Richard R. Gonzales Sr., 76, of North Huntingdon, passed away on Sept. 22, 2024, at Westmoreland Hospital. He was born in New York City on Oct. 11, 1947, a son of the late Raymond Gonzales and Margaret Lichney Gonzales. Richard was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during the Vietnam War. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a bus driver for Norwin, Penn Trafford, and Latrobe School Districts. Richard was a Word of Life Church member in Greensburg, Teamsters 301 of Jeannette, and VFW Post 781. In his free time, Richard was an avid outdoorsman and loved cooking. In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his son, Richard Gonzales Jr. He is survived by his loving wife, Donna Gonzales; 3 daughters, Tricia Gonzales, Rachel Gonzales (fiance Jeff Fanala), and Tiffany Gonzales; three stepchildren; two grandchildren, L.J. Seiler and Olivia Seiler; 10 step-grandchildren; and five step-great-grandchildren. A memorial service will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to the National Kidney Foundation. JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, is in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com