Rafael R. Gomez

Rafael R. Gomez 91, died September 18, 2020 at his home in Casa Grande, AZ. He was born
to Pedro and Laura Elena Gomez on April 12, 1929 in Mexico. Rafael led a very full and
interesting life accomplishing many things. He earned a Master’s in Education by age 15. He
later studied at University of Arizona. Rafael managed several radio stations. At one point,
Rafael was the personal Pilot for Barry Goldwater. He also served as the President for the
Mexican Chamber of Commerce in Phoenix. His love for music was only surpassed by his
passion for his family. He enjoyed telling stories and singing funny songs for everyone in the
family and gave everyone a nickname. All who knew him knew him as "TATA". Rafael is
survived by his Daughter Marisela Valenzuela (Jose Valenzuela),Son Rafael A. Gomez,
(Barbara Gomez),his Son Carlos C. Gomez, his Grandchildren that he raised Yvette
Arellano(Sam Arellano), Karina Alapizco, Cristina Alapizco and Mario Gomez, 13 other
Grandchildren, 31 Great Grandchildren and 7 Great Great Grandchildren. He was preceded in
death by his Wife Mary Jane Gomez, his daughter Laura Gomez, his son Ernesto Gomez,5
Siblings, his Grandson Alfonso Alejandro Gomez, his Granddaughter Briana Eliza Gomez his
Great Grandson Ezequiel Benavidez and his parents.Please contact family for service time and
day.