Minerva Gonzalez,
Minerva Gonzalez, 63, a 22 year resident of Pearland, TX passed away July 1, 2019 in Houston. Mrs. Gonzalez was born April 27, 1956, in Mexico to Apolinar and Trinidad Martinez. Minerva attended St. Helen Catholic Church and worked for Regency Care in Clear Lake for 6 years. Minerva’s spirit always made everyone feel welcome and special. There was always a place in her home and heart for anyone that knew her. She was loved for so many reasons, but just about everyone would agree that her cooking would bring family over to her house, no matter where they were at. She was adamant that family was most important, and every moment was to be cherished. She not only lived every moment to the fullest but made you feel as though you were able to share in so much more just by being around her. Her favorite past time was either spent hosting amazing tea parties with her grandkids or tending to her garden and flowers. She could find peace and joy in the simplest of things, and would always keep those around her grounded with her love of family and faith. Her grace, smile, dedication to family, and strength of conviction will be remembered by all of those who had the pleasure to spend even a minute with her. She will be missed dearly, but she will live on in the hearts and minds of everyone she touched.
Minerva is preceded in death by her father, Apolinar Martinez, and brothers, Hipolito Martinez and Juan Jose Martinez.
Minerva leaves behind to cherish her memories, her husband of 41 years, Alfredo Gonzalez; daughters: Daizy Cortez, husband Eloy, Yanira Galindo, husband Joe Anthony and Laura Retzlaff, husband Alex; son, Alfredo Aaron Gonzalez, wife Ginger; mother Trinidad Martinez; grandchildren: Lisette Cortez, Aubrie Cortez, Avery Cortez, Cristian Galindo, Gavin Retzlaff, Vivian Retzlaff, Olivia Gonzalez and Aaron Gonzalez; sisters: Carolina Martinez, Sylvia Martinez and husband Jose Isabel, Enedelia Martinez and husband Guillermo, Hilda Martinez and husband Humberto and Dora Martinez and husband Daniel; brothers Saul Martinez and wife Eloina, Hector Martinez and wife Corina, Cesar Martinez and wife Grace and Miguel Martinez and wife Nora.
There will be a visitation from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 4, 2019 at Crowder Funeral Home 2422 E Broadway St Pearland, TX 77581 with a rosary at 6:00 p.m. Mass will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 5, 2019 at St Helen Catholic Church in Pearland with Father Jim Courville officiating, followed by burial at South Park Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Alfredo Gonzalez, Alfredo Aaron Gonzalez, Saul Martinez, Hector Martinez, Cesar Martinez and Miguel Martinez.
Minerva was truly the heart of her family. Our sincerest prayers are with her family.
Do not let the sorrow of losing her overcome the joy of having known her and been loved by her.
Mi más sentido pésame para la familia Gonzáles.
Nuestro más sentido pésame para la familia Gonzalez Martinez.
Truly a beautiful woman inside and out with a warming heart of gold. I’m so glad I got to see and hug her on Saturday. She will be greatly missed QEPD Madre Minerva🖤. My sincere condolences and prayers to the family may God give y’all the strength to get thru this difficult time~🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻GOD BLESS ALL
Yanira and Family,
My heart broke this morning when I read the news. Your mom always had a smile on her face every time I saw her. She was certainly someone who loved her family, and that love was apparent in everything she did.
My heart aches for your lose may god give you strength. Our prayers are out to you all. May God bless the family always. With love the Guzman family
Our heart and prayers are with the Mr. Gonzalez and all the family. May God bless and comfort everyone in this difficult time. Mrs. Gonzalez to me was a very loving and caring person. She will be missed amongst her family and me. May you rest in peace sweet lady. Love you always, Della Ross Lopez and family
My beloved sister would light the room as soon as she walked in , not only because of her beautiful smile but because of her beautiful soul! Sister I’m going to miss your phone calls telling me “ Sis where are flying to now” our long conversation when I was stuck in traffic and her giving updates on mom… I could call her and she would be at Cracker Barrel in 15 min! All decked out make up and matching outfits to jewelry the whole nine yards! She was our beautiful diva! I will miss you my sister but all memories will be in my heart ♥️ forever! Please give daddy a head rub on his bald head for me , give Pepe and Polo a big hug …and for me just guide me from up above
Loving you dearly always
Doris ( she would call me that always )
Mrs. Gonzalez was a such a beautiful lady with a wise, graceful spirit. She always had a smile and was so warm. Loving and taking care of her family was evident. My heart is with all the family. I’m so sorry and are praying for you all.
So sad to hear of your mom passing.
What a beautiful lady she was.
May the lord shine his light during these different time on your family.
Y’all will be in our prayers everyday for comfort and understanding
My thoughts and prayers for Minerva’s family who are missing this beautiful woman more than words can say. She leaves behind an amazing legacy reflected in her husband, children, grand children and all that knew her.
Sin palabras en estos momentos qué puedan reconfortarlos. Nos unimos a la pena que embarga a la familia con Nuestras oraciones y nuestras condolencias, por la pérdida irreparable de nuestra prima Minerva. Le pedimos a Dios la reciba en su gloria.🙏🏽 Descanse en paz MINE 🙏🏽.
Yanira and family… Iam so sorry for the loss if your beautiful mom. GodBless all of you .
I am so sorry for your sudden loss. The generosity of Minerva’s heart and the strength of her spirit are evident in the character of Minerva’s children. Her kindness and openness Lives on in them. May her memory be eternal.
* Our hearts are broken because we miss her gracious and giving spirit, but we grieve not as those who have no hope because our hope is in our Lord who defeated death and was resurrected just as we have put our faith in His promises there by we shall see those who have gone before us again on the last day! Praise be to our GOD. Amen!!! Psalms 34:17-18.
Such a beautiful person outside but most of all inside after reading this beautiful obituary. My love and prayers go out to your family.
My deepest condolences. I can’t believe she’s gone. I was a coworker when she worked at RegencyVillage. I just found out, as I was looking her up to get together. This is a total shock. Rest In Peace my friend😢.