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With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Elena Gonzalez, who departed this life on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the age of 96. Born on August 31, 1929, in Loiza, Puerto Rico, Elena lived a remarkable life grounded in her rich cultural heritage and unwavering dedication to her family. Elena was a beloved homemaker, cherishing her role in raising her family and creating a nurturing home. She is survived by her devoted children, Luzbery Cruz Ortiz, Nelson Ortiz, Julio Calderon, Luz Maria Hertz, Mayra Ortiz, Maria Elena Ortiz, Annibal Ortiz Gonzalez, and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In honor of Elena’s life, a viewing will be held at the Whelan Schwartz Funeral Home 444 North 9th Street Reading, PA 19601 on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM.
Burial of her Urn will take place at Charles Evans Cemetery 1119 Centre Ave. Reading, PA 19601 on Friday, June 19, 2026 at 11:00am.
Elena Gonzalez will be remembered for her unwavering spirit and the warmth she brought to all those who knew her. She leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories that will forever remain in the hearts of her family and friends. Elena was preceded in death by her husband, Efrain Gonzalez, parents, Genaro Gonzalez, Cruz Pizarro-Correa, and children Apolonia Ayala and Alfredo Calderon.
Con profunda tristeza, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Elena González, quien partió de este mundo el domingo 7 de junio de 2026, a la edad de 96 años. Nacida el 31 de agosto de 1929 en Loíza, Puerto Rico, Elena vivió una vida extraordinaria, arraigada en su rica herencia cultural y su inquebrantable dedicación a su familia.Elena fue una querida ama de casa, que atesoraba su papel en la crianza de su familia y en la creación de un hogar acogedor. Le sobreviven sus amados hijos, Luzbery Cruz Ortiz, Nelson Ortiz, Julio Calderón, Luz María Hertz, Mayra Ortiz, María Elena Ortiz, Annibal Ortiz González, así como varios nietos y bisnietos.
En honor a la vida de Elena, se realizará un velorio en la Funeraria Whelan Schwartz, ubicada en 444 North 9th Street, Reading, PA 19601, el miércoles 17 de junio de 2026, de 4:00 p. m. a 6:00 p. m.
El entierro de la urna tendrá lugar en el cementerio Charles Evans, ubicado en 1119 Centre Ave., Reading, PA 19601, el viernes 19 de junio de 2026 a las 11:00 a. m.
Elena González será recordada por su espíritu inquebrantable y la calidez que transmitía a todos los que la conocieron. Deja un legado de amor y recuerdos entrañables que permanecerán para siempre en los corazones de su familia y amigos.A Elena le precedieron en la muerte su esposo, Efraín González; sus padres, Genaro González y Cruz Pizarro-Correa; y sus hijos, Apolonia Ayala y Alfredo Calderón.
Whelan Schwartz Funeral Home, Inc
Charles Evans Cemetery
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