Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA

Mark Joseph Mccarthy

Mark Joseph Mccarthy

Apr 9, 2016

Mark Joseph McCarthy, age 66, passed away from a lengthy illness, at his home in Gilroy, California on April 9th, 2016. He was born August 9th, 1949 in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Mark is a veteran of the Vietnam War, where he earned several medals, including the Bronze Star, the Air Medal and Good Conduct Medal. He served his country with...

Miguel Pena

Miguel Pena

Apr 6, 2016

Miguel Peña passed away on April 6, 2016 at his home at the age of 86. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 58 years , Margarita Peña. Caring and supportive father to Sylvia Peña, David Peña, and Samuel Peña. Loving grandfather to Amanda Graves, Michael Peña, Frances Peña, David Peña, and Samantha Peña. Preceded...

Diana Mari Castrillo-Gonzalez

Diana Mari Castrillo-Gonzalez

Apr 3, 2016

Diana Mari Castrillo-Gonzalez, age 52, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 3, 2016 in San Jose, CA. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, April 13, 2016, at 12 noon at Habing Family Funeral Home followed by burial at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park.

Ralph Fuller

Ralph Fuller

Apr 2, 2016

Ralph Fuller, born in San Francisco , and lived in Gilroy for the past 35 years passed away on April 2, 2016. He devoted his life to his son , Bobby. Ralph was an avid sports fan. He also enjoyed coaching little league baseball and basketball . He is survived by his son Bobby, daughter in law Shamika and grandson...

Melissa Kay Mitchell

Melissa Kay Mitchell

Mar 31, 2016

Melissa Kay Mitchell was born on May 17, 1987 and joined her fellow angels March 31, 2016. She will be missed by her parents, Steve and Jackie Mitchell, her supportive brother Matthew, and his wife Melissa. Melissa touched and inspired the lives of countless aunts, uncles, and family members, as well as many lifelong friends and caregivers. The staff at...

Gloria Rizzi

Gloria Rizzi

Mar 31, 2016

Gloria Rizzi passed away suddenly on March 31, 2016 in her home in Gilroy at the age of 89. Wife of the late Victor Rizzi Sr. Mother of Carolyn Tognetti (Eddie) of Gilroy, Julie Nelson (Jim) of Fountain Hills, AZ and the late Vic Rizzi Jr. Grandmother of Nancy Sosa, Andrea Castro (Ed), Gary Tognetti (Natalie) of Gilroy, Tony Tognetti...

Belen Saucedo

Belen Saucedo

Mar 31, 2016

Belen "Billie" passed away peacefully. She is now reunited with her sons: Joseph and Jaime, Brothers: Richard and George Castaneda, Sisters: Charlotte Valverde and Genevieve "Jenny" Hernandez, Parents: Rejino and Elisa Castaneda. She is survived by her beloved Husband of 53 years, Francisco T. Saucedo, children; Frank R. Saucedo and Susanne "Susie" S. O'Neal (Sammie O'Neal III), Grandchildren; Laura Solorzano,...

Rachel R. Diaz

Rachel R. Diaz

Mar 31, 2016

Rachel R. Diaz 85 of Gilroy passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday March 31, 2016 surrounded by many family members. Wife of Henry A Diaz Sr. of Gilroy for 66 years. Mother of Ted Diaz of Morgan Hill, Ron Diaz of Gilroy and Joyce Diaz of Gilroy. Grandmother of 11 and Great Grandmother of 18. She is now...

Kay Kofnovec

Kay Kofnovec

Mar 28, 2016

Kay Kofnovec 82, of Gilroy passed away at her home on Monday, March 28, 2016. Wife of 63 years to Bill Kofnovec of Gilroy. Father of Bill Kofnovec of Fresno, Kathy Corzine of Folsom, CA, Mike Kofnovec (Susan) of Gilroy, Bob Kofnovec (Jennifer) of Mather, CA, and Kelly Coelho(Pete) of Marina, CA. Grandmother of Bret, Kelly, Mike, Adam, Justin, Kristy,...

Peter William Cassady

Peter William Cassady

Mar 27, 2016

Arrangements are pending.

Catherine Dobro

Catherine Dobro

Mar 27, 2016

Our loving mom. Catherine Jacqueline Dobro, born May 2nd 1964, left us unexpectedly on March 27,2016. She was preceded in death by her grandmother Victoria. She was the Mother of Gino Martinez Jr. (Roxanne) Evelyn Martinez (Steve) and Bobby Barbosa. Grandmother of Jaylyn Martinez. She was the Daughter of Michele and Marie-Claire Dobro of France. She was the Niece of...

Paulina N. Doma

Paulina N. Doma

Mar 24, 2016

Paulina Nuarin Doma passed away March 24, 2016 at home with her family by her side. She was preceded in death by her husband Pedro Doma in 1998. A Memorial Mass will be held 10:00am April 1, 2016 at St. Catherine's Church 17400 Peak Ave., Morgan Hill. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery, 900 First St., Gilroy.

Susanne E. Steinmetz

Susanne E. Steinmetz

Mar 23, 2016

Susanne E. Steinmetz passed away on March 23, 2016 surrounded by her family. Susanne was born and raised in Gilroy, California. She was very proud of her family's long history in California and Gilroy in particular. She was employed with the City of Gilroy for 45 years. She started part time, in 1952, at 15 years old, assisting then City...

Richard Martinez Cortez

Richard Martinez Cortez

Mar 23, 2016

Memorial services 10:30am, Friday, April 8, 2016 at Habing Family Funeral Home. Burial to follow at St. Mary Cemetery.

Efren Lopez Diaz

Efren Lopez Diaz

Mar 20, 2016

Vigil Monday, March 28, 2016 - 6:30 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM Burial will be in Mexico.

Eva E. Kotzbauer

Eva E. Kotzbauer

Mar 19, 2016

Private Family Memorial Service to be held.

Arthur J. Goncalves

Arthur J. Goncalves

Mar 18, 2016

Arthur J. Goncalves, age 85, passed away peacefully in Santa Clara, CA on March 18, 2016. Arthur was the beloved son of the late Arthur & Maria (Neto) Goncalves; He is the loving brother of Beatrice M. Costa; cherished uncle (TiTu) of Susie Romano, Eddie Costa & Mary Harp; dear great uncle of Nanette, Janine, Jason, Jessica, Lauren, Cassandra &...

Laura Carrillo Duran

Laura Carrillo Duran

Mar 17, 2016

Our beloved family member Laura Duran peacefully passed away March 17th, 2016. Laura was preceded in death by her father Antonio V. Duran in 2014, and is survived by her mother Luz Duran, brothers Antonio "Tony" (Raylene), Juan (Sonia) and sister Irene Duran. Laura was a loving aunt to nephews Antonio III, Jaime, Adrian Duran and niece Aiyana Duran. She...

Nina York

Nina York

Mar 14, 2016

Nina York, 87 passed away at her home on Monday, March 14, 2016. Wife of the late Virgil York. Mother of Maria Silva (Art) of Gilroy. Sister of Eugene V. Benton of Novato, CA and Alex V. Benton of Carpenteria, CA. Also survived by nieces and nephews. A native of Russia. Nina enjoyed lunch and socializing at the Gilroy Community...

Michele Renee Diona Allen Floyd

Michele Renee Diona Allen Floyd

Mar 9, 2016

Memorial Services are pending and will be announced.

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