It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of an integral part of our family.
Summer Gonzalez ascended in the early hours of January 7th , 2022 after a week long battle with COVID-19. To even conjure those words in this announcement is incredibly heartbreaking as we understand what Summer’s impact is on her family, community, and loved ones.
In the wake of her passing, Summer leaves behind a loving husband of 25 years, Santiago, children Cristian, Janae, Kiana, and Makai. It is without a doubt they will need all prayers, love and support during this extremely difficult time as they navigate in a world without their mother, and wife.
Summer is co-CEO and co-creator of Kiki’s Chicken Place restaurants, working alongside Santiago, successfully growing a locally owned and operated business here in Sacramento. It was one of the many accomplishments she grew proud of, as it was rooted by her family, and supported by her community daily.
