Vernel Gonzales Gomez passed away peacefully on August 16, 2017 at the age of 85 years. Beloved wife of the late Merlin Gomez. Mother of Karen Rivera (Cal), Kim Perniciaro (Dominick Jr.) and Tami Jenniskens (Steve). Grandmother of Keely (Syril), James (Jessica), Layne (Charles), Dominick III and Daniel. Great-grandmother of Elicia, Syrinie, Janie Lynne, Liam and Peyton. Sister of Carl Gonzales (Dolores) and the late Geraldine Jones (the late Johnny). Daughter of the late Nora Rodriguez Gonzales and Joseph Gonzales. Also survived by other loving relatives and friends.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the nursing staff of West Jefferson Medical Center, 3rd Floor West and to Drs. Shanableh and Melancon for their care and compassion during this difficult time.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at MOTHE FUNERAL HOMES, 2100 Westbank Expy., Harvey, LA on Monday, August 21, 2017 from 9 AM to 11 AM. A Mass will follow in the funeral home chapel. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park.
For directions or to view and sign the online guest book, please visit:
www.mothefunerals.com
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