Ernest Gonzales 

Ernest Gonzales, age 58, passed away on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 in San Marcos, Texas. 

Ernest graduated from Johnston High School in Austin, Texas. He later worked for Texas Disposal Systems (TDS) for 11 years. He also served as co-owner and chef for 16 years of both China Chang Restaurant in Austin, Texas and Hong Kong Restaurant in San Marcos, Texas. 

In his free time, Ernest enjoyed listening to music, working on or washing his vehicles, cooking, and spending time with his loved ones. He will be remembered for always willing to be the one to hold the piñata at all of the kids' parties, carving the turkey every Thanksgiving, and most of all, his big bear hugs and radiant smile.