Felix J. Gutiérrez, Sr. age 84 of The Villages, FL went to dance with abandon on the streets of heaven on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. He is survived by his children: Rosita Cázares, Felix J Gutiérrez II, and Christina (Joey) Strazzante; his granddaughters, Ashleigh (Jeffrey) Simon and Maya Cázares; great granddaughters, Addison and Alyse Simon; and significant other, Therese Hahn; and good friend, Larry Brown. He is preceded in death by his parents, Roberto and Dolores Gutiérrez, and by his beloved wife of 42 years, Rosa A Gutiérrez (nee Ayala).

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, June 28, 2024 directly at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church 7132 Arizona Ave. Hammond, IN with a 10:00 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial  offered by Reverend Ron Zgunda. Interment will follow at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens Crown Point, IN. A Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at Kish Funeral Home 10000 Calumet Ave. Munster, IN from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and again on Friday, at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the 10:00 a.m. Mass.

Felix was born in San Luis Potosi, SLP, Mexico. At the age of 16 he immigrated to the US, where after high school, he proudly served in the United States Army. He made NW Indiana his home for over 40 years. There he married Rosa, raised a family, became an avid ballroom dancer, and obtained a degree in electrical engineering while working at Inland Steel for 37 years. After Rosa’s passing he moved to Florida. He enjoyed pickleball, table shuffleboard, bridge and was an active league pool player. Felix loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, playing games and listening to music in the Town Square. He spent the last 14 years with his significant other, Therese. Who brought him immense love and joy. They spent many years traveling, dancing and enjoying life to the fullest.

Felix was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend to many and will be deeply missed. Our dad loved dressing in vibrant colors. We encourage those who can attend  any part of the service to wear bright colors in honor of our father.

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