Daniel P. Gonzales

August 22, 1944 - August 19, 2025

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6025 82nd Street

Lubbock, TX 79424

Sunday 8/24, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers

6025 82nd Street

Lubbock, TX 79424

Monday 8/25, 2:00 pm

Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers

6025 82nd Street

Lubbock, TX 79424

Sunday 8/24, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Daniel Penilla Gonzales, beloved father, brother, and Popo passed away on August 19, 2025, just three days shy of his 81st birthday. He was born on August 22,1944 in Live Oak County in Nell, Texas to Alfredo Gonzales and Maria Penilla.

Daniel provided for his family as a farmer for over 45 years. He was an avid fisherman, a die-hard Texas Tech fan, and loved casino road trips. He enjoyed eating out anywhere he could order a good burger, an occasional beer, or a Coca-Cola. Daniel instilled the importance of education in his children and supported all 4 to obtain college degrees. He valued education so much that he established a memorial scholarship at Ropes High School in his wife’s name. The Yolanda Gonzales Memorial Scholarship has helped students in his community attend college for over a decade. It will now become the Daniel & Yolanda Gonzales Memorial Scholarship.

Daniel was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Yolanda; his parents, Alfredo and Maria Gonzales; his brothers, Abel and Gabriel Gonzales; and his son-in-law, Thomas Myrick. He is survived by his children, Robert (Rebecca) Gonzales of Ropesville, Noel Gonzales of Lubbock, Esther Myrick of Lubbock, and Evaleen Gonzales of Ropesville; his grandchildren Ty (Stephenie) Gonzales of Crane, Taylor Gonzales of Lubbock, and Samara Gonzales of Ropesville as well as his great-grandchildren Rosellen, Lukas, Joel, Evie, Skyleigh, Xyler, Alyssa, Tristen, Klaire, Brooke, and Kinzie; his sisters Adela Cruz and Rafaela (Rey)Ochoa both of Levelland.

The family would like to especially thank Teresa Cruz, his niece, who cared for him as her own father. They would also like to thank Hospice of the South Plains for their support, encouragement, and love shown through this journey but especially Andrea Hernandez and Manuela Robinson. Their patience, empathy, and compassion for Daniel and the family will be forever cherished.

Daniel’s legacy of love, humor, and generosity will live on in the hearts of those he leaves behind. He will be deeply missed but fondly remembered.

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Celebrating the Life of Daniel P. Gonzales

Broadcasted 8/25/25 2:55pm - 8/25/25 3:32pm

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I love you and miss you Popo. I left my hat in your casket for our next fishing trip. I hope there’s plenty of cotton tails in those happy hunting grounds. Give Memaw a hug and a kiss for me. I know y’all are tearing up the dance floor up there.

You and your family are in our thoughts during this difficult time.

Sending my prayers and condolences to all!! Love you popo may you rest in peace! Until we meet again! I will never forget all the memories made at lady raider basketball games with you and Evie!! You have gained your wings, now fly high!

Wishing you comfort and peace during this difficult time.

So many wonderful memories I have of your Dad, but what I remember the most is how kind he always was to me and always had something funny to say to me that made me laugh. Your dad was one of the good ones and he will be missed. I'm so thankful that he finally got to be with your mom again. I know he has missed her so much over the years. He sure left you all a wonderful legacy. May God give you all the strength in the days to come. Thankful your Daddy is whole again and walking those beautiful streets of gold. Praying special comforting prayers for you all.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.