Peter Louis Gonzalez

Obituary for Peter Louis Gonzalez Peter Louis Gonzalez, 80, of Manassas, Virginia, passed away on August 13, 2025, at Prince William Hospital. Born on October 21, 1944, in Manhattan, New York, Peter was the son of the late Pedro Gonzalez and Lillian (Rivas) Gonzalez. He grew up in a strong Catholic tradition, guided by a deep sense of service and duty—values that shaped his entire life. Peter graduated from Iona College in 1967 with a Bachelor’s degree and soon after entered military service. He proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1967 to 1975, achieving the rank of Captain while serving as a signals intelligence officer, including overseas service during the Vietnam War. He continued his commitment to country in the Air Force Reserve until his honorable discharge in 1984. Following his military career, Peter joined the Federal Bureau of Investigation in 1976 as a Special Agent. After graduating from the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia, he went on to serve ten years with distinction before leaving the Bureau in 1986. He later worked as a private investigator in Florida before beginning a 20-year career with the Florida Department of Health as a malpractice and elderly affairs investigator. He retired in 2010, leaving behind a legacy of integrity and public service. Peter is survived by his son, Michael Peter Gonzalez (Carlene Rae Gonzalez), and his daughter, Lisa Gonzalez Singh (Pushpinder Paul Deep Singh). He was the proud grandfather of Megan Ashleigh Gonzalez, Kenneth Edward Bradford, Kevin Charles Bradford, Kathleen Rae Martin, and Kristen Marie Pullen. He also cherished his granddaughters Elyse Loren Singh and Celeste Juliana Singh. In addition, he is survived by ten great-grandchildren. Peter is also survived by his siblings: his sister, Alicia Houston (Ron Houston), along with their three children, Adam Ramos, Joel Ramos, and Jillian Roth; and his brother, David Gonzalez, and his daughters, Vera Gonzalez and Paloma Gonzalez. He is further survived by six great-nieces and nephews. Peter will be remembered for his devotion to his country, his unwavering work ethic, and his lifelong commitment to public service. A graveside funeral service with full military honors will be held on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. at Quantico National Cemetery, where his ashes will be interred.

Peter Louis Gonzalez

October 21, 1944 - August 13, 2025