Delores "Lolly" Gonzales

Delores “Lolly” Gonzales, age 83, of Lawrence, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Windsor Place in Lawrence.

She was born the daughter of Epigmenio and Maria (Rodriguez) Tiscareno on September 5, 1943, in St. Paul, MN. Delores attended Hayden High School in Topeka and worked as an Audit Clerk for Payless.

Delores was a devoted daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who found her greatest joy in being surrounded by those she loved. An excellent cook, she enjoyed preparing traditional Mexican meals for family and friends, especially her homemade tortillas. She adored her grandchildren and cherished every opportunity to spoil them, take them out to dinner, and cheer them on at their sporting events.

Delores enjoyed shopping, crocheting, tending to her plants and flowers, and cheering on her beloved KU Jayhawks. She looked forward to Sundays spent sharing a drink and laughter with close friends and cousins. She shared a special bond with her mother, whom she adored. Known for her generous heart and thoughtful nature, Delores had a beautiful way of making others feel loved. The memories and traditions she created will forever be cherished by her family.

Delores was a devout Catholic and a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.

Survivors include her two sons, Roger Gonzales and his wife, Theresa, and Bryan Gonzales and his wife, Erin; three grandchildren, Owen, Isaac, and Gabriel Gonzales; sister, Catherine “Katie” Luna; brother, Camilo Tiscareno; former husband, Vincent G. Gonzales, Jr.; as well as a loving extended family and many dear friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; granddaughter, Elena Gonzales; and brother, Francisco Tiscareno.

She will lie in state with a visitation being held from 5:30-7:00 P.M., on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, with a Rosary being prayed at 6:30 P.M., at Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M., on Friday, October 16, 2026, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Inurnment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Topeka.

Memorial contributions can be made in Delores' memory to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, sent in care of the funeral home.

To honor Delores' memory, we invite you to share your stories, photos, and favorite moments on her memorial page at www.brennanmathenafh.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Ave., Topeka, KS 66603.