Raymond Gonzales, 74 of Fennville, Michigan, passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2022 after a valiant battle with cancer. Born April 18, 1948, in La Font, Missouri, he was the son of the late Solomon and Josefina (Vallejo) Gonzales. Raymond possessed wonderful qualities that allowed him to be friends with many people that crossed his path in life. He had a great knack of helping others in need and was known as a jokester who loved to laugh and make others laugh. He enjoyed magic tricks and loved dogs, especially his pup, J-Lo. Raymond was very kind to others and had a special bond with his brother, Frank. He loved his family and some of his friends even became like family. His strength and outlook while battling cancer was an inspiration to others and he is already missed greatly. Ray is survived by his son, Raymond Gonzales, Jr.; his daughter, Cecilia Gonzales; two grandchildren; three siblings, Frank Gonzales, Tony Gonzales and Isabelle Gonzales; and special friend, Jennifer Frost. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his five siblings, Amille, Annette, Anita, Santiago, and Ramona. Friends may meet with the family at Chappell Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at which time the funeral service will begin, Pastor Carlos Lopez officiating. Interment will take place in Fennville City Cemetery. The family wishes to thank Hospice of Holland for their care during Ray's last days. Chappell Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Service Details. Visitation When: Wednesday, October 5th, 2022 10:00am - 11:00am Location: Chappell Funeral Home Address: 637 West Main Street Fennville, MI 49408 Service When: Wednesday, October 5th, 2022 11:00am Location: Chappell Funeral Home Address: 637 West Main Street Fennville, MI 49408 Interment Wednesday, October 5th, 2022 | When: Wednesday, October 5th, 2022 Location: Fennville City Cemetery Address: Hwy M-89, Fennville, 1/2 miles west of city limits Fennville, MI 49408 Online Memory & Photo Sharing Event Ongoing Online Event About this event In Loving Memory Of Raymond Gonzales April 18, 1948 - September 28, 2022 Look inside to read what others have shared Family and friends are coming together online to create a special keepsake. Every memory left on the online obituary will be automatically included in this book. View Tribute Book