Gilbert Anthony Gonzales, a true blessing was born April 29, 1982, to Rosemary Gonzales and Gilbert Marruffo Jr in Phoenix, AZ. Sadly Gilbert unexpectedly embarked on his celestial journey on September 17, 2023 in Phoenix, AZ, leaving the world to remember and honor a soul so beautifully radiant and benevolent.

Gilbert, with his boundless warmth and generosity, was many things to many people—a beloved father, devoted son, caring brother, loving uncle, cherished cousin, dear nephew, adored grandson, loving fiance, and a one-of-a-kind friend. His existence was a beautiful dance of passion and an unwavering quest to fill every heart with love and light.

He did his very best to be a beacon of hope and unwavering support to everyone he met, especially to his three beautiful children, illuminating their worlds with his unconditional love. His life was a melody of altruism and kindness, always extending a supportive hand to those around him, even when he himself was in search of a comforting embrace.

Gilbert's essence was a harmonious and soothing melody; his hands created magic on his guitar, weaving tunes of hope and love that touched every heart that heard them. His voice, a reflection of his expansive heart, reached out and warmed the souls of all who were around him. Every note he played, every song he sang was a declaration of his deep love and passion for music, a treasure he generously shared with the world.

He painted the world with his musical notes and touched the deepest corners of many hearts with his boundless kindness and joyful spirit. The brilliance of his soul will continue to shine in the heavenly skies, reminding us of the love and joy he spread in our lives. The world grieves the departure of such a wonderful soul, but his melodies will continue to resonate, eternal echoes of love, kindness, and joy.

Gilbert Anthony Gonzales, his memory and spirit will be profoundly missed but will forever live in the hearts of those who were blessed to know him.