MIDDLETOWN, Calif. – Gonzales G. Garcia, 82, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017, in Middletown.

A native of Knippa, Texas, he lived in Lake County for 30 years. He served his country in the US Army, serving in the 10th Battle Group, 3rd Brigade.

Mr. Garcia is survived by his son, Fred Garcia; daughter, Sandra Fiddler (Sam); two grandchildren, Sam and Christy Fiddler; four brothers, Ernie, Frank, Raymond and Manuel Garcia; and four sisters, Anita Duran, Sally Ruiz, Lucy Brunson and Joann Garcia.

He was predeceased by his brothers, Pete, Tom and Gonzie.

A celebration of life will be held in Middletown at a future date.

Gonzales’ family would appreciate memorial donations be sent to the American Lung Association, Donation Processing Center, P.O. Box 7000, Albert Lea, MN 56007-8001.

Arrangements under the care of Jones & Lewis Clear Lake Memorial Chapel.

Please share your loving memories of Gonzales by signing his online guestbook at www.jonesandlewis.com and www.Legacy.com .