Lita Gonzales

Lita M. Gonzales, age 84, of Clovis, NM, died Friday, October 3, at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, TX. She was born September 13, 1924 to Jose Reyes and Dolores Madrid in Wilson, TX. She is survived by three daughters and one son: Julia Gonzales of Clovis, NM, Mary Hernandez of Clovis, NM, Rosella Gonzales Marijo Baca of Rio Rancho, NM and Tom Gonzales Lala of Palm Coast, FL.; two grandchildren, Bernice Matthew Blanton and Dino Jennifer Gonzales both of Palm Coast, FL; six grandchildren, Timothy Gonzales, Lisa Blanton, Justine Blanton, Cory Carlson, Adam Gonzales and Hayden Blanton all of Palm Coast, FL; one great grandchild, Anthony Santos of Palm Coast, FL; two sisters, Mary Madrid of Clovis and Julia Vankirk of Alameda, CA; and numerous, nieces, nephews and other family.

Lita was preceded in death by her parents; son, Tony Gonzales; grandson, Ronnie Hernandez; son-in-law Ray Hernandez; five sisters, Dome Madrid, Emilia Sandoval, Aurora Gonzales, Juana Segura, Luisa Lopez; and, one brother, Santos Madrid.

Lita retired from Mental Health Resources, Inc. in 1987. Following retirement she volunteered as a foster grandparent and was active in senior services. She served on the La Casa Senior Center founding board and annually competed in the Senior Olympics where she medaled in many events. Her leisure time interests included quilting, playing cards, gardening, dancing and socializing with family and friends. While her focus during her earlier adult years was on raising a family, her senior years were spent enjoying her family and friends.

A rosary will be held Friday, October 10 at 7:00 PM at Steed -Todd Chapel. The memorial service will be Saturday, October 11 at 11 :00 AM at Steed-Todd Chapel. A reception will follow the service at a location to be announced at the service.

In lieu of flowers andor gifts, the family requests a contribution to the charity of your choice.

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