Peter - Garcia
May 5, 2016
Peter Garcia passed away May 5, 2016 after a long illness, Pete was 94 years old. He was a Gilroy native and long-time farmer of prunes, apricots, and cherries. Pete served in the army during World War II. Pete was an avid fisherman and loved traveling with Angela to many places in the world. He was a member of the...
John Wolfinbarger
May 5, 2016
John was born in Riverside, California and passed away at the age of 92 at his home in San Martin, California. As a young man, John entered the Navy as a fireman first class, serving on the USS Iowa from 1943 to 1945. John held many jobs over the years including working in the lumber mill in Eureka, and janitorial...
Francois Bonaparte
May 3, 2016
Francois Bonaparte, age 56, passed away peacefully, at home, surrounded by his family on May 3, 2016. He was predeceased in 2011, by his daughter, Annie. He is survived by his wife, Lori Serpa Bonaparte, his children, Leah, Joshua, Jessica and Luke. He is also survived by his mother, Dixie Bonapart and his father John Bonapart and siblings, Andre, Celeste,...
Reyes "Rey" Anthony Gonzales
Apr 30, 2016
Reyes "Rey" Anthony Gonzales, age 54, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on April 30, 2016 in Los Banos, CA. He is preceded in death by his brother David Gonzales and his dog, Olive Gonzales. Beloved son of Anthony and Olivia Gonzales; Loving brother of Monica Cruz, Debra Cervantes, Veronica Gonzales, Anthony "Tony" Gonzales, Jr. and Jesse...
Virginia Katashima
Apr 29, 2016
Wife of Tom K. Katashima of Gilroy. Mother of Tom (Patty) Katashima Jr., Rob Katashima, both of San Diego, CA, Ron Katashima of Gilroy and the late Wayne Katashima. Grandmother of Kimo, Emi, Calissa and Kailyn. Also survived by many sisters, brothers and cousins. Virginia was a member of the Gilroy LDS Church for many years. Loving wife, mom and...
Josefina Dominguez Hill
Apr 25, 2016
Josefina, 89, Gilroy, passed away on April 25, 2016. A native of Nayarit, Mexico married Jose Benito "Joe" Chavez Hill out of Monticello, New Mexico. They are survived by four children Lee Hill, Pete Hill, Louis Hill and Bernadette Barrera. She had 21 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband Joe Hill....
Lydia Garcia Gregor
Apr 19, 2016
Lydia Garcia Gregor, 64 passed away Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at her home in Gilroy after suffering from a lengthy illness. Wife of Dr. Peter Gregor of Gilroy. Mother of Ramona, Donna, Jennifer, Lisa, Joel, Ian and Neil. Grandmother of Brittianey, Justin, Anthony, Joseph, Alexa, Grace, Mason, Rebecca, Ben, Rylan, Adeline, Aubrey and Dillon. Great-grandmother of Kimberly. Sister of Jesse,...
H. Dale Horback
Apr 18, 2016
Dale Horback peacefully passed away at his home in Gilroy, California surrounded by his loving family on April 18, 2016 at the age of 75. Dale is survived by his loving wife, Dolores. Dale was a loving father to Kimberly Lirette Luce and David Bennett, and loving grandfather to Jasson Lirette and Alex and Adam Bennett. He leaves behind his...
James P. Cordova
Apr 17, 2016
James P. Cordova, age 63, passed away on April 17, 2016. Burial will take place at San Joaquin National Cemetery in Gustine, CA
Lillian Marie Pine
Apr 16, 2016
Lillian passed away peacefully April 16 at her daughter's house in Soquel, having recently celebrated her 95th birthday. Born and raised on a family ranch in San Martin in the beautiful Santa Clara Valley, Lillian learned self-sufficiency from growing up during the Great Depression. As a result, she valued saving for rainy days and cherishing blessings throughout her life. Lillian...
Fletcher Warren Williams
Apr 14, 2016
Fletcher passed away in Campbell, CA after a lengthy illness at the age of 82. He was born in Homer, Louisiana and moved to Gilroy in 1963 after being stationed at Fort Ord military base while serving in the United States Army both before and after serving overseas in Korea. Before his service, Fletcher earned his teaching degree at Louisiana...
Stephanie Franco
Apr 12, 2016
Stephanie Franco, age 95, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2016 at Pacific Hills Manor in Morgan Hill. She was the beloved wife of Salvador Franco Jr. for 72 years who preceded her in 2013. Loving mother to Pat (Charlie) Mendez and Thomas (Mae) Franco. Devoted grandmother of Mark (Stacy) Carpenter (Boise), Doug Carpenter (San Jose), Jennifer Franco (Hollister) and...
Mary Louise Simberg
Apr 12, 2016
Memorial services will be held April 30, 2016 3:00 P.M. at Advent Lutheran Church, 16870 Murphy Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA. Donations to the Humane Society are preferred and appreciated.
Alfred "Les" Beard
Apr 11, 2016
Les Beard passed away April 11, 2016, at home, surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 55 years, Georgia Beard. 'Papa' was a loving and supportive father to Sandi Austin, Linda Beard and Robert Beard. Grandfather to Joshua Austin, Daniel Austin and Lara Bartol. And great grandfather to Sarah Austin, Danielle...
Jake L. Chavez
Apr 11, 2016
Jake L. Chavez was the beloved husband of Enedina B.Chavez for 57 years. Jake leaves behind 4 Children, 6 Grandchildren, and 9 Great Grandchildren. Jake lived in Morgan Hill for 25 years before moving To Reno 17 years ago. An honest, hard working man, Jake was said to be a good landlord, a great friend to many , and a...
Alexandrina A. Bettencourt
Apr 9, 2016
Alexandrina A. Bettencourt, age 88, passed away peacefully with her daughter at her side in Roseville, CA. She was the beloved wife of the late Hernandi Bettencourt. Loving mother of Gaurett Duckhorn and cherished grandmother of 2 grandsons. On Friday, April 15, 2016, visitation will be from 11:00 AM to 12 Noon followed by Rosary and Mass of Christian Burial...
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
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...