Ruben Gonzalez, 51, of Chandler, Arizona, passed away on July 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of his children and family.

Born on August 6, 1974, in Northridge, California, Ruben was a beloved son, devoted father, cherished brother, loving uncle, cousin, nephew, and a loyal friend to so many. His life was defined by the love he gave so freely, the relationships he treasured, and the unforgettable memories he created with everyone fortunate enough to know him.

Ruben will be remembered for his strength, his abundant heart, his kindness, humor, generosity, intelligence, and gentle spirit. He had a remarkable way of making people laugh, bringing people together, offering comfort and support, and lighting up every room he entered. Even during difficult times, Ruben carried an unwavering positivity that inspired those around him.

Ruben built a successful career in information technology, working for Network Architects, Cisco, Presidio, AIT, Logicalis, 3Cloud, Cyclotron, and Corsica Technologies. During his career, he served in several leadership roles, including Director and Vice President of Managed Service Sales at Presidio, and later as an Account Manager at Corsica Technologies.

In his youth, Ruben was an avid soccer player, and throughout his life he enjoyed fishing, hunting, all kinds of sports, and traveling. But above all else, Ruben’s greatest joy was spending time with his children and the people he loved. His family and friends were the center of his world, and the love he had for them was unmistakable. He had a gift for making people feel welcomed, valued, and loved, and his presence brought warmth and joy to countless lives.

As a son, Ruben brought immeasurable love and pride to his family. As a father, he loved Mateo and Isabella with his whole heart. He leaves them with a lifetime of memories, lessons, laughter, and the certainty that they were deeply and unconditionally loved. His love will continue to guide them throughout their lives.

As a brother, Ruben was a constant source of companionship, laughter, strength, and support. He shared a bond with his siblings that was built on a lifetime of memories, love, and family. His nieces and nephews will remember him as the loving uncle who made them laugh, encouraged them, and believed in them. To his aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws, friends, and coworkers, Ruben was family in every sense of the word. He was dependable, genuine, generous, and unforgettable.

Ruben is survived by his children, Mateo and Isabella Gonzalez; his loving mother, Edina Gonzalez; his brother, Arturo E. Gonzalez (Suzanne); his sister, Marisa Griego (Andrew); his beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, dear friends, mother of his children (Serena), in-laws and coworkers who loved him deeply.

He was preceded in death by his father, Arturo Antonio Gonzalez, with whom he is now reunited.

Ruben’s absence leaves a space in our hearts and in our family that can never be filled. Yet his love, laughter, courage, strength, and beautiful spirit will continue to live on through his children, his family, and every person whose life he touched.

He is deeply loved, will be forever missed, and will never be forgotten.

The Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Friday, July 31, 2026, at St. Jude Thaddeus, 5712 Paradise Blvd. NW Albuquerque, NM 87114. Inurnment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park in Rio Rancho, Vista Verde Memorial Park4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920

Reception location will be announced at the services.

In Ruben’s words, “Peace and Love.”