David Albert Gonzales

David Albert Gonzales, 66, of Christiansburg passed away on February 16, 2026. Preceding him in death are his father, Esteban Gonzales and his close friend and mentor John "Jack" Boyd.

Loved ones remaining who will forever cherish his memory are his wife Sheryl Gonzales; his sons, Michael Gonzales, Josiah Gonzales (Hannah), ; daughters, Elianna Gonzales, Hannah Gonzales; mother, Alicia Gonzales; brothers, Roger Gonzales (Sherry), Roland Gonzales (Maria); sister, Cindy Gonzales (Ron); sister in law, Lisa VanTol (Neil); neices, Nicole Carter, Brianna Gomez, Elizabeth Garrell, Rebekah VanTol, Abigail VanTol, Annabeth VanTol, Tayler Gonzales; nephews Benjamin VanTol, William VanTol, Isaac VanTol.

David was a Collegiate Professor at Virginia Tech Mechanical Engineering Department. A member of Lifeline Church in Christiansburg, as well as an elder at Hope Christian Church in Winchester MA from 2014 -2022. David had a passion for worship and playing the drums. He loved old musicals and mysteries. David loved whatever the person he was talking with loved. David enjoyed aircrafts (jets, rockets, helicopters, etc.) David deeply loved his family and all they did.

The family would like to express appreciation to the staff at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. In lieu of flowers, please consider giving to Run Ministries at www.runministries.org

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2026 starting at 2:00 at Lifeline Church 1615 N. Franklin Street Christiansburg, with Pastor Lance McDaniel officiating.