Adelaida Gonzales

Adelaida L. Gonzales, of Clovis, New Mexico arrived at the pearly gates and golden streets of Heaven on April 15, 2020.

Adelaida was brought into this world on December 16, 1937 in New Braunfels, Texas by parents Manuel and Refujia, but was raised by her beloved Grandma, Feliz Gallegos.

Adelaida was married to Jessie R. Gonzales and she absolutely adored the family they created. Adelaida was an incredibly empathetic soul who was constantly reminding her children of her love. She was a hard worker and would help on her family’s farm, then go straight home to take care of her house and children. She is said to have offered food to anyone who would walk into her home, because food was her love language to everyone. Adelaida collected roosters and knick-knacks aplenty and also enjoyed attending the Calvary Tabernacle Church in Clovis, New Mexico.

Adelaida is preceeded in death by previous spouse; Jessie R. Gonzales, mother; Refujia G. Segura, loving Grandmother; Feliz Gallegos and step father; Perfecto Segura.

Adelaida’s legacy of love and kindness lives on through those surviving her. Surviving Adelaida are her kids; Irene (Gilbert) Lozano of Amarillo, TX, Jessie Gonzales of Amarillo, TX, Elida Gonzales of Lubbock, TX, Robert (Maria) Gonzales Sr. of Friona, Tx, Nancy Eguia of Dallas, TX, Mary Gonzales of Anton Chico NM, Christina (Daniel) Sandoval of Clovis, NM and Virginia (Ray) Herrera of Clovis, NM. Adelaida is also survived by 15 beautiful grandchildren and 40 great-grandchildren.

Adelaida would say to her children every night while speaking , “Goodnight, and sleep with the angels.” Adelaida is now rejoicing in heaven, with those very angels.

Adelaida is in the loving care of Steed Todd Funeral Home.