This Memorial Day weekend, we lost more than just a coach — we lost a pillar of our baseball family. Coach Gabriel Gonzalez was a force of inspiration, a man whose kindness, humor, and unwavering belief in others left an unforgettable mark on everyone who crossed his path.

To many of us — the so-called "baseball rejects" as we jokingly call ourselves — Coach Gabe gave more than just a second chance at the game we love. He gave us purpose, confidence, and a reason to believe in ourselves again.

But Coach Gabe was more than a coach. He was a proud Marine veteran who bravely served on the front lines for our country. He was a mentor, a role model, and a loyal friend. Most of all, he was a loving father — not only to his own children, but to every player who had the privilege of calling him “Coach.”

As we mourn this tremendous loss, we are asking for your support to help his family during this difficult time. Every donation, no matter the size, will go directly to his son, Angel, to assist with memorial arrangements and to ease the financial burden during this time of grief.

Service Details:

Date: Thursday, May 29th

Time: 5:00–6:00 PM (Family) | 6:00–7:00 PM (Friends & Players)

Location: Highland Funeral Home & Memory Gardens

3329 East Semoran Blvd, Apopka, FL 32703

Thank you for helping us honor Coach Gabe — a warrior, a leader, a father, and a hero to so many. His legacy lives on in every life he touched