Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA

Maria Elena Figueroa

Maria Elena Figueroa

Dec 2, 2025

Maria Elena Figueroa, age 89, a symbol of strength and unwavering resolve, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2025, surrounded by family she built and protected. Born on July 5, 1936, in a small town in Durango Mexico, Maria's life was a testament of her perseverance against all odds.

From a young age, Maria faced challenges and...

Felicitas Santillan Hernandez

Felicitas Santillan Hernandez

Dec 1, 2025

Felicitas Santillan nacio el 29 de Septiembre 1959 en Mezquitic de Carmona, San Luis Potosi. Fallecio el 1ro de Diciembre 2025. Quienes tuvieron el privilegio de conocerla recordaran siempre su gran corazon y dedicacion a su familia.

Le sobrevive su hijo Aaron Santillan, nuera Janet Santillan y nietos Sophia ·�· , Emila, Milah, Olivia y Matias Santillan....

Mary Alice Bettencourt

Mary Alice Bettencourt

Nov 26, 2025

Mary Bettencourt, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on November 26, 2025, with family by her side. She was 88 years old.

Mary was born in San Jose, California, to Arthur and Anna Escobar. She grew up on her father's dairy farm alongside her siblings—Joe, Art, and Ann—all of whom preceded...

Arturo Cruz

Arturo Cruz

Nov 25, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Arturo Cruz Jr., who left this world on November 24, 2025. Arturo was a devoted husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, brother, and friend whose steady strength, humor, and generous spirit touched all who knew him.

Arturo found his greatest peace on two wheels; riding his bike.   The riding was more...

Nancy Lu Thomas

Nancy Lu Thomas

Nov 22, 2025

Nancy Lu Thomas of Gilroy, CA passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great gramma, sister and friend. She was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa on September 9, 1939. Family stories were told that the name "Nancy" was chosen by her mother as a tribute to their maternal ancestor, Nancy Hanks Lincoln, who was...

Kelsey Drew Daniels Pollard

Kelsey Drew Daniels Pollard

Nov 20, 2025

Kelsey Drew Daniels Pollard from South Lake Tahoe, California, died at the UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, California on November 20, 2025, from complications of liver failure and sepsis. She was 35 years old.

Kelsey was born in San Jose, California, on June 22, 1990. She was raised by her immensely loving and supportive parents and...

Hope Munoz

Hope Munoz

Nov 18, 2025

Hope Munoz, born in Azusa, California, to Jose and Josephine Quintana, passed away on November 18, 2025, in Hollister, California.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Phil Munoz, and siblings Joe Quintana Sr., Julia Sundwell, Stella Alanzo, and John Quintana.

Hope is survived by her siblings Leo Quintana, Irene Ynzunza, Evelyn Murphy, David Quintana, and Henry Quintana. She leaves...

Douglas John Buessing

Douglas John Buessing

Nov 17, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas "Doug" John Buessing, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Doug passed away on November 17, 2025, at the age of 78.

Doug was born on October 22, 1947, in Merced, California, to Paul and Bernice "Bea" Buessing. One of seven children, he...

Pastor Louis G. Herrera

Pastor Louis G. Herrera

Nov 10, 2025

Pastor Louis G. Herrera, age 76, of Gilroy, CA, went home to be with the Lord on November 10, 2025.

Louis was born on February 2, 1949, in Hollister, CA, to Lucy and Louie Herrera. Before entering the ministry, he proudly served in the United States Marine Corps for two years before being honorably discharged, carrying with...

Carmen Grijalva Juarez

Carmen Grijalva Juarez

Nov 8, 2025

Surrounded by her loved ones Carmen Grijalva Juarez passed away on November 8, 2025. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and much more to her family.

Carmen will be remembered for her strong spirit and loving support that she brought to those around her. As the matriarch of her family she created a home full of love...

Barbara Jean Guerini

Barbara Jean Guerini

Nov 3, 2025

Barbara Jean Guerini, wife, mother, homemaker and small business owner, was born in Santa Monica, California and was a 50+ year member of the Native Daughters of the Golden West.

In-between shuttling the boys around town to their different activities, Barbara supported the family by operating a home-based dog grooming business for over 20 years. Barbara's love...

Frances Musachia

Frances Musachia

Oct 29, 2025

Frances Musachia (Scalfani) passed away peacefully just before her 100th birthday.

She was married to her husband Nick for 66 years prior to his passing in 2011.

She leaves behind her daughter Kathy Filice (Gennaro) and son Bud Muschia (Chris), granddaughter Paige Davis (Matt), great grandchildren Addison and Connor; grandson Scott (deceased) and great granddaughter...

Rosa Aguirre

Rosa Aguirre

Oct 26, 2025

Rosa Aguirre, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, entered into eternal rest on October 26, 2025, at the age of 82.

Born in Michoacán, Mexico, Rosa dedicated her life to faith, family, and service. She worked for Gilroy Foods for over 20 years and was known for her kindness and generous heart.

She is survived by...

Felice Villa

Felice Villa

Oct 25, 2025

Felice Villa born May 2,1938 to parents Longino Dominguez and Juana Ortiz. She was the 7th child from 9 kids. Wife, mom, grandmother , great grandmother, great great grandmother and sister. Passed peacefully at the age of 87 on Saturday October 25,2026.

She was a mom to 7 children Jose,David, Sergio ,Ray,Anna , Rosie and Manuel jr....

Maria Trinidad Avalos De Gonzalez

Maria Trinidad Avalos De Gonzalez

Oct 16, 2025

Maria Trinidad Avalos de Gonzalez, 98 passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 11, 1928, in Atotonilco, el alto Jalisco. Maria dedicated her life to creating a warm and nurturing home for her family, her unwavering faith guided her life and her approach to motherhood. As a mother of 10, grandmother...

Alice Elisa Medina

Alice Elisa Medina

Oct 15, 2025

It is with great sadness that we share the peaceful passing of our beloved mother, Alice E. Medina, who gained her wings on October 15, 2025. Her children were beside her, walking her to the gates of Heaven.

Alice was born to Benjamin Medina and Maria Isabel Segovia. The youngest of five children, she cherished her big...

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