I looked up to him. I am saddened at all of our loss. Prayers!!!
Judy Humberd says
Jeff you will be missed by so many people, I know you are at peace now and with Mom. I love you much and will miss you dearly.
Catherine Moore says
Jeff, your passing leaves a hole in my heart. You were a good friend for many years, we had so many great times. I lost track of you for alot of years but I always thought of you. I am glad that I found you and was able to speak with you recently. I always knew when there was something going on with you because I feel we had a special bond. I pray that your family is comforted in their time of loss. I know that God has gained another angel when he took you, rest in peace my dear friend you will always be loved and missed.
Lacey Gonzales-Burrows says
We didn’t talk to each other the last several years and I’ll never truly understand why. But I will say there wasn’t a day that went by where I didn’t think of you and hoped that you were content and happy. I wish you could have met my boys, Maverick and Renegade. They would have loved you just as everyone else did. I’ll always remember you as being generous, charismatic, fun and the life of the party. I genuinely hope I’m like you in so many ways. I always have and always will love you.
Alice says
My sincere condolences 😢 My heart hurts for all of you It’s been a few years since I seen my cousin Jeff. Although we didn’t see each other or talked I always thought of him and his family and loved seeing posts in Facebook . I love you cousin I only wish I could have been closer to you. Love Alice
Charlotte Page says
I am so so sorry for your loss give your grief to God as it will be too much to carry alone.
Your beloved will be with you so watch for signs.
I lost my husband at the age of 61 same scenario, unexpected.
Your husband will send you messages & dreams. You are in my prayers honey 🙏🏻 if you need to talk feel free to contact me
Uncle Dave says
I never got to see too
much of Jeff over the years it seemed like he was always moving around do to his work I did see him last Christmas and get to spend a few hours with him I’m so glad that I did I have so many stories I love the I time I spent with you I will miss you and think of you often say hi to your mom dick Grandma and Grandpa and Teresa my daughter you are all together now all my love
Robert Wayne Booth says
Wayne Booth
RE:Jeffrey Gonzales
I am so very sorry to here about Jeff. I had the opportunity to know him for a few years. We worked together on a couple of projects. I met Jeff in Poplar Bluff Mo. He was my General superintendent on a large Hospital project, Popular Bluff Medical center.He was such a pleasure to work with. We became very good friends and shared his wife and son moving to Poplar Bluff when he bought a home for them. He was so totally excited to know that his family would be together. We had some nice parties there with all the workers and Jeff always enjoyed coming and sometimes he cooked and other times we fished together at my home i was renting. I have worked with Northstar Fire Protection sense 2001 Brad McMillian and really enjoyed my time i spent with Jeff. He was always my General Superintendent and would never allow anyone else to manage my projects with me and my team. He was such a good soul. I am just so sorry i wasn’t able to see Jeff in a few years. Although we spoke on the phone several times. Carol i haven’t seen you sense Poplar Bluff also. If i can be of any help to you or your family please don’t hesitate to contact me. I will see you again my friend.
Wendy Reeves says
I am so sorry for the loss of Jeff. He will be missed. We are blessed to have you and Levi as friends. God bless you and give you strength and peace through this.
Leti says
Jeff was a a sweet man he always made me feel special when He talked to you he made it feel like no one else was in the room he listened to your every word paid attention no matter what was going on he made you feel important , he had a great laugh and smile I will miss him until we meet again cuz praying for you all family 🙏❤️
Tia Amparo says
May God keep you in His tender care. Jeff, you will be in our hearts forever. You will never be forgotten! Rest in peace.
Alan Pope.....Poopie says
So sorry to hear of ” Tacos” passing. We worked together in Illinois for Prevention Fire Protection. He was alot of fun and we had plenty of beers together. He was a good worker and a great “high man” up in the air while working. This was a shocker to hear.
Your baby says
Still missing you baby. I love you so much . Levi is doing good. A lot of people miss you. I will see you again. I know you are up there with mom and she gave you the biggest hug ever when you got there.
June G CAMACHO says
Thinking if you Jeff miss you so much ! Its Christmas time and I know you loved this time of the year plus your Birthday 🎂 forever in my heart ❤ always and forever missed your lil Sis June
June CAMACHO says
Happy Heavenly Birthday to you!! We all miss you so much ! I think about you every day and I know you are on a new journey with your life after life, always and forever in our hearts! Love always your lil Sis June
June camacho says
Dear Jeff
I miss you so much you have been on my mind!!,,, this time last year you were fighting so hard to stay with us but the battle was just to much for your lungs to keep you going 💔 forever in my heart always and forever till I see you again ! Love you your lil sis June
Carol says
It’s a new year still missing you . Levi is doing good. Going to church. God is watching out for the family. Sure wish you were here.
Catherine Moore says
Jeff, you cross my mind often and I laugh at the crazy things we did and crazy times we had. We had so many great times and shared such a special bond over the years. I first saw you when you were 14 and thought you were so incredibly handsome and so sweet. I hated that we lost track of each other after I moved to Co. but we always managed to find each other when I came back to visit. I’m so incredibly grateful that we were able to talk before you passed, you will always be loved and missed by me. RIP.
June camacho says
Jeff, Imiss you so much its just the same without you here think about you every day your lights up every night love you so much forever in my ❤ 🤍
June camacho says
Jeff, Imiss you so much its just the same without you here think about you every day your cross lights up every night love you so much forever in my ❤ 🤍
June camacho says
Dear Jeff ,
Going to see Dad and Janie at there place it wont be the same as it was at your place .Ed and I have great memories there .forever in my ❤ we love and miss you so much
Love always you’ll Sis June
JUNE CAMACHO says
MY dear Brother ,
I miss you so much a lot has happen these past years with out you ,Mom and my dear Coryboy it seems the years are flying by and some days feels like just yesterday . just wanted to say I miss you three so much think about you all everyday always and forever in my Heart
love you your Lil sis .