Gilbert Valenzuela
Obituary
Gilbert Valenzuela, age 57, passed away on January 5, 2021 from complications related to COVID-19, which he contracted at the care facility he had been living at for the past few years.
He was preceded in death by his father, Tony Valenzuela, and his brother, Robert Valenzuela. He is survived by his mother, Gloria Valenzuela; 3 brothers, Anthony, David, and Mark Valenzuela; 2 sisters, Rosalie Limas and Gloria Marquez; his children, Andrea, Gilbert, and Michael; as well as numerous aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Gilbert grew up in Watsonville where he attended local schools. He was a generous person with a big heart. He was a hard worker until his stroke in 2013, which left him paralyzed on the left side of his body and unable to walk. Even in that state he continued his generous spirit, constantly wanting to help his family and friends.
No services are planned at this time due to COVID-19, but the family plans a celebration of life when it is safe to do so.
Published in The Pajaronian · January 21, 2021