Aloha-as a dear friend of the Gonzales ohana, I am raising funds to help with memorial expenses for their beautiful boy Julian, who left this earth December 5th, 2022, surrounded by loving family and friends.

I have been best friends with his mom Jen for over 30 years. Our families were very close and our seven children grew up together on the Big Island of Hawaii, Julian being the oldest. He was loved by all and idolized by my son Joey. I can still hear him calling “Julian! Julian!”, hoping to get his attention and approval.

Many have described the light Julian brought into this world, and he truly was a shooting star, instantly and forever impacting those he came in contact with.

There have been and will be many expenses involved in his tragic passing, including multiple airfares to Portland, cremation costs, and memorial expenses. If you are able and it is in your heart to do so, please give what you can to help this beautiful family during this very difficult time. All funds above their expenses will be donated to the Big Island Substance Abuse Council and National Alliance of Mental Health. Mahalo nui, Katy