Tobias Gonzales Jr., born on July 22, 1941, in Weslaco, Texas, was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on January 10th, in Edinburg, Texas. Tobias was born to Tobias Gonzales Sr. and Eluteria Bustamante.

He was preceded in death by his siblings Jose Gonzales, Eluterio Gonzales, Elicia Gonzales, Israel Gonzales, Ignacio Gonzales, and Martin Gonzales.

He is survived by his brothers Guadalupe Gonzales and Tony Gonzales, and his sister Janie Gonzales. Tobias was the devoted husband of Norma Esqueda Gonzales, with whom he shared 63 years of marriage. They were married on April 7, 1962, beginning a lifetime partnership rooted in faith, love, and service. He was a proud and loving father to JoAnn Gonzales (preceded in death), Brenda Valenzuela (Juan), and his son Toby Ray Gonzales (Dr. Barbara). Tobias was a cherished grandfather to Aaron Salazar (Mabel Gutierrez) and Analise Rae Gonzales, and a beloved great-grandfather to Jasmin Salazar, Alicia Salazar, Emery Luna Salazar (preceded in death), and Erin Salazar.

Tobias faithfully served the Lord as a full-time pastor for 37 years, ministering to congregations in O'Donnell, Denver City, Lorenzo, and Floydada. Known for his gentle and patient spirit, his sense of humor, and his true servant's heart, Tobias touched countless lives through his ministry. In addition to his calling as a pastor, he also worked for the Yoakum County Precent 2, a job he deeply loved and took great pride in.

Tobias will be deeply missed by his family, his church communities, and all who were blessed by his life and his work for our Lord and Savior.

The family would like to sincerely thank everyone for the kind words, prayers, and sweet gestures of love and support they have received during this time.