Donald Frederick Gage, known to everyone as Don, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.  He died from complications due to a fall.

Don was born and raised in Gilroy.  He lived in Gilroy his entire life. He attended local schools.  Don participated in sports while at Gilroy High School.  As a wrestler, he won the Northern California championship for his weight class.  When at San Jose State, he wrestled there too.  He played football for Gavilan College.

Don's mother's family came from Italy in 1921 and settled in Gilroy.  Their family owned a ranch where they raised prunes, peaches, and cherries.

Don had 34 years in politics, as a council member, Mayor, for the City of Gilroy.  He then progressed to Supervisor, Santa Clara County, was elected to the Santa Clara Vally Water Board, then returned to Gilroy to be the Mayor again.

Don eventually retired to spend time with his family.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, pedro, and poker with weekly groups.

Don is survived by his wife, Jeanne of 42 years, daughters, Therese Bonesio ( Kurt Ashley)  and Lori Moffit ( Vince ).  His brothers Morris and Brian McHenry, their wives, Kathy and Jeannie; grandchildren, Louis, Ashley, Natalie, Ryan and Brittany, along with 5 Great Grandchildren.

A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, April 5th, 10:00AM, at St. Mary Catholic Church.  Interment will be private.  A Celebration of Life Open House will be held on Saturday, May 17th, 2:00PM, at The Old City Hall, in Gilroy.  Everyone is welcome.

Don would have appreciated donations to St. Joseph's Family Center, Gilroy, and the San Martin Animal Shelter for homeless animals in San Martin.