Antonio Gonzales

Jr.

Antonio Gonzales Jr. passed away on August 13, 2024, at the age of 76, in Harlingen, Texas. Born on September 20, 1947, he was a cherished member of his family and community, remembered as a loving brother, father, and husband.

Antonio proudly served in the US Army from 1964 to 1968, during which he participated in the Vietnam War. His dedication to service was recognized with numerous medals, including the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross Medal, Republic of Vietnam Presidential Unit Citation Medal, Vietnam Counter Defense Medal, and Europe Berlin Service Medal.

Following his honorable military career, Antonio found joy in spending time at the AM 205, where he considered the members his second family.

Antonio is survived by his brother, Jose R. Gonzales; sister and brother-in-law Irma M. and Ernest Garcia; son, Anthony Gonzales; daughter, Connie; and grandchildren, Skye Renken, and Zachariah. He was preceded in death by his mother, Consuelo Gonzales, wife Brenda Gonzales, and son, Mark Rogers.

Visitation will be held at Trinity Funeral Home in Harlingen, Texas, with a viewing on Sunday, August 18, 2024, from 1:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. with a Prayer of the Holy Rosary at 7:00 p.m.

Interment will follow on Monday, August 19, 2024, at RGV Veterans Cemetery in Mission, Texas.

Pallbearers include Anthony Gonzales, Rodolfo Trevino Jr., Ricardo Moreno, August Will, Celestino Oviedo Jr., and Noel Acevedo. Honorary pallbearers are Jose R. Gonzales and Ernest Garcia Jr.

With love and remembrance, The Family of Antonio Gonzales Jr.'s funeral arrangements are entrusted to Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home 1002 East Harrison Avenue Harlingen, TX 78550. You may contact us with any questions at (956) 364-2444 or visit us at www.trinityfunerals.com