Leonard Gutierrez, Jr., age 87, was born on July 8, 1938, in Palacios, Texas, and entered eternal rest on December 21, 2025, in Houston, Texas. Leonard was a devoted and loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose kindness and warmth touched all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Caroline Gutierrez; his son, Leonard Gutierrez III; and his siblings, Ben Gutierrez, Ruben Gutierrez, Oscar Gutierrez, Susie Rios, and Yolanda Jimenez.

Leonard leaves behind to cherish his memory his sons, Fidel Gutierrez and wife Cheryl, and Ray Gutierrez; his daughter, Joanne Gutierrez Mihaly and husband Ricardo; his grandchildren, Matthew and wife Lacey, Valerie and husband Andre “Dre,” Leonard Gutierrez IV, and Maya; and his treasured great-grandchild, Matthew Dash. He is also survived by many other loving family members and a host of dear friends.

Leonard will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who had the privilege of sharing life’s moments and cherished memories with him.

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