Ruben Gonzales

Ruben Gonzales 50, of Eagle, Idaho, passed away Tuesday, January 26th, 2010 at home surrounded by family members. A viewing for family and friends will be held Friday February 5th, 2010 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm and also Saturday February 6th, 2010 from 9:00am to 1:00pm at Donelson Fir Lawn Memorial Center 1070 W. Main Street Hillsboro, Oregon 97123. Funeral Services will be held immediately following the Saturday viewing at the same location. Ruben was born on April 21, 1959 in Mt. Vernon, Washington the youngest son of Jesus and Isidora Gonzales. Ruben was raised in Washington, spent most of his life in Oregon, and completed his life in Idaho. He Married Julie Backman on September 6, 1980 and together they have three children and two grandsons. Ruben was a dedicated and loving dad and his family was the single most important part of his life. His greatest joy other than his family was the 30 years he spent in the oil industry. He held positions at Union 76, Shell Oil Company and most recently completed his climb up the corporate ladder as Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Jackson Oil Company. Throughout the 29 years of marriage Ruben moved his family 11times and had many great experiences. Some of Ruben’s favorite experiences were spending time with his grandsons, driving his corvette, enjoying good times with friends, and always being the first out on the dance floor with his wife Julie. Ruben is survived by his wife of 29 years Julie, his three children Cacye and her husband Jerry, Adam and his wife Khrinda, R. Zachary Gonzales and his two grandsons Jackson and Jacoby. He is also survived by his father Jesus, siblings Maria, Jesus Jr, and Roberto and there families. Ruben was preceded in death by his mother Isidora Gonzales. The family would like to thank Dr Zuckerman and staff, Andrea and the MSTI nurses, Dr Billingsley and staff at OHSU and the wonderful support of Kathy Alkire. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the St Lukes Hospital, MSTI, 520 South Eagle Road Meridian, ID 83642.

Please visit Ruben’s Memorial Webpage at www.CloverdaleFuneralHome.com.