Albert Gonzales, 77, of Gilroy, CA, passed away unexpectedly on April 4, 2025.

Albert was born February 1, 1948, in Sanger, CA, the son of Guillermo Saenz Gonzales and Maria Luisa Gonzales (Ramirez).

Albert graduated from James Lick High School in 1966, then went on to San Jose City College before graduating from San Jose State University.

Albert was the President and Owner of Pipe-Net Inc. for 25 years. In 2024 he retired from the construction industry.

Albert especially loved San Francisco Giants Baseball, 49ers Football, The Golden State Warriors Basketball, and Golf. He was an avid sports watcher, music lover, and foodie. He was always wanting to try new recipes and throw parties to share his new finds.

Remaining to cherish Albert's memory are Siblings; Emma Chavez, Mary Rivera, Rachel Escamilla, Della Duran, Nellie Esquivel (Val), Gloria Gonzales, and Marcus Gonzales (Sylvia). 19 Nieces, 16 Nephews, and numerous Great Nieces and Nephews, and Great-Great Nieces and Nephews. Not to mention many lifelong friends he considered family.

Preceding Albert in death are parents, Guillermo Gonzales and Maria Luisa Gonzales; brothers, Guillermo "Billy" Gonzales (Mina) and Jesse Gonzales (Dora); sisters, Lupe Stribling and Rosemary Esparza; nephews, Gilbert Chavez, Daniel Hinojos, Henry "Bully" Esparza, and Marcus Escamilla.

Celebration of Life services will be held May 29, 2025, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Parish Church, located at 11 1st St., Gilroy, CA. A Celebration of Life Reception will follow at the Gilroy Lodge on the Hill (Elks Lodge) located at 2765 Hecker Pass Hwy., Gilroy, CA.