Reinaldo "Piry" Gonzalez Obituary (1956

Springfield- Reinaldo 'Piry' Gonzalez, 56, passed away on Mar. 4, at Baystate Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Reinaldo was born in Guayama, Puerto Rico to the late Adrian Gonzalez and Lydia Lopez. He leaves to cherish his memory: his wife of many years, Rosa Valentin; a son, Harry Gonzalez; 2 daughters, Yara M. DePalma-Gonzalez and Carol E. Gonzalez; 4 brothers, Andres, Raul, Jose and Angel Luis Gonzalez; 3 sisters, Leida, Idalia and Gloria Gonzalez; and a grandson, Nicholas Adrian DePalma. An animal lover, he also leaves behind his beloved pets, 'Twinkey', 'Bella' and 'Diesel'. His outgoing personality and infectious smile will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center. Funeral Services will be held on Fri., Mar. 8, from 4 - 8 p.m. at Puerta Del Cielo(r) Funeral Home, 730 State St.